Once again, Spain continues to be the most popular holiday destination for Brits over the Easter period with data from Carehiremarket.com revealing that from the 31st March to 15th April, 35% of UK holiday makers hiring a car through the company booked a holiday to Spain.
Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Manager of leading house builders Taylor Wimpey España comments,
“Spain is a top pick for Easter time. It’s easy to get to from the UK meaning more time can be spent enjoying the sun, sea and sangria – the perfect way to fight away the winter blues. For those wanting to explore the country, hiring a car is the best possible way to ensure that you soak up all the scenic beauty that Spain has to offer.”
Meanwhile, recent data compiled by Frontur has highlighted that it’s not just Easter drawing in the crowds. Almost 2.8 million foreign tourists arrived in Spain back in January this year, an impressive 4.6% increase on January 2011.
To further highlight the British love affair with Spain, the data also identified that British tourists accounted for 19.1% of all the foreign tourists that came to Spain in January 2012 while data released by the National Statistics Institute showed that 12.6 million overnight stays were recorded in hotels in Spain during January 2012, an increase of 3.5% over the same period in 2011.
Marc Pritchard further explains,
“The stats clearly demonstrate that Brits continue to be one of the most important tourism source markets for Spain. At Taylor Wimpey EspañaBritish buyers remain our biggest fans with a staggering 100% increase in sales to this group to date this year compared to the same period in 2011. I really do think that the British love affair with Spain will be stronger than ever in 2012 and as a way to say thanks we are commencing a ‘send a friend’ campaign. You recommend friends and family who are interested in Spanish property and if they buy, you earn €2,000.
“Indeed, Spain celebrates the true meaning of Easter more than most other European countries. Every town and city will have spent months preparing for the parades that begin at the churches and slowly wind their way through the streets. Easter is a wonderful time to experience the culture, religion and tradition of the Spanish people.”
For those looking to own a slice of Spanish paradise why not take a look at what Taylor Wimpey España has on offer.
The private complex of beautiful 3 bedroom townhouses of Las Brisas de Alenda is located in the peaceful and quiet area adjacent to the Alenda Golf Course while the wonderful beaches of the Costa Blanca are just a 15 minute away.
The Brisas de Alenda Golf complex has generous private gardens, a communal swimming pool and a club house as well as a gym, bar and restaurant costing from just 169.000€ + 4% VAT.
Located on the south east coast of Mallorca, very close to the glamorous Marina de Cala D’Or El Puerto II consists of 2 bedroom apartments costing from just 182.000€ + 4% VAT – KEY READY with furniture. With 3 communal swimming pools available these properties are surrounded by outstanding natural beauty offering various other activities such as water sports, biking and golf in the local area.
For more information please contact Taylor Wimpey España today on 08000 121 020 or visit www.taylorwimpeyspain.com for more information. If you reside outside of the UK you will need to call 00 34 971 706 244.
