Dover ferry port expecting half-term rush

Dover ferry services are expected to see a substantial rise in passenger numbers during the February half-term week, authorities at the port have revealed.

For many schools around the UK, the half-term break begins on February 14th, meaning that people taking Valentine's Day breaks will contribute to the increase in passenger traffic at Dover during the holiday period.

However, Kate O'Hara, head of marketing at the Port of Dover, revealed that a large part of the anticipated rush will result from people setting off on self-drive ski holidays to France.

"Winter holidaymakers get a huge advantage travelling to the slopes by car and ferry compared with flying," she said.

"Apart from avoiding airport check-in queues and lengthy security procedures, there are no surcharges for luggage – a crucial element of most skiers' holidays."

Ms O'Hara went on to say that, while it is advisable to book in advance for ferry crossings at peak times, people planning their holidays at the last minute may still be able to make reservations for half-term breaks.

In 2007, passenger numbers at Dover ferry port reached 54,000 on the first Saturday of the February half-term break, compared to 37,000 on the previous Saturday.

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