{"id":87954,"date":"2026-04-10T10:45:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T09:45:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/?p=87954"},"modified":"2026-04-10T10:45:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T09:45:10","slug":"staycation-vs-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/staycation-vs-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"Staycation vs Abroad: Which is Better for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"87954\" class=\"elementor elementor-87954\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ebd17f7 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ebd17f7\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-eda6a66\" data-id=\"eda6a66\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eaa8b8e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eaa8b8e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Staycation or holiday abroad? It\u2019s a choice many travellers face, and one that isn\u2019t always straightforward.<\/p><p>At Sykes Holiday Cottages, we know the importance of holidays and understand the different factors travellers consider when choosing between a UK staycation or a holiday abroad.<\/p><p>According to recent research by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gocompare.com\/travel-insurance\/staycation-vs-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Go.Compare<\/a>, 40% of people said they didn&#8217;t choose a staycation because they went abroad, implying that many travellers often can&#8217;t afford to do both.<\/p><p>Whether you&#8217;re hoping for sunny shores or the rolling British countryside, there are a few important things to weigh up before locking anything in. With money, time and convenience all playing a part, it&#8217;s more important than ever to choose a getaway that&#8217;s right for you.<\/p><p><strong>Continue reading to discover whether a staycation or an abroad trip suits you best&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-aa03e40 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"aa03e40\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0cf4d9e\" data-id=\"0cf4d9e\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a2a8e4 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"8a2a8e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3dc71f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3dc71f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Skip Ahead:<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#vs\">Staycation vs Abroad Overview<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#stay\">Why Choose a Staycation?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#abroad\">Why Holiday Abroad?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#better\">Which is better for you?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#meth\">Methodology<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ecd400d elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"ecd400d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f7efa87 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f7efa87\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a7858d5\" data-id=\"a7858d5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7839ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"f7839ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"vs\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48e5d7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"48e5d7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Staycation vs Abroad Overview<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-983a374 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"983a374\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-48769c0\" data-id=\"48769c0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a56c01b elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"a56c01b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83e\uddf3 <strong>Factor<\/strong><\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83c\udfe1 <strong>Staycation<\/strong><\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2708\ufe0f <strong>Holiday Abroad<\/strong><\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f No flights, fewer extras, better for budgets<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u274c Flights, insurance and extras quickly add up<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83d\udec2 <strong>Convenience<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f No airports, no queues, just drive and go!<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u274c Planning, passports and check-ins<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83c\udf26 <strong>Weather<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2753 Can be unpredictable<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2600\ufe0f Often sunnier and more reliable <\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83d\udd52 <strong>Travel Time<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f Quick getaways, no jet lag or long waits<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u274c Early check-ins, delays and long-haul travel times<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83d\uddd3 <strong>Flexibility<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f Great for last-minute plans, weekend breaks and spontaneous stays<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u274c Needs more planning and  tends to be harder to book on a whim<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83c\udf0d <strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f Low-carbon option, ideal for eco-conscious travellers<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u274c Flying increases your carbon footprint<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83c\udfde <strong>Experiences<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f Castles, beaches, hiking trails, cosy pubs<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f New cultures, cuisines and languages<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\ud83d\ude0c <strong>Stress Levels<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u2714\ufe0f Easier with kids, pets, and luggage<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u274c Airport stress, connections, new languages<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b8708b2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b8708b2\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-43a14c8\" data-id=\"43a14c8\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-931d06d elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"931d06d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .responsive-table-wrapper {\r\n    overflow-x: auto;\r\n    position: relative;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .responsive-table {\r\n    border-collapse: collapse;\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    min-width: 700px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .responsive-table th,\r\n  .responsive-table td {\r\n    border: 1px solid #ddd;\r\n    padding: 12px;\r\n    text-align: left;\r\n    white-space: