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Many of us have thought about it, but today two out of five (41%) Brits admit that they would be prepared to significantly bend the truth in order to secure special treatment or "freebies" on holiday.
It might be the oldest trick in the book but almost half (41%) of the people polled would claim to be loved-up honeymooners in order to bag a free upgrade or even just a bottle of champagne.
However, despite being happy to tell a few untruths in order to get special treatments it does come at a cost to our conscience as more than a quarter (28%) of us would at least feel a pang of guilt about our deceitfulness.
The research, probing our honesty on holiday at home and abroad reveals more than a few unsavoury habits from a nation famed for its fairness.
Lying in the sun?
Nearly two thirds of travellers (65%) are happy to keep quiet about missed charges on the bill clearly taking the view that as the customer it's the management's responsibility to keep track of such things. Whilst not owning up to a missed bar tab or movie charge is common practice, some of us Brits are prepared to be a little more creative when it comes to dodging the bill.
One in 20 travellers (5%) admits to topping up empty bottles from the mini bar with tap water in an attempt to save on extortionate charges. That's more guests (4%) than have been dishonest about enjoying an honesty bar.
Hotel takeaways
When it comes to the freebies we just can't resist a little "memento" from our favourite hotel rooms. So fond of the creature comforts available in our rooms do we become that they often find their way into suitcases and bags making the trip home. Half of holidaymakers (49%) confess to removing items from their hotel room with dressing gowns, towels and slippers (2%) the most coveted.
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