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Brits Start Missing Home Comforts Just Five Days Into Holidays

A study of 2,000 holidaymakers finds 46% miss home comforts by day five, with many longing for their own space, bed, and daily routines while abroad.

  • DFS commissioned research with 2,000 holidaymakers that revealed most travellers begin to feel homesick around the fifth day of their trip.
  • The study revealed that stress from airports, luggage concerns, and lack of personal space cause many to miss their home comforts during trips.
  • Additional findings showed that 46 percent cite missing home comforts as their main reason for longing for home, while 52 percent say returning home is a holiday highlight.
  • Kellie Wyles highlighted that for a lot of people, returning home after a holiday is the most enjoyable part because the comfort of their own space is unmatched. She also emphasized that customers’ homes often serve as a true expression of their lifestyles and identities.
  • The study suggests that many people prioritize relaxing at home, with 71 percent planning downtime weekends and 43 percent taking leave solely to enjoy their home environment.
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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
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