nowrap;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .responsive-table th {\r\n    background-color: #f2f2f2;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .responsive-table th:first-child,\r\n  .responsive-table td:first-child {\r\n    position: sticky;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    background: #fff;\r\n    z-index: 2;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .responsive-table thead th:first-child {\r\n    z-index: 3;\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"responsive-table-wrapper\">\r\n  <table class=\"responsive-table\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <th>\ud83e\uddf3 <strong>Factor<\/strong><\/th>\r\n        <th>\ud83c\udfe1 <strong>Staycation<\/strong><\/th>\r\n        <th>\u2708\ufe0f <strong>Holiday Abroad<\/strong><\/th>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f No flights, fewer extras, better for budgets<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u274c Flights, insurance, and extras quickly add up<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83d\udec2 <strong>Convenience<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f No airports, no queues - just drive and go!<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u274c Planning, passports and check-ins <\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83c\udf26 <strong>Weather<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2753 Can be unpredictable, but UK summers are improving<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2600\ufe0f Often sunnier and more reliable<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83d\udd52 <strong>Travel Time<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f Quick getaways, no jet lag or long waits<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u274c Early check-ins, delays and long-haul travel times<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83d\uddd3 <strong>Flexibility<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f Great for last-minute plans, weekend breaks and spontaneous stays<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u274c Needs more planning  and tends  to be harder to book on a whim<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83c\udf0d <strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f Low-carbon option \u2013 ideal for eco-conscious travellers<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u274c Flying increases your carbon footprint<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83c\udfde <strong>Experiences<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f Castles, beaches, hiking trails, cosy pubs<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f New cultures, cuisines and languages<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td>\ud83d\ude0c <strong>Stress Levels<\/strong><\/td>\r\n        <td>\u2714\ufe0f Easier with kids, pets, and luggage<\/td>\r\n        <td>\u274c Airport stress, connections, foreign logistics<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n  <\/table>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96ef871 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"96ef871\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>While both options offer unique advantages, staycations clearly come out on top for cost, convenience and flexibility.<\/p><p>Staycations are ideal for those looking to save money, avoid airport stress or book a last-minute escape. That said, if guaranteed sunshine, cultural discovery and a complete change of scenery are high on your holiday wish list, then a trip abroad might still be the better fit.<\/p><p>Ultimately, it&#8217;s about choosing the getaway that suits your needs, budget and travel style best.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c96cbab elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"c96cbab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"stay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38572a4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"38572a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Why Choose a Staycation?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-06c710f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"06c710f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-751315a\" data-id=\"751315a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be1ae30 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"be1ae30\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Family-on-coastal-path.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-86923\" alt=\"A family walking along a coastal path with their dog.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Family-on-coastal-path.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Family-on-coastal-path-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1d09f94 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1d09f94\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a48f63b\" data-id=\"a48f63b\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d58b751 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d58b751\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/sykes-staycation-index-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2025 Sykes Staycation Index<\/a>, 63% of Brits took a UK break last year, with 34% planning to make it their main holiday in 2025. This highlights that staycations are no longer a short\u2011term trend, but a lasting shift in how people choose to travel.<\/p><p>This is reinforced by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitbritain.org\/research-insights\/domestic-sentiment-tracker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VisitBritain\u2019s Domestic Sentiment Tracker<\/a>, which found that 75% of UK adults still intend to take an overnight trip within the UK, while overseas travel intent has fallen more sharply to 58%. Together, these findings point to a growing preference for staying closer to home when planning a holiday.<\/p><p><em><strong>Let&#8217;s unpack why a staycation might be better for you&#8230;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c96829b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c96829b\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5896f77\" data-id=\"5896f77\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da591c2 elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"da591c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-bed\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5522f1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b5522f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>1. Less Hassle, More Relaxation<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91bbed7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"91bbed7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Imagine waking up, packing a few bags, loading the car, and setting off! Yes, you heard that right&#8230; no long security queues, no passport checks, and no stressful check-ins.<\/p><p>UK staycations offer a gentle way to ease you into your break. You can just leave the house and arrive at your accommodation with no jet lag or passport panic. It&#8217;s no wonder that 35% of people say UK breaks are simply less stressful than going abroad.