NonEuropean countries attract British visitors

A growing number of British consumers are choosing to take their breaks outside Europe, analysts have revealed.

According to the Post Office, more and more people from the UK are opting to venture beyond the continent to places such as the United Arab Emirates.

Dubai in particular was flagged up as one popular location, largely because it can be reached in less than 9 hours and suffers "relatively less" from airline fuel charges.

According to Helen Warburton, head of travel at the Post Office, this shift away from Europe shows people want to get as much as they can for their money.

Speaking to the Telegraph, she said: "It is clear from the pattern of bookings this year that holidaymakers will be looking for the best possible value."

This comes after the Association of British Travel Agents called on tourism officials in the UAE to expand their budget holiday sector.

Spokesperson Frances Tuke was quoted by the National as saying that would help it to attract more holidaymakers who have been hit by the credit crunch.

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