Brits swap traditional dates for 'extreme day trip' jet-set romance
Nearly half of Brits would consider hopping on a plane for a date, new research has found. Here's what is driving the day-tripping craze - and the top destinations for love abroad
Forget the traditional romantic dinner by candlelight or a quiet pint at your local - it seems nearly half of Brits are now willing to jump on a plane for a date. Yes, you heard it right - extreme day trips abroad are the latest dating trend sweeping across the UK.
New research conducted by the experts at MoneySuperMarket reveals that 43% of Brits would contemplate embarking on an adventurous 24-hour trip, with many doing so in the pursuit of love.
With cheap flights, no need for hotel expenses, and leaving luggage behind, couples are managing to pack whirlwind adventures into just one day - and they're absolutely loving it.
Google searches for this day-tripping phenomenon have skyrocketed by 10,000 since January.
Couple this with the 15,000 worldwide searches for dating abroad, and it's evident: British dating is taking a global turn.
Adventurous hearts and open passports, reports the Express.
So where are these love-seeking Brits jetting off to?
France clinches the top spot (26%) as the preferred overseas dating destination, followed closely by sunny Spain (17%) and picturesque Greece (15%).
But it's not just about the destination - it's also about what you do once you're there.
One in five (20%) favour activity-based dates, and a third (34%) believe it's the best way to truly get to know someone.
Spontaneity is attractive
Alicia Hempsted, expert at MoneySuperMarket, said:.
"We've seen a 25% increase in enquiries about single trip travel insurance in the first quarter of this year, compared to the same time last year.
And, with our research revealing that a third of Brits are craving excitement in their love lives, more and more of us are travelling abroad with our loved one.
"It's clear that love is going the distance."
So if you're fed up with the mundane local dating scene, it could be worth considering booking that flight and jetting off for a romantic adventure.
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