Vacation becomes more expensive: Save Kinzig valleys and travel less in 2025!

Vacation becomes more expensive: Save Kinzig valleys and travel less in 2025!

In the current discussion about rising vacation costs, there is a worrying picture for travelers in Germany. According to the

In addition, the adac tourism study 2025 with a lower budget, what the vacation planning has to do significantly influenced. Despite the challenges, 58 percent of Germans went on vacation in 2024, which resembles the level before the crisis. For 2025, almost 60 percent of those surveyed plan to go on at least a longer vacation.

vacation behavior under pressure

The study also shows a decline in travel loopholes: 32 percent of those surveyed stated that they wanted to do without a trip in 2025, which represents a doubling compared to 2022. These findings indicate that the economic situation and the increasing vacation costs become a burden for many. Travelers with a higher budget value quality and comfort, but sustainability plays a subordinate role in the booking decision. Only about a fifth of the respondents are ready to pay an additional cost for more sustainable offers.

A growing awareness of crowded holiday resorts can also be determined. Many respondents support measures such as entrance fees or capacity restrictions. 43 percent of travelers want to choose Germany as a travel destination, while 45 percent longing for vacation in other European countries. Compared to 2022, another 50 percent of Germans strive for a vacation in their own country.

tourism under changes

The majority of travelers are satisfied with their vacation, especially with the booking process and the service. 67 percent prefer individual trips, while 32 percent book package tours. The trend towards early booking increases because travel becomes more predictable again. Despite the positive developments in tourism, which has recovered according to the challenges of pandemic, risks are still present due to the economic situation.

The ADAC emphasizes the need to keep the holiday costs affordable and to avoid an increase in these costs. From a political point of view, a review of fees in air traffic and measures to compensate for the increasing CO2 price is required to ensure the attractiveness of travel in the long term.