Pent-up demand fuels staycation splurge, new data reveals

Crowds descending on the beach in Garryvoe. Cork is the most popular choice for staycationers, new data has revealed. Picture: Damian Coleman

The rolling hills, sandy beaches and rugged coastlines of Cork proved irresistible to holidaymakers, with data suggesting the Rebel County topped the list of counties to spend a few days to relax.

According to AIB spending data, Cork is the most popular so-called 'staycation’ destination nationally, followed by Kerry.