# 11% of Europeans won't travel in 2026 over energy costs

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Published: 2026-07-31T10:46:56.382Z
Modified: 2026-07-31T10:46:56.382Z
Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Revenue & Distribution
Summary: 11% of Europeans won't travel in 2026 over energy costs, and price shapes 31% of choices. Short trips win ground.

## Article

European holiday plans for summer 2026 are being shaped by the economy and geopolitics, according to [Hosteltur](https://www.hosteltur.com/177785_viajes-mas-cortos-y-cerca-de-casa-asi-cambia-el-turismo-europeo-este-verano.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=viajes-mas-cortos-y-cerca-de-casa-asi-cambia-el-turismo-europeo-este-verano), which cites a YouGov survey of 14,249 people. **11%** of Europeans say they will not travel because of energy costs, peaking at **15%** in Germany and France.

Price also rules the choice: **31%** pick a destination based on cost, rising to **37%** among 18 to 34 year olds. In that same group, **24%** prefer short trips within Europe. Same wanderlust, lower budget, fewer days.

My take: the industry has room to reposition. It's not that Europeans will simply spend less. It's that they will decide with more rational criteria. Whoever offers nearby getaways, transparent pricing and clear value will win 2026.

## Sources

- Hosteltur: https://www.hosteltur.com/177785_viajes-mas-cortos-y-cerca-de-casa-asi-cambia-el-turismo-europeo-este-verano.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=viajes-mas-cortos-y-cerca-de-casa-asi-cambia-el-turismo-europeo-este-verano

## Citation

11% of Europeans won't travel in 2026 over energy costs. Notitur. 2026-07-31. https://notitur.com/en/digest/europeans-energy-cost-travel-2026