Demand for autumn holidays at Parkdean resorts double that of last year
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Parkdean Resorts, owners of Grannies Heilan Hame in Embo and 66 other resorts throughout the country, is preparing for a surge in bookings at its holiday parks in Scotland for September, October and November by introducing a range of new activities for families.
With holidaymakers wanting to enjoy a well-deserved break whilst seeking fresh air, open spaces and safe, beautiful locations that Scotland has to offer, the parks have been fully booked for July and August, and the company is making preparations for a second peak as Brits plan their getaways for later in the year.
Demand for holidays in September, October and November has doubled compared to last year, a massive boost to the local economy, as the increased number of holidaymakers at Parkdean’s resorts can be expected to spend their hard-earned cash with businesses in the area that rely so much on tourism.
To entertain the thousands of families set to descend on its parks during half term, Parkdean Resorts will be running an unprecedented range of ‘spooktacular’ Halloween activities and events for families, including the Monster Ball, Zombie Fun Runs, Pumpkin Carving, Face Painting, Fancy Dress Competitions, Ghost Walks, Halloween Shows, and Pottery and Crafts classes.
There’s good news for workers as well, as Parkdean will have record numbers of staff on its parks in Scotland for the autumn months this year. The company hired an extra 1500 team members across the UK to cope with extra demand when holiday parks reopened in July, and teams will be staying on to help deliver the best possible experience on park.
Steve Richards, Chief Executive, Parkdean Resorts, said: “People have really fallen back in love with the Great British holiday, and we’re pulling out all the stops to make sure holidaymakers and holiday home owners can make the most of their staycation this autumn. Our teams on park have done a fantastic job and we’re determined to finish the year with a bang.”
