Survey reveals dubious holiday souvenir choice

It seems that Britons abroad, potentially including those on holidays to Thailand, may wish to rethink their choice of souvenir if recent research is anything to go by.

By Southall Travel -Thursday, October 23, 2008 05:15 PM

Survey reveals dubious holiday souvenir choice

It seems that Britons abroad, potentially including those on holidays to Thailand, may wish to rethink their choice of souvenir if recent research is anything to go by.

A poll by Tesco Travel Money Card has found that the top choice of holiday memento is the straw donkey, followed by novelty t-shirts and mugs.

Unsurprisingly, 40 per cent of travellers said they regretted buying such products once they got home, with nearly a quarter admitting to throwing them out.

However, 14 per cent said they donated them to charity shops instead, while three per cent made some money back by selling them over the internet - although who actually buys such items without the excuse of the sun affecting their judgement is not clear.

Yvonne Byrne from Tesco Personal Finance said: "Our survey shows that although people might be more likely to make unusual choices whilst relaxing on holiday, their sense of British practicality returns as soon as they get back on home soil."

In related news, a poll by JCDecaux Airport recently found that two-thirds of travellers buy things at the airport they may not have considered on the high street.

Meet the editors...

ADNFCR-1809-ID-18841068-ADNFCR

Create Your Own Travel Plan

Depart From

Destination

Airport [A-Z]

Trip Type
- Return
- One Way

Depart Date

Return Date

Direct Flights Only
Flexible Date (+/- 3 days)

Cabin

Adults
Children
Infant

[Age 12+]
[2–11]
[0–2]

Airline

World Travel News Archives

Southall Travel on Facebook - Become a Fan!

Our Team of Experts is eager to assist you with your holiday planning and bookings.
Call us for best fares on flights from UK.
All prices inclusive of pre payable taxes and charges.
Subject to Availability.