<\/p><p>Picture arriving at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/coastal-cottages-cornwall.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coastal cottage in Cornwall<\/a>. Bags are unpacked by midday, and you&#8217;re heading to the golden sands of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/porthcurno-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Porthcurno beach<\/a>. Here, you can unwind, wander around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/minack-theatre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Minack Theatre<\/a> and enjoy an afternoon of sunbathing, just you and the sea breeze! Or, why not settle into the heart of the countryside in a cosy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/lake-district-log-cabins.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake District cabin<\/a>, where the only queues you&#8217;ll face are for a hearty bit of pub grub?<\/p><p>For families, this ease of travel is invaluable. There&#8217;s no juggling suitcases, prams, and overtired kids in an airport. And for those with four-legged friends? The car boot becomes the perfect pet carrier straight to your getaway.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fee0e34 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fee0e34\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6de3622\" data-id=\"6de3622\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9cda12e elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"9cda12e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"far fa-clock\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12d7941 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"12d7941\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>2. Greater Flexibility for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/weekend-cottage-breaks.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Short Breaks<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/last-minute-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Last-Minute Trips<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd57ef7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fd57ef7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Compared to holidays abroad, staycations allow for spontaneity, perfect for when you&#8217;re just after a change of scenery. Fancy a weekend away in the countryside? You can be unpacked and exploring within hours.<\/p><p>With some of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/uk-holiday-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best UK destinations<\/a> reachable within a couple of hours, it\u2019s far easier to plan a quick escape without all the hurdles that often come with travelling abroad.<\/p><p>This isn&#8217;t just our opinion either; our research found that 38% of Brits say holidays closer to home are simply easier. Go.Compare\u2019s research supports this, with 11% saying they didn\u2019t have enough time for a trip abroad. Our internal booking data also showed that lead times (time between booking and holiday start date) dropped by 8%, showing that the trend for short, flexible UK breaks is here to stay.<\/p><p>If I was planning a Friday evening escape, I&#8217;d head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/short-breaks-wales.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wales<\/a> which offers a wealth of opportunities for a short weekend visit. It offers the chance to explore the coast of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/short-breaks-pembrokeshire.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pembrokeshire<\/a>, admire the landscapes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/short-breaks-snowdonia.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snowdonia National Park<\/a>, or scrub up on some local history in the city of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cardiff-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cardiff<\/a>.<\/p><p>There&#8217;s no need to worry about flights or Visas, just pick your spot and go. With memorable breaks closer than ever, it\u2019s easy to see why quick UK getaways are becoming so popular.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9c5cd42 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9c5cd42\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c5ccbc5\" data-id=\"c5ccbc5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0e1042 elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"f0e1042\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"far fa-money-bill-alt\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-581778e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"581778e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>3. Better Value for Money<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-364180f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"364180f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>With no flights or added airport extras eating into your budget, more of your holiday spend can go towards making memorable moments. Don&#8217;t just take our word for it; 35% of people say UK breaks are cheaper, and over a fifth say they can&#8217;t afford to go abroad at all.<\/p><p>The beauty of staying in the UK is that you can choose how you spend. You can holiday in style with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/luxury-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">luxury property<\/a>, one with unforgettable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/sea-view-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sea views<\/a> or one with a bubbling <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-with-hot-tubs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hot tub<\/a>.<\/p><p>Prefer to keep things simple? Check out our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/booking-budget-holidays-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">booking a staycation on a budget<\/a> which covers how you can choose a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cheap-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">budget-friendly break<\/a> that still has beautiful surroundings and things to do without the hefty price tag.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re looking to save even more during your UK stay, take a look at these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/cheapest-holiday-destinations-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cheap UK holiday destinations<\/a> and find the best location for you. From Southern Scotland and the North York Moors to North Wales and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/anglesey-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anglesey<\/a>, these cheaper destinations offer countless activities and experiences; there&#8217;s something for everyone.