Per capita, Australians spends more on overseas travel than any other nation, hitting a whopping $1,477 per year. Not surprisingly, due to its geographical location, stunning scenery, and number of Kiwis living in Australia, New Zealand hit number 1 as the most popular destination to visit. Indonesia and Thailand rank at 2 and 4 respectively, probably due to both their proximity and value for money, while the United States and UK come in at number 3 and 5.
Australia is a wealthy nation for its size, often ranking in the top 20 richest countries per capita. So perhaps it’s not too surprising that many are wealthy enough for a holiday or two per year. Over 9 million overseas trips are expected to be taken this year, a 100% increase compared with a decade earlier.
Check out the below travel infographic (courtesy of MyBudget) for more interesting facts about how Aussies like to travel and which other nations spend big on their holidays.
