Despite some recent controversy surrounding the exclusivity of adult-only holiday accommodation and establishments, demand for the concept among South African travellers remains strong.
According to The Independent , the French High Commissioner for Childhood is seeking legal measures to limit adult-only establishments, arguing that such spaces may deepen the divide between families and child-free individuals.
However, a Travel News poll revealed that over 50 of agent respondents have noticed that clients travelling without children are proactively asking for adult-only accommodation options.
Industry experts say that specific segments of clients including couples, honeymooners and friend groups actively seek adult-only properties for more relaxing and romantic holidays.
Adult-only escapeThere is always a demand for this type of holiday, especially with honeymooners and couples who want to holiday child free. This type of holiday also appeals to friends, who want to spend time together, in an adult environment, said Brenda Mitchell , Head of Sales at World Leisure Holidays.