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fdcb25f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fdcb25f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-48e4a6d\" data-id=\"48e4a6d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bfe3e27 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bfe3e27\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>4. Perfect for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/family-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Family-Friendly Trips<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/pet-friendly-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pet-Friendly Getaways<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5556c6f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5556c6f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dog-friendly-holidays-uk-north-wales-alt.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-80658\" alt=\"Best Dog-Friendly Holidays in the UK - North Wales\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be1a12b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"be1a12b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Travelling with children or pets abroad can be&#8230; unpredictable. With flight delays, overwhelming airports and noisy resorts, it&#8217;s sometimes far easier for families and pet owners to stay within the UK.<\/p><p>Accommodation in the UK is often priced per property, not per person, meaning UK stays are usually more cost-effective for larger families and groups.<\/p><p>With amazing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/best-uk-holidays-for-families\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">destinations for families<\/a>, these trips are also a brilliant way to spend quality time together without the stress of long travel. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/family-holidays-dorset.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dorset <\/a>is one of the most popular amongst families, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/bournemouth-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bournemouth<\/a> in particular offering everything from sandy beaches and funfair rides to arcades, live shows at the Pavilion Theatre and plenty of family-friendly amenities all within easy reach.<\/p><p>Plus, the UK is incredibly dog-friendly. At Sykes we know how many people are searching for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/best-dog-friendly-holidays-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best dog-friendly destinations<\/a>; in 2025 alone, we welcomed over 225,000 dogs on staycations!<\/p><p>A really <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/uk-holiday-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">popular UK holiday destination<\/a> for dogs and their owners is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/pet-friendly-cottages-lake-district.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake District National Park<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/dog-friendly-cottages-windermere.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windermere <\/a>stands out as a particularly dog-friendly area, with lots of pretty walks and dog-friendly pubs, and lake cruises that welcome your furry friend on board for free; there&#8217;s lots to see and do with your pooch.<\/p><p>With so much choice (and far less of a faff), it&#8217;s easy to see why UK holidays are such a hit with families and furry companions alike.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c714043 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c714043\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d3bbc96\" data-id=\"d3bbc96\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-272fc2c elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"272fc2c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-mountain\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1e7dc6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e1e7dc6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>5. Incredible Landscapes and Things to do<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dccc92a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dccc92a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>From golden sands to rugged mountain landscapes, historic cities to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/ultimate-uk-bucket-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bucket-list adventures<\/a>, the UK is packed with variety. Travelling just an hour can feel like a whole new experience; uncover some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/7-best-uk-national-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best national parks<\/a>, a range of English Heritage sites and some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/9-uk-most-exotic-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most exotic beaches<\/a> right on your doorstep.<\/p><p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/lake-district-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake District<\/a>, you can enjoy thrilling watersports, discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/waterfalls-in-the-lake-district\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">incredible waterfalls<\/a>, and explore with these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/10-best-lake-district-walks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">amazing Lake District walks<\/a>. You can also discover charming spots like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/ambleside-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ambleside<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/windermere-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windermere<\/a> offering something for everyone.<\/p><p>If dramatic scenery is your thing, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/scottish-highlands-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scottish Highlands<\/a> ensure breathtaking views, with remote lochs and unforgettable walking routes that are perfect for switching off. The majestic landscapes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/glencoe-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glencoe<\/a> are sure to leave you in awe, with striking valley surroundings and pure serenity.<\/p><p>Not only is it incredibly scenic, but you can also explore the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/where-was-harry-potter-filmed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">film locations from Harry Potte<\/a>r and Skyfall. A short journey away, you have the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/ben-nevis-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ben Nevis<\/a>, the UK&#8217;s highest mountain, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/fort-william-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fort William<\/a> sits at its base for those hoping for plenty of food options and a more relaxed pace.<\/p><p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cotswolds-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cotswolds<\/a> also remain a firm favourite when it comes to incredible landscapes thanks to its rolling hills, farm shops and walking trails through the countryside. Picture-perfect chocolate-box villages like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/bibury-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bibury<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-near-bourton-on-the-water.