Britons’ holidays abroad ‘could hit record’ in 2024 despite this year’s woes

Inflation, wildfires and air traffic control chaos have not put people off travelling, Abta finds

Heatwaves, soaring prices and flight meltdowns will not deter Britons from holidaying abroad next year in potentially record numbers, according to the annual travel industry snapshot.

Nearly two-thirds (64%) expect to go overseas in the next 12 months, after 52% went abroad in the first full year without Covid-related restrictions, the highest level since 2019.