Lucy Brimble
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- Aug 24, 2026
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Micro-cations on the up in UK as cost-conscious travellers ditch big holidays (opens the original)
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More than four in 10 Britons now favour taking several UK-based micro-holidays throughout the year – rather than one annual getaway, new research has revealed. A survey of 2,000 adults discovered they would prefer to spend what one major trip would cost on numerous short breaks spread across the year. A fifth are planning one of these brief escapes - located within 100 miles of their home - this bank holiday weekend. The research shows 44% are now enjoying more micro-holidays than they were five
Gen Z increasingly turning to antiques over new goods (opens the original)
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Research has found that Gen Z are driving a boom in antiques and collectibles, as eight in 10 embrace a vintage-inspired style. A poll of 1,000 18- to 29-year-olds found 63% are becoming increasingly drawn to pre-loved furniture, retro homeware and classic fashion pieces, with three-quarters claiming older items add more character than modern alternatives. Social media is fuelling the trend for 83%, while 40% of sustainable shoppers see antiques as a stylish way to buy better and waste less. The
Motorists willing to drive extra 41 minutes for better views on scenic routes (opens the original)
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Three quarters of motorists would rather take the scenic route than the fastest option for a staycation. According to a poll of 2,000 beautiful scenery (52%) was important when planning a long drive - with the average driver willing to add 41 minutes to their journey to get a better view. Four in ten find a road trip 'boring' as it usually consists of motorways and staring at the back of a lorry – with the M25 voted as the dullest to drive on. However, 21% said they wouldn’t know how to take a m
Rising fuel costs inspire a new trend of local summer staycations in the UK (opens the original)
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A poll of 2,000 adults who have had a UK holiday found millions are planning on making the most of their local areas – travelling only 85 miles – instead of further afield. According to research, one in four of those planning to go away have swapped a holiday abroad for a UK break. Two thirds admitted the cost of travel and fuel has been a deciding factor in bringing this year’s staycation even closer to home. A third are booking a seaside escape, 27% would like to get away on a countryside camp
Quarter of renters lose deposits over cleanliness disputes with landlords (opens the original)
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A quarter of renters have lost their deposit - because they didn't leave the property in a clean enough state. Research of 1,000 renters found 24% have previously had a dispute with their landlord over cleanliness before moving out. Damaged walls, floors, or fixtures (17%); stained carpets or upholstery (14%), and broken items (13%) were among the reasons that led to not getting their money back – averaging a total of £367.89. Eight in ten argued they did a good enough job, but 35% of those who
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