The recession has not put the brakes on holidays for skiers and snowboarders, who have turned to caravans to help them spend some cost-effective time on the snow.
According to caravan insurance provider Safeguard, it has noticed a marked rise in customers asking for quotes that cover them for heading to European ski resorts.
The firm explained that this makes sense as caravans offer affordable, yet comfortable accommodation, as well as enough room for all of your ski and snowboard equipment.
It said the fall of the sterling against the euro has made breaks to the Alps more expensive, but caravan owners could forgo the extra cost by taking their mobile home with them.
Safeguard manager Rita Sadler suggested that the financial downturn may have hit holidaymakers in the pocket.
“Skiing and snowboarding fans who have been looking forward to their winter break all year are seeking ways to cut costs without cutting their holiday short or even worse cancelling it completely,” she added.
Popular ski resorts in France include Chamonix, Alpe d’Huez and Tignes.