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bourton-on-the-Water<\/a> make it a romantic and relaxing escape for you and your loved one.<\/p><p>There&#8217;s really no shortage of inspiration, so get exploring these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/10-beautiful-places-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beautiful UK destinations<\/a> and find the perfect stay for you!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fc5d72c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fc5d72c\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e074540\" data-id=\"e074540\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e2632a elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"4e2632a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-universal-access\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ae09e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9ae09e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>6. Familiar and More <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/accessible-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Accessibile<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-323d4da elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"323d4da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Staying in the UK means no language barriers, no international driving and fewer unknowns. For travellers with accessibility needs, it&#8217;s often much simpler to stay local, where you can be confident in the services and support available.<\/p><p>From step-free access at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/york-minster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">York Minster<\/a> to accessible walking routes around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/derwent-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Derwentwater<\/a> in the Lakes, it&#8217;s easier than ever to plan ahead and feel confident about what to expect. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/york-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">York<\/a>, many of the historic streets are relatively flat and easy to navigate, while attractions like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/national-railway-museum-york\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Railway Museum<\/a> offer excellent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.railwaymuseum.org.uk\/visit\/facilities-and-accessibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">accessibility and facilities<\/a>.<\/p><p>The city also provides a range of guided tours and accessible routes, making it a confident choice for visitors of all abilities.<\/p><p>Around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/derwentwater-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Derwentwater<\/a>, you&#8217;ll find well-maintained paths that are suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, boasting tranquil lake views without the need for challenging terrain. Accessible boat trips across the lake also make for a relaxing way to take in the surrounding scenery.<\/p><p>Public transport networks like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk\/about-us\/accessibility-hub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">West Coast Main Line<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gwr.com\/travel-information\/passenger-assist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Great Western Railway<\/a> make it simple to travel between key destinations, and accessible taxi services are available in most towns too.<\/p><p>Whether you&#8217;re exploring castle ruins, relaxing in a countryside lodge, or strolling along a level seafront promenade, UK staycations make it easier to travel on your own terms.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-699707d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"699707d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6d3e979\" data-id=\"6d3e979\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb08ce7 elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"eb08ce7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-star\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20a549d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"20a549d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>7. More Sustainable<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e651be elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5e651be\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For environmentally conscious travellers, staycations often mean lower emissions, especially when avoiding flights. They also help boost the local economy. In fact, domestic tourism was forecast to contribute \u00a324 billion to the UK economy last summer, supporting jobs and businesses across the country.<\/p><p>Plus, many UK holiday providers are offering more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/eco-friendly-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eco-friendly stays<\/a>, with options like off-grid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/uk-glamping-breaks.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">glamping escapes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-with-electric-car-charging-points.html\">cottages with EV charging points<\/a>, or sustainable activities like wildlife walks and farm experiences.<\/p><p>Staying closer to home is a great way to enjoy a more sustainable holiday, reducing your overall environmental footprint. You&#8217;ll be supporting local economies and naturally spending less time travelling, especially when choosing eco-friendly cottages.<\/p><p>Ranked as one of the UK&#8217;s greenest cities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/bristol-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol<\/a> is a top destination for those wanting to make a difference. There are plenty of cycling networks, including the Bristol to Bath Railway Path and a wealth of green spots, perfect for outdoor adventures and relaxed picnic lunches.<\/p><p>The city of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/edinburgh-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Edinburgh <\/a>is another fantastic choice for a more sustainable city break. You can visit many of its historic attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, while exploring on foot. The Royal Botanic Garden is also great for an afternoon out, and best of all, it&#8217;s free to enter!<\/p><p>So, while you unwind, you&#8217;re also doing something positive for the planet and the people who live in these beautiful places. There are also plenty of other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/tips-for-sustainable-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sustainable tips for UK travel<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-611a1b7 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"611a1b7\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4bbbfcd\" data-id=\"4bbbfcd\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e576f8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"8e576f8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"abroad\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6cbe34a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6cbe34a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Why Go on Holiday Abroad?