Consumers have reduced travel spending for the first time in five years due to concerns over rising costs and the Iran war. Barclays data shows a 3.3% decline in travel spending in March, with decreases in spending at travel agents, airlines, and public transport. Despite this, spending on domestic accommodations increased by 1.2%, as more people opted for UK holidays over Easter.
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July 13, 2026
