Airbnb Reveals ‘Tour Tourism’ Is Driving Holiday Spending

Ahead of the UK hosting some of the biggest music tours and sporting events this summer, Airbnb reveals the impact of ‘Tour Tourism’, which contributes an estimated £28 billion annually to the UK economy1. As consumers prioritise spending on experiences over material goods – with spend on travel, entertainment and hospitality/leisure up 5.7%, 3.5% and 2.8% respectively year-on-year2 – hosting on Airbnb enables towns and cities to benefit from welcoming additional visitors during concerts, sporting events and cultural festivals.