The perfect holidays for British travellers involve a flight of around four hours, 11 days and more than 10,000 steps per day to destinations such as Italy, Greece and Spain, according to a new survey conducted by OnePoll.com on behalf of Jet2holidays.
The survey of 2,000 holidaymakers revealed a competitive divide: 37% prefer a beach holiday with an ideal temperature of 23 degrees, while 29% would prefer a city break with sightseeing.
Almost four in 10 (37%) enjoy the thrill of seeing where each day will take them rather than following a specific schedule, and 70% think it is important to experience something new or unique.
Other things people look for on their holiday are good food, guaranteed sunshine and a poolside bar.
A Jet2holidays spokesperson said: “We know that everyone has different desires and expectations when it comes to the perfect holiday, including being treated like a VIP and having the best time, so our planning includes various elements to ensure it meets their requirements. The perfect holidays are personal to each person, but the main themes seem to be sunshine, relaxation, cultural experiences and time to unwind. Careful planning and a flexible schedule will ensure that holidaymakers make the most of their time and create lasting memories.”
The survey also found that 8 in 10 believe it is important to make sure their upcoming holiday is ‘perfect’, with 59% claiming this has already been done on a previous trip.
A ‘perfect holiday’ is considered just as important as securing the ‘perfect job’, with 76% saying that both are equally important.
To ensure their holiday is the best possible, 39% will spend hours researching everything, while the same proportion prefer a package holiday as they can book everything in one place without the hassle.
Top destinations and experiences
Italy, Greece and Spain were the top destinations that respondents would most like to visit. While, discovering local culture and traditions, spending time with family and reading a good book by the pool or on the beach were among the top experiences that make up the ideal holiday.
Meanwhile, being able to see the sea, getting a nice tan and not always knowing what time it is, are elements that create the holiday feeling for them.
The Jet2holidays spokesperson added: “Holidays offer a unique opportunity to escape the daily routine and experience new adventures. We all value our holidays as they offer many benefits, such as being able to get away from it all, relax, enjoy a new experience and spend invaluable time with family and friends. Whether it’s a short getaway or a longer holiday, the experiences and memories made during a holiday can have a lasting positive impact on your wellbeing.”
Top 30 Must-haves for a “perfect holiday” from Jet2
- Comfortable accommodation
- Great food and culinary experiences
- Good food that consistently exceeds expectations
- Relaxation
- Stunning landscape
- Accessibility
- Good service
- Sea view
- Guaranteed sunshine and good weather
- Beautiful beaches within walking distance
- Friendly staff
- Cultural experiences
- Disconnect
- Rich in history
- Comfortable sunbeds
- Large swimming pool
- You can eat whatever you want
- Adventure
- Top activities and entertainment
- Family-friendly accommodation
- Pool bar
- Secluded location
- Health and wellness options
- Long hikes
- Environmentally friendly options
- Walk and relax by the pool
- Swimming rooms
- Water park
- On-site gym
- Children’s clubs
