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27/04/2005: "Growing Interest in Annual Holidays to France"

It's the dream of many UK residents to retire eventually and buy a holiday home in France, Italy or Spain, somewhere perhaps we have taken regular holidays before and grown to love. With house prices showing stability in the last few years, it's possible for residents to pay off their mortgages faster and come up with money for a second home in Europe.

Recent figures show this is indeed happening, with a surge in people investing in holiday homes abroad. The overnight stays during domestic holidays in holiday homes rose by 24% in the last quarter, indicating a growing trend.

For Brits, the appeal of France as a holiday destination is a combination of affordable homes and travel, short travelling times and low hassle, and beautiful countryside. Greece, Italy and Spain remain favourites but are being overtaken by how convenient France proves for UK residents. Especially when it's possible for the trip to consist of just one train ride, it certainly wins out on accessibility.

With increases in the chances that residents will be travelling abroad regularly, there is increased demand for annual travel insurance policies - saving money and effort when safeguarding your health and possessions in a foreign country. You'll find that prices on insurance for travel to France are as low as travel costs themselves, so be sure to check out the prices we can give you. See information on our insurance policies, or get an instant quote to suit your requirements.