Spain, Canaries, Cape Verde, the UK, Turkey and Cyprus: Travel agents on Middle East war winners and losers
The conflict in the Middle East has led to a shift in travel trends, with holidaymakers favoring destinations in the West such as Spain, the Canaries, and Cape Verde. Travel agents in the North West have reported a decrease in bookings for destinations like Turkey and Cyprus, while demand for Western destinations has increased.
The Middle East conflict has impacted global travel, with thousands of flights cancelled and airspace closures in major hubs. The UK Foreign Office advises against non-essential travel to the Gulf States. Despite this, holidaymakers are still traveling, but opting for Western destinations. Bookings for the Easter period to places like the Canaries and Cape Verde are up. In contrast, holidays to Turkey and Cyprus are down. Travel agents report a strong demand for destinations like Spain and Portugal. Turkey's tourism bosses are encouraging tour operators to sell holidays for the 2026 summer season, stating that the country is open for business as usual.
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