Holidaymakers on smaller budgets turning to Tunisia and Egypt, says Tui

Bulgaria also among more affordable choices as vacations remain a priority

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Cash-strapped consumers are still prioritising spending on holidays but are choosing more affordable destinations including Egypt, Bulgaria and Tunisia for their annual break, according to Europe’s biggest package trip operator.

Tui said new customers with smaller budgets who are not able to find a package holiday in more traditional locations such as Spain are looking elsewhere.