Abta: Christmas TV to inspire travellers by Cheap Flights Booker UK

Some of the television programmes, documentaries and films being screened over the Christmas period will have an effect on British consumers" travel plans, according to Abta.

The industry association pointed out that the Frozen Planet series has already prompted an increase in demand for expedition cruises to the Arctic and Antarctic and a forthcoming highlights show is likely to strengthen the trend.

Wildlife fans might also be tempted to arrange a trip to the US after seeing Earthflight, a documentary following a flock of snow geese on a journey from the Gulf of Mexico to the Arctic.

British celebrities will be exploring destinations all over the world for the entertainment of Christmas TV viewers this year, with comedian Miranda Hart set to join adventurer Bear Grylls on a trek in the Swiss Alps.

The Top Gear team will be embarking on a trip across India, while Rory McGrath, Griff Rhys Jones and Dara O"Briain will be visiting America to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty in Three Men Go to New England.

Victoria Bacon, Abta"s head of communications, said: "Film and television programmes have a huge influence on British holidaymakers" travel plans.

"It is clear destinations benefit enormously when used as film locations, which is why many are delighted to be chosen."


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