Where do British people go on their holidays?

Where do British people go on their holidays?

Two-thirds of all British people have their holidays in July and August, which are the most popular months for holidays. English school children are on holiday from the end of July to the beginning of September. Traditional Holidays The traditional British holiday is a seaside holiday. Children used to watch a Punch and Judy show (puppets) and ride donkeys along a beach. Punch and Judy show Donkey rides along the beach Traditional things to eat at the seaside are candy floss (pictured left) and a stick of rock sweet (see below). Rock Many British people spend much of their free time during the summer months down by the sea. Children enjoy swimming in the sea and building sandcastles. There are places near the sea, such as Blackpool, Scarborough and Bournemouth, where there is plenty to do even if it rains. Holidays Abroad Europe is the most popular destination for UK residents, accounting for 80 per cent of visits abroad. Spain has been the most popular country to visit since 1994, with 13.8 million visits in 2005. France was second in popularity, with 11.1 million visits.