Holiday bookings surge as Covid vaccinations increase travel hopes

People high on list for jabs in UK ready to make 2021 and 2022 bookings

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Holiday companies have reported an increase in bookings as the UK's coronavirus vaccine rollout gives people hope that they will soon be able to travel overseas again.

Despite a series of negative travel announcements in recent days, including the closure of air corridors and words of caution from ministers over foreign holidays, there are signs that those among the first in line for the vaccinations are starting to plan trips, and that consumers are hopeful about taking a break later this year.