A record number of Britons will flee the country over the coming Easter weekend in search of sunnier climates and conditions, according to a new study.
ABTA, the Association of British Travel Agents revealed around 2.5 million holiday seeking Brits would jet abroad this weekend, setting a new Easter record.
Justin Fleming, ABTA’s president said, "Easter has always been very busy for our members, but this year has surprised everyone. Getting away from it all is now no longer a dream but a reality for most of us in the UK ."
The most popular destination will be Spain, with classic cut-price destination Tenerife leading the way. Turkey and southern mainland Spain are set to remain popular, along with North African countries Tunisia, Egypt, and Morocco .
The study also showed short-stay city breaks such as Paris, Rome, Barcelona, and Amsterdam are set to receive Brits in there thousands, especially those in pursuit of an alternative to a beach break .
However travellers can expect to begin their holidays surrounded by delays, and extra long queues as Heathrow is set for 550,000 UK passengers travelling through its services, while Gatwick processes 300,000 and Stansted serves 225,000 leaving its departure gates.
Earlier in the week the Met Office advised tourists to pack waterproof clothing and umbrellas as many popular European destinations are forecast to receive stormy weather over the next week.
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