Around two-thirds of Austrians aged 16 and over plan a summer holiday this year. About one-third of them intend not to skimp on their trip despite economic uncertainty and inflation, according to the Santander Finance Barometer. However, the majority will certainly keep an eye on costs. Only 17 percent already know they will not take a summer holiday this year.

Most holidaymakers plan to economize on this year’s trip, cutting back chiefly on length of stay (23 percent) and on local expenses (22 percent). This is especially true for the middle age group (35–59 years), who often travel with children. Younger people (16–34 years) tend to choose cheaper accommodations or early-booking deals. Those aged 60+ are more flexible with timing, avoid peak season, and opt for last-minute offers.

Holiday Pay & Financing

Thanks largely to their 13th-month salary, 70 percent finance their summer holiday from current income. Among the young, 13 percent rely on family contributions. Some 28 percent dip into savings, and 3 percent take out a loan to afford “the best time of the year.”

According to the ÖAMTC Travel Monitor 2025, the per-person holiday budget is €1,200. Top destinations remain Italy and Croatia, alongside domestic travel in Austria.

The Goldman-Sachs-commissioned Santander Barometer surveyed 1,015 people aged 16+ in May 2025.