DUNOON VOTED TOP RESORT IN SCOTLAND
DUNOON VOTED TOP RESORT IN SCOTLAND
Dunoon has been voted in the top ten British holiday resorts a recent survey carried out by Teletext Holidays.
Not only was the town voted number ten in Britain, it was the top destination in Scotland.
The survey of 3000 holidaymakers found that availability of good fish and chip shops was among the top priorities for people looking for a good time in the classic British seaside resort. Other items listed included scenery, piers and even deckchairs.
Local councillor Ron Simon welcomed the news, commenting: “I am delighted that Dunoon has received recognition in this survey, and what is important here is that it is the visitor’s comments which count.
“There are many factors that make an enjoyable experience for visitors and sometimes we sell ourselves a bit short, we have many fantastic independent shops in the town, and some of the best environmental assets to be found anywhere, a thriving arts and cultural scene and a reputation for giving a warm welcome.
“I am pleased that the town has been so positively recognised and I am sure that others who visit in the future will also enjoy the Cowal experience.”
The survey was com-missioned by Teletext Holidays to celebrate a recent rise in bookings for British holidays following a slow start to the season thanks to torrential rain across Britain. Participants in the study were asked a series of questions about what they consider to be the key components of a quintessentially British holiday, as well as to vote on their top seaside resorts.
The Top Ten Most Quintessentially British Seaside Reports are:
1. Southwold, Suffolk
2. Newquay, Cornwall
3. Scarborough, Yorkshire
4. Bournemouth, Dorset
5. Brighton, Sussex
6. Blackpool, Lancashire
7. Skegness, Lincolnshire
8. Torquay, Devon
9. Rhyl, Denbighshire
10. Dunoon, Argyll
The research reveals some interesting differences between the generations, with 25 to 35 year olds unsurprisingly preferring resorts where water sports are popular and there is a lively nightlife, whereas the older generation (55-65) rated fish and chips and good views as most important.
Matt Cheevers, Managing Director of Teletext Holidays, said: “The classic British holiday resort is still as popular today as it has ever been. Despite the weather this summer, there are some fantastic local breaks available in Britain.”
A spokesperson for Visitscotland at the Dunoon Tourist Information Centre said: “We’re absolutely delighted at this news. Dunoon and Cowal is a lovely part of Argyll, and I am pleased we are getting recognition for this.”
