Summer 2025: Austrians travel to the sea despite inflation!

Summer 2025: Austrians travel to the sea despite inflation!

Despite the ongoing inflation, the Austrians have a great desire for the summer of 2025. According to a survey by the ÖAMTC, almost every second Austrian plans to spend their summer vacation abroad. A total of 96 % of those surveyed state that they are planning a vacation trip, with around 70 % of which provide a trip abroad and 51 % want to spend their vacation in Germany. Only 4 % of those surveyed do without a summer trip or are undecided. This survey was carried out among 1,000 people aged 18 to 69 in April and is therefore representative of the population.

An interesting detail is that 40 % of travelers have already booked their summer vacation. Despite the inflationary tendencies, 60 % of those surveyed have to save on summer vacation, with 20 % doing this. The savings potential are primarily sought in the accommodations, the expenses on site as well as the number and duration of the trips. The middle holiday budget for 2025 is 1,233 euros per person, which represents an increase of 171 euros compared to the previous year.

popular holiday destinations and travel species

The most popular travel destinations for the Austrians: Inside in the summer of 2025, clearly defined. Italy comes first, followed by Croatia and Greece. Germany and Spain also attract travelers. It is particularly noteworthy that 58 % of the respondents want to travel to the sea, while 25 % want to spend their vacation at the lake or in the mountains. City trips are also of interest to 31 % of the respondents.

Especially families and under 30-year-olds prefer the vacation by the sea, whereby there are many attractive offers in the popular federal states for vacation in Germany such as Carinthia, Styria and Lower Austria. 75 % of families often use their own cars for their trips, while solo travelers mostly prefer bus or train. In total, 71 % of travelers plan to travel with their own car; 37 % only use the car, 21 % combine it by aircraft and 13 % by train.

savings and holiday reasons

The reasons for the vacation remain unchanged: relaxation, enjoy sun, recharge your batteries and spend time with family and friends are the main motivations of the travelers. Less than 10 % of the respondents think of digital detox, further education or getting to know other cultures. In addition, 22 % of travelers value culinary experiences, while 13 % of sporting activities focus on.

The survey shows that the majority of savers: inside has found options for reducing travel expenses. Many travelers pay attention to the costs when eating and activities and choose cheaper accommodations. This trend could become the norm with regard to the increasing cost of living and shows the adaptability of travelers in a challenging economic environment.

The current data and insights over the desire to travel to the Austrians: Inside and the persistent enthusiasm for summer vacation, illustrate that despite financial cuts, the desire for relaxation and time -out remains strong. In times of inflation, the desire to travel remains unbroken, and suitable paths are found to optimally use the travel budget. For more information you can do the article by Vol.at and the ÖAMTC-Reisemonitoring under OEAMTC.AT READ.