Category: Trips

  • Summer holidays: Codacons reports price hikes on all fronts

    Summer holidays: Codacons reports price hikes on all fronts

    360-degree price increases for summer holidays

    Telepass, air tickets, hotels, and beach resorts: for Italians, the summer holidays will be marked by price hikes on all fronts. This is stated by Codacons, which has released a study on the “crazy prices” expected for the summer.

    Telepass fee increase

    Starting tomorrow, Telepass fees will see a significant increase, with the basic offer rising from €1.83 to €3.90 per month, marking a 113% increase. Tolls and parking meters have also increased by 2.1% in the last month on an annual basis.

    Transport price increases

    Air ticket prices have surged: domestic tickets have increased by 24.4% in one month, while international tickets have risen by 7.3%. Train tickets have also seen a 9.3% increase compared to 2023.

    Price hikes for accommodations and beach resorts

    For August, price hikes are also expected for accommodations, with increases ranging from 15% to 25%, and for beach resorts, which will see a 5% increase.

    The impact on consumers

    Codacons warns that these increases will significantly impact Italian families’ budgets, making summer holidays much more expensive than in previous years. The association advises consumers to plan their expenses carefully to avoid unpleasant surprises.

  • Summer 2024: 38 million Italians on vacation

    Summer 2024: 38 million Italians on vacation

    More Italians on vacation compared to 2023

    This summer, 38 million Italians will take at least one day of vacation, either in Italy or abroad. This represents an increase of 500,000 people compared to the previous year. The data comes from the Coldiretti-Ixè survey, highlighting a growing desire to travel among Italian citizens.

    Increase in average spending

    The average spending per person will be 746 euros, marking a 12% increase from 2023. This figure reflects either greater economic availability or a willingness to indulge in more enriching vacation experiences. Beach resorts, mountain destinations, and art cities are among the preferred destinations.

    Duration of vacations

    The most popular period remains the traditional week, chosen by 28% of Italians. This is followed by two-week vacations, preferred by 25%, and three-week vacations, chosen by 14%. A fortunate 7% can afford a whole month of vacation, while 3% will spend more than a month away from home. However, there are also those who will have shorter vacations: 18% will not exceed three days.

    Prospects and trends

    The increase in vacationers and average spending is a positive signal for the tourism sector, which expects a very active summer season. Italians’ preferences continue to vary, with greater attention to the quality of experiences and personal well-being. Expectations are high, and the tourism sector is ready to welcome this wave of travelers with increasingly personalized offers and services.