Brits aged between 40 - 49 most likely to camp and caravan

• 29th Jan 2013

British holidaymakers between the ages of 40 - 49 are among the most likely to shun hotels and B&Bs in favour of camping or caravanning on their holiday.

This was one of the findings of a study from price comparison site TravelSupermarket, which analysed the holiday habits of five age groups - 18 - 29, 30-39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59 and 60 - 69.

While those aged between 40 - 49 were found to be the most avid campers, the results suggested that other groups were partial to a spot of camping in Cornwall and the like.

Telegraph.co.uk states that 50 - 59-year-olds were the most open to experimenting with their holidays. In which case these holidaymakers might take a trip to a resort in Spain one year, but could stay home on a caravan holiday the next.

Meanwhile over-60s were found to be the biggest spenders when it came to organising a holiday, parting with an average of £794 to secure their travel and accommodation. This group also took the longest breaks - lasting 11.15 days - and were the most likely to enjoy multiple holidays in one year.

In which case those nearing retirement may feel like mixing up their holiday routines by choosing to camp or caravan this summer.

Cited by express.co.uk, Bob Atkinson from TravelSupermarket stated that with a money of money in their savings, older holidaymakers could afford to be a bit lavish with their spending.     

"While some are juggling family commitments, tight budgets or schools timetables, others are looking to make the most of their free time after retirement. Thankfully, there are lots of options," he said.