France: Vacation souvenirs remain popular despite inflation
According to a Vista Print study released in early August, vacation souvenirs remain highly popular among French citizens despite inflation and decreased purchasing power. Approximately 94% of residents report bringing back one or more souvenirs, with 58% stating they do so systematically.
Local food products are the most sought-after items, favored by 61% of respondents. Other popular choices include magnets (40%), artisanal objects (37%), and decorative items (37%). When selecting souvenirs, 68% of vacationers prioritize products that are manufactured locally, followed by quality and price, both at 51%.
Most souvenirs are purchased for others rather than for personal use. Specifically, 58% of French people buy souvenirs for their parents, 37% for friends, and 34% for their children. Only 10% of respondents indicate they purchase souvenirs for themselves.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] A study by Vista Print was released in early August. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Only 10% of French people report buying souvenirs for themselves. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] 61% of French vacationers prioritize local food products as souvenirs. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] 58% of French people buy souvenirs for their parents. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] 68% of vacationers value products being manufactured locally when choosing souvenirs. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] 94% of French residents say they usually bring back one or more vacation souvenirs. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] 58% of French people say they systematically bring back something from their holiday location. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.republicain-lorrain.fr · www.vosgesmatin.fr