BEIJING, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- A travel survey at Luton Airport in London, England, shows that "day trips" will become the main way for Britons to travel this year.
According to the British "Metropolis**" 7**, Luton Airport surveyed 2,000 adults, and the results showed that among a variety of travel methods, more than sixty percent of the survey respondents chose this kind of "day trip" that does not have to be "long-distance" and relatively cost-effective, ranking first. Reasons for choosing this include not having to book accommodation, being able to "walk away" and being able to sleep in their own bed at night.
Pedestrians walk on London Bridge in England on January 28. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Li Ying.
For Brits who prefer day trips, the 'Outbound Day Trip' is a good option. If flying isn't green enough, it's a good idea to fly to Paris, France or Brussels, Belgium on a Eurostar. For those who are concerned about their carbon footprint, a day trip around where they live is also a good idea.
The survey also shows that "second-best" destination tours and "sister tours" are also the preferred travel methods for the UK this year. Compared with popular tourist destinations, "sub-optimal" destinations with fewer people, not worse scenery, and better value for money are good choices. A "sister trip" is when a female traveler travels with her best friends or sisters before an important moment in her life, such as marriage. (Qiao Ying).
*:Xinhua.