Originally published: The Leader, 15 December 2022
The rising cost of living could force many Australians to abandon their summer holiday getaway, just as the nation is set to enjoy its first festive season in years free of travel restrictions.
More than half of Australians are rethinking their summer travel plans, with some delaying or ditching their holiday altogether, according to a survey commissioned by Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF), released on Thursday.
The national survey of 1500 people conducted by Pureprofile found 58 per cent of Australians say recent interest rate rises and cost-of-living pressures have affected their summer holiday plans.
