Figures released today show 18% of people in Ireland have holidayed on their own in the past five years. This type of getaway ranked eighth in the most common options listed in a survey* from Multitrip.com, which was carried out by Opinium.
The results of the research from the travel insurance provider quizzed 1,000 people and also shows:
- One in six (18%) took the plunge and holidayed on their own in the past five years
- Three quarters of people (73%) holidayed in Europe
- Almost half (46%) of respondents took a city break somewhere
- 39% holidayed with friends – this was most popular among Gen Z at 51%
- 39% opted for a holiday where relaxation was their top priority
- 38% opted to holiday with a romantic partner
- 24% took a holiday especially to celebrate a special occasion such as a milestone birthday, a new job or retirement
- 16% of people took a holiday in the USA
Family holidays were very popular according to the survey:
- One third (33%) holidayed with a kid under 18
- One tenth (11%) took a trip with children over 18
- Multi-generational trips were reported by 9%, as people holidayed with grandparents and/or grandchildren
The survey also looked at some of the more unusual holiday options:
- 4% had opted for an eco-friendly holiday, for example one using sustainable travel
- 3% took a holiday to learn something, eg cookery
Managing director of Multitrip.com Jason Whelan said: “Whether you’re taking a solo trip or travelling with family, mishaps can happen. However, with the right protection, you can travel with confidence, allowing you to properly switch off and enjoy your well-earned holiday. We offer a range of policy types and optional add-ons to suit holidaymakers’ travel needs.”
“While our Individual Annual policy is one of our most well-known products, we also offer Family policies, which cover two adults and their dependent children, providing coverage for family trips as well as individual travel plans throughout the year. This means any parent traveling with friends or pursuing individual activities, like a golfing holiday, would also be covered independently,” Mr Whelan concluded.
