This will be summer Rebirth for tourism, the most awaited moment in two years: many Italians are already ready for the holidays they have been dreaming of for a long time. However, if the Covid emergency seems to have loosened its grip, there are other unknowns that should not be underestimated. In particular one strong price increase to travel around the world. Here are the predictions.
More expensive holidays: The expected increases
The gradual reopening of borders in many countries and the easing of security measures are pushing many Italians to do so organize the next summer holidays, with a confidence finally renewed after two years of uncertainty and fear. But there is one more factor to consider that could throw many travelers into a crisis. This is mainly due to the forecast of significant increases in the entire tourism sector Increase in fuel and electricity prices. How will all this affect the holidays of Italians?
According to an analysis by the weekly newspaper 7 of the Corriere della Sera, there should be a first increase flights. Businesses are finally resuming full-capacity operations, but the recent outbreak of war in Ukraine has led to a significant increase in fuel prices, which inevitably impacts the cost of airline tickets. While it’s still difficult to gauge exactly what will happen in the coming months, it’s likely that there will be 8-10% increase compared to current rates. That is, we should consider an increase of between 5 and 10 euros for a short-haul flight and between 50 and 60 euros for longer routes.
But not only air traffic has increased its prices. It’s the codacons who denounce “indecent raises” for the organization. The increase could prompt Italian families to do so even spend 15% more compared to the previous year for the summer holidays. Istat data shows this: if at the moment there was already an average increase of 9.3%, this percentage will continue to increase in the coming months. So if a 10-day vacation costs an average of 996 euros per person in 2021, this year it will even be touched 1,145 euros everyone. And the last minute, according to a recent survey, is no longer convenient.
This is how the summer holidays 2022 will be
Rising costs for fuel, gas and electricity could brought many Italians into a crisis, prompting them to forego holidays. However, a recent analysis has shown that there are many willing to spend significantly more than usual this summer. The general idea seems to be to make up for lost time over the past two years, even at the cost of a definitive price increase. Many people have stated that they want to do this at least two weeks vacationor even want to do more rides throughout the season.
The trends for the coming summer speak for themselves: travelers have Desire for fun and relaxationby opting for all-inclusive resorts that don’t require too much organization. On this occasion, some also want to treat themselves to the vacation of their lives, one extra luxury travel for which really no expense can be spared. We are now past the most difficult period of restrictions and border closures, so it’s time to start dreaming again.