{"id":15617,"date":"2025-06-27T14:23:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T14:23:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/?p=15617"},"modified":"2025-06-27T14:24:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T14:24:00","slug":"summer-caravan-escapes-boom-as-more-families-choose-uk-staycations-over-expensive-holidays-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/summer-caravan-escapes-boom-as-more-families-choose-uk-staycations-over-expensive-holidays-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Caravan Escapes Boom As More Families Choose UK Staycations Over Expensive Holidays Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul>\n<li>With more people ditching the airport queues, the UK\u2019s love affair with caravanning shows no sign of slowing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>British domestic tourism is thriving, with overnight holiday spending in England rising 5% according to the latest Great Britain Tourism Survey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In England alone, holidaymakers spent \u00a327.3 billion on overnight trips in 2024, up from \u00a326 billion in the previous year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As international travel costs soar and the appeal of the British countryside continues to grow, more people are turning to staycations that offer comfort, flexibility, and value for money. Caravanning, in particular, is experiencing a surge in popularity, offering travellers the freedom to explore without compromising on convenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caravan parks across the UK have reported record bookings this year, with holidaymakers turning their backs on airports and embracing the freedom and flexibility offered by life on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ropersleisure.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/caravan-summer.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve seen a steady rise in demand for both new and pre-owned models, with many customers trading up to larger, more luxurious options to support longer trips across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>James Roper, Managing Director commented from caravan specialists Ropers:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cThose looking for a holiday are actively choosing caravanning as their first-choice staycation. They want quality, independence, and the ability to create lasting memories without the stress of international travel.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He continued:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cModern caravans are meeting that demand head-on. Stylish interiors, home-from-home facilities, and technology-friendly layouts mean families can travel in comfort without losing the charm of the open road. Whether pitching up by a quiet loch, a coastal cliff top, or deep in the countryside, caravan owners are unlocking destinations that offer both adventure and relaxation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spending per break has increased significantly. The average spend per trip in England rose from \u00a3262 to \u00a3305 in 2024, with nightly spend also jumping from \u00a393 to \u00a3107. This reflects a growing trend towards more premium and experience-led domestic holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Britain gears up for another busy summer season, the message is clear, home-grown holidays are here to stay. And for those looking to combine exploration, comfort, and control over their plans, there\u2019s no better way to travel than with a caravan hitched and ready for the open road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With over 40 years of experience, we continue to support the UK\u2019s growing leisure market by helping families find the perfect caravan for their lifestyle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As international travel costs soar and the appeal of the British countryside continues to grow, more people are turning to staycations that offer comfort, flexibility, and value for money. Caravanning, in particular, is experiencing a surge in popularity, offering travellers the freedom to explore without compromising on convenience. 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