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-989c41a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"989c41a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Costa-Brava.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-88246\" alt=\"Costa Brava in Spain.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Costa-Brava.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Costa-Brava-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0cae0d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0cae0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>While staycations continue to grow in popularity, there&#8217;s no denying the big appeal of a trip overseas. For many people, holidays abroad offer the chance to break away from familiarity and explore somewhere completely new.<\/p><p>Whether it&#8217;s sun-soaked beaches, a fresh change of scenery or an entirely different culture, there&#8217;s plenty of reasons why millions of Brits still travel beyond the UK each year.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-df26f3c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"df26f3c\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-668f05f\" data-id=\"668f05f\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24dad35 elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"24dad35\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-star\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d1a98e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d1a98e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>1. Experience a Different Culture<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35a4cdd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"35a4cdd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>One of the most exciting parts of travelling abroad is the opportunity to immerse yourself in different cultures; trying new cuisines, hearing different languages, and learning about local traditions. Whether you&#8217;re trying tapas in Spain, exploring street markets in Morocco, or roaming ancient ruins in Greece, it&#8217;s a world away from day-to-day life.<\/p><p>That being said, there are plenty of ways to experience different cultures without leaving the country. From the Celtic heritage of Wales and Scotland to the Cornish language and Northern Irish traditions, there are endless opportunities waiting to be explored.<\/p><p>Still, according to Go.Compare, 13% of people said they didn&#8217;t take a staycation because they weren&#8217;t interested in UK attractions or destinations, showing that interest in something completely different remains strong for some.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ffb9efb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ffb9efb\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b08f164\" data-id=\"b08f164\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a19774d elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"a19774d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"far fa-sun\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-47ba92b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"47ba92b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>2. Warmer Weather and Reliable Sunshine<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e46360 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1e46360\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For many, the decision to head abroad comes down to one main factor; the weather. If you&#8217;re craving guaranteed sunshine, a UK holiday might not always deliver.<\/p><p>Popular destinations like Spain, Portugal and Italy offer consistent warmth and blue skies that are sometimes hard to come by at home. That said, the UK still has plenty to offer when it comes to enjoying the sunshine.<\/p><p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/south-west-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South West<\/a> and parts of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/en\/wales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wales<\/a> enjoy some of the UK&#8217;s best summer sunshine. When the sun does make an appearance, there&#8217;s nothing quite like a UK beach day. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/best-seaside-towns-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seaside towns<\/a> come alive in the sunshine, with ice cream in hand, fish and chips by the sea, and plenty of sandy castles. Nostalgia is in the air.<\/p><p>Plus, many UK breaks, including those with Sykes, now offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/flexible-cancellation-launch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flexible cancellation terms<\/a>, allowing you to cancel should the weather take a turn*.<\/p><p><small>*subject to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/noon-flexible-cancellation-terms.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flexible cancellation terms and conditions<\/a>.<\/small><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38d550c elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"38d550c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-106554d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"106554d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fafe961\" data-id=\"fafe961\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a5fa5b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9a5fa5b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>3. Iconic Beaches and Landscapes<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-225ed6f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"225ed6f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>There&#8217;s truly no shortage of natural beauty in the UK, but travelling abroad allows you to experience entirely different types of landscapes. From volcanic islands and quaint old towns to tropical beaches with crystal-clear waters, the variety found abroad is often a big draw.<\/p><p>Still, in our opinion, the UK holds its own with plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/uk-destination-dupes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK destinations dupes<\/a>, where you might just feel like you&#8217;re abroad.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/northumberland-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Northumberland<\/a> is home to some of the most unspoilt coastline in the UK, with vast stretches of golden sands and pretty surroundings. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/bamburgh-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bamburgh<\/a> Beach is a standout, boasting sweeping views of the iconic castle and plenty of long walks.