Travel shopping

Article Abstract:

Air, land and sea travellers in Britain are purchasing an increasing amount of retail goods at airports, train stations and sea ports, at general or specialist outlets such as W.H. Smith or Tie Rack. Travelling consumers are increasing in number and a continued growth in retail trade is expected. Surveys suggest that travellers want better financial facilities such as banks or post offices. Over 70% of all airport travellers purchase a small item such as a magazine or sweets.

United Kingdom, Industry Overview, Statistics, Marketing research, Market research, Travelers

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Impact of media on travel

Article Abstract:

Research shows that TV holiday programmes, TV text services and company brochures have the most influence on the UK travel market. It is suggested that holiday programmes influence around 19 million consumers choosing a holiday, while TV text services also influence 19 million holidaymakers, with brochures influencing 16 million consumers.

Social aspects, Vacations, Influence, Mass media

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International business travel

Article Abstract:

The number of international business travel trips outside the UK rose by almost 50% between 1994 and 1999, with expenditure for the same period up 57%. An analysis of the UK international business travel market is presented.

Supply and demand, Business travel

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