Research shows a steady increase in tourists hitting the road, with families leading the charge.
A recent survey by the Caravan and Recreational Vehicle Association of Australia (CRVA) found that:
- Visitors to campgrounds and caravan parks increased approximately 8% between 2008 and 2011.
- 7 million Australians have visited a camping ground or holiday park in the past 2 years, up from 6.5 million between 2006 and 2008.
- There was an increase in Australian families taking motorhome or campervan holidays, from 3.9 to 4.5 million visitors.
- 54% of visitors to caravan parks are holidaying with children
- Families with oldest child age 6 - 12 years found camping holidays the most relaxing.
- 58% believe these holidays are good value and the least expensive holiday you can have.
Never realised that so many families were travelling and camping in Australia :) Sure is a lot of families travelling!
ReplyDeleteWe have meet a few on the road, and it does seem to be more of a trend for families to find better ways to have holidays :)
Camping surely is one of the best ways for families to relax and enjoy at the same time.
ReplyDeleteWe sure are meeting a lot of families that are taking a year or more off and are home schooling and introducing them to the beauty and diverisity of Australia. Maybe we will meet on the road. In WA the parents can even get rent assistance in some circumstances to help defray the park fees!
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