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/dorset-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dorset<\/a>&#8216;s coastline is equally as impressive, known for its dramatic cliffs and famous landmarks along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/jurassic-coast-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jurassic Coast<\/a>. From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/durdle-door-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Durdle Door<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/lulworth-cove-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lulworth Cove<\/a>, it&#8217;s a superb destination for coastal walks and sea views.<\/p><p>With rugged mountains and quaint valleys, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/snowdonia-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snowdonia<\/a> offers a completely different kind of beauty. It&#8217;s the perfect place for walkers to get lost in the beautiful rolling landscapes and enjoy an adventurous escape.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9318f11 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9318f11\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b8fa5da\" data-id=\"b8fa5da\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce67170 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"ce67170\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"better\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d68fbfc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d68fbfc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Which is Better For You, Holidaying Abroad or a Staycation?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f612de9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f612de9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Family-hiking-in-the-UK.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-88248\" alt=\"A family hiking in the UK countryside with a lake in the distance.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Family-hiking-in-the-UK.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Family-hiking-in-the-UK-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc53cda elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fc53cda\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When it comes down to it, there&#8217;s no right or wrong answer. Holidays abroad offer guaranteed sunshine, cultural exploration and a complete change of pace, while staycations provide value, convenience and flexibility; great for those short on time or travelling with pets.<\/p><p>Recent industry data also shows that people are becoming more cautious, prioritising value, flexibility and ease when booking their getaways, which is why UK breaks continue to appeal to so many.<\/p><p>As specialists in UK travel, we certainly know how to make the most of a British break. Whether it&#8217;s uncovering the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/guide-to-the-top-10-uk-hidden-gems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top hidden gems<\/a>, finding the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/dog-friendly-beaches-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best dog-friendly beaches<\/a> or securing great value at the last minute, we&#8217;re here to help you plan a staycation that ticks every box, whatever the weather.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d87788 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"0d87788\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b4135ff elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b4135ff\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b72654a\" data-id=\"b72654a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34318e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"34318e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"meth\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8bde6ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8bde6ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Methodology<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1e699aa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1e699aa\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3addebc\" data-id=\"3addebc\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74e9cca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"74e9cca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The data referenced in this article is drawn from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/sykes-staycation-index-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2025 Sykes Staycation Index<\/a>, which combines booking insights and consumer research to analyse holiday trends among UK travellers.<\/p><p>Booking data is sourced from Sykes Holiday Cottages, using internal insights from holiday bookings across the UK to identify patterns in staycation demand, traveller behaviour and destination popularity.<\/p><p>This is complemented by consumer research conducted by OnePoll in April 2025, which surveyed 2,000 UK adults about their holiday preferences, travel plans and attitudes towards staycations versus holidays abroad.<\/p><p>Additional insights referenced in this article are informed by Go.Compare\u2019s analysis on UK getaway pricing, published in their blog \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gocompare.com\/travel-insurance\/staycation-vs-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do Staycation Costs Compare to Holidays Abroad?<\/a>\u201d, which explores the relative costs of domestic holidays compared with overseas trips. We&#8217;ve also used the findings of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitbritain.org\/research-insights\/domestic-sentiment-tracker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VisitBritain&#8217;s Domestic Sentiment Trackers for March 2026<\/a>.<\/p><p>Together, these sources provide a combined view of real booking behaviour, consumer sentiment and broader travel cost comparisons to inform the insights presented in this article.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f6edc8 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"3f6edc8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f8b02dc elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f8b02dc\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fc07d11\" data-id=\"fc07d11\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-87e2b84 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"87e2b84\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Ready to start planning your next escape? Explore our collection of all available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/self-catering-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK holiday cottages<\/a> and secure your dream stay today!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to choosing between a UK staycation or heading off on a holiday abroad, the decision isn&#8217;t always straightforward. Whether you&#8217;re drawn to sunny shores or the rolling British countryside, there are a few important things to weigh up before locking anything in. 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