According to the Allianz Partners study ‘Christmas Destinations and Travel Insurance’, almost 70% of those surveyed intend to travel in December.
For this time of year, 70% of Spaniards prefer to travel through Spain, compared to 30% who have chosen a destination outside our borders. Europe is the preferred continent, mainly choosing countries such as France (26%), Italy (23%), United Kingdom (15%), Germany (15%) and Portugal (12%). The United States and Cuba are the international destinations that follow the European one. Only 4% will travel to an African country this Christmas, while 3% will travel to Asia and 2% of those surveyed will travel to Australia.
What worries the Spanish most
The survey also reveals that what worries Spaniards most when traveling is:
- The rise in prices.
- The meteorological risks of climate change.
- Safety during the trip.
- Cancellations and delays.
Other unforeseen events such as getting sick during the trip, the particular financial situation, losing luggage or the geopolitical context are also of concern, although to a lesser extent.
By age groups
Young people between 18 and 34 years old are most concerned about their financial situation, cancellations and delays, and safety during travel.
Adults between 35 and 54 years old choose rising prices, weather changes and safety during the trip.
Those over 55 worry about getting sick during the trip, rising prices, changes in weather, and possible cancellations and delays during the trip.
Only 30% of travelers affirm that they have contracted or are going to contract travel insurance
50% say they will not do it, and 20% have not considered it. Families with children are more cautious: 40% say they do intend to take out insurance. So are travelers who have chosen destinations abroad; Of them, 94% have taken out insurance.
Fernando Barcenilla, Commercial Head of Travel for the company, comments: “It is very good news for the tourism sector that the majority of Spaniards intend to travel on these important dates. However, we have to be very aware of how important It is insured travel, in any situation. Travel insurance covers health care, medical expenses, admission to a hospital and the transportation of a family member to the destination, if necessary. We have seen many cases of appendicitis, gastroenteritis or sprains. ankle in foreign countries whose Treatment involves paying amounts that triple the cost of the same care in Spain. The insurance covers expenses for this type of unforeseen event so that travelers do not have to worry about anything, just enjoying that time of leisure and rest. “Of course, if we have to save on anything during our vacation, it shouldn’t be travel insurance.”
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