Coach travel could be a cost-effective and convenient alternative to other holiday transport.
The travel chaos that resulted from the volcanic ash cloud that grounded hundreds of UK flights in 2010 may have prompted holidaymakers to consider a different type of break.
One option is coach travel and John Gilbert, managing director of Europe-wide scheduled coach operator Eurolines UK, suggests this could be an increasingly attractive choice.
He says it is still a challenge to inform travel insurance policyholders and others about the truth to the industry and dispel the many myths that exist.
Some of the benefits to this method of transport include modern vehicles that have air conditioning, a fair amount of legroom and sometimes even free wifi.
"The 2010 ash cloud was a platform to showcase the flexibility of coach travel and we've seen passenger numbers increase steadily since, to the extent that we're now carrying more passengers than during the peak of the volcanic eruption," Mr Gilbert notes.
He also offers some suggestions for those wishing to take a last-minute break during the August bank holiday.
The expert says low-cost fares are available to take tourists around a variety of spots in Europe and Ireland, such as a trip to Paris costing £74 and the same price for a break in Bruges.
All prices include luggage allowance and booking fees, which may appeal to those who want to stay away from hidden charges used by certain airlines.
Price is one of the key attractions for those choosing coach holidays, as well as the convenience of such a trip.
Mr Gilbert explains services go direct from city to city, meaning there are no waiting times or transfer costs to worry about.
By Dennis Clarke
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