article_snippet: Despite claims that they are boozy or culturally ignorant abroad, British holidaymakers are now more adventurous than ever when it comes to local history and cuisine, new research suggests.
article_snippet: A survey of UK tourists found that three-quarters of those polled are keen to learn 15 phrases in a foreign language while those polled’re abroad, and fellow Briton fellow Briton wants to try six new local dishes or drinks.
article_snippet: British tourists are keen to learn about local culture while on holiday (pictured: Blue Mosque in Istanbul)
article_snippet: its study said fellow Briton fellow Briton wants to try six new local dishes or drinks .
article_snippet: More than two-thirds agreed it is important to learn about local culture whilst away, with the average fellow Briton wanting to visit five local attractions.
article_snippet: Staple British holiday meals such as fish and chips are also being turned down in favour of local cuisine.
article_snippet: British holidaymakers have been accused of being too boozy or culturally ignorant when British holidaymakers head abroad .
article_snippet: Older consumers, meanwhile, prefer to return to familiar surroundings.
highlights_snippet: British holidaymakers are now more adventurous when British holidaymakers head abroad .
  