Although 91% of Australians look forward to their weekends, they admit the burden of household chores is one of the top three barriers to enjoying their free time, according to new research from Toga Hotels. 

More than 1 in 5 (23%) Aussies reveal household chores are getting in the way of taking a short break or getaway on the weekends. With 43% of Australians saying they spend their weekends catching up on mundane household tasks like cleaning the house, ironing and washing.

The obligation of performing household tasks is followed by finances and family commitments when it comes to top weekend spoilers.

Parents made up a third (32%) of those who selected household commitments as one of the top three weekend spoilers, with 56% being female compared to 49% of males.

Emma Fraser, Group Director of Marketing at Toga Hotels says the company‘s new research underlines the need for Aussies to take back their weekends!

“We know Aussies look forward to their weekends, but our research shows that by the time it comes around many allow household tasks to get in the way of enjoying their time off.

We want to encourage the return of the great Aussie weekend – a time when everyone gives themself permission to switch off and say goodbye to never-ending to do lists.“

Toga Hotels will be launching a new campaign next month to inspire more Aussies and Kiwis to getaway and enjoy their weekends. 

„We want to be the ambassadors of great weekends, which should be all about getting outside with family and friends and having fun,” Emma continued.

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About Toga Hotels

Toga Hotels is a leading accommodation provider with over 65 properties across Australia, New Zealand and Europe. Toga Hotels’ brands include: Adina Apartment Hotels, Medina Serviced Apartments, Rendezvous Hotels, Vibe Hotels and Travelodge Hotels.

These brands represent over 9,000 apartments and hotel rooms which vary in price, location and design to meet a range of different accommodation needs. For more information about Toga Hotels, visit: togahotels.com 

·         Adina Apartment Hotels in 27 locations (Australia and Europe). Other locations coming soon include Adina Apartment Hotel Royal Randwick Racecourse (2015), Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Messe (2016) and Adina Apartment Hotel Mascot (2015).

·         Medina Serviced Apartments in four locations (Australia).

·         Vibe Hotels in seven locations (Australia). Soon to be eight with the addition of Vibe Hotel & Conference Centre Marysville (2014).

·         Travelodge Hotels in 18 locations (Australia and New Zealand). Soon to be 20 with the opening of Travelodge Mariners Tuggerah (2014) and Travelodge Mascot (2015).

·         Rendezvous Hotels in 11 locations (Australia & New Zealand).

·         Hotel Kurrajong Canberra (Australia)