Britons are swapping pricey getaways for fun-packed, wallet-friendly alternatives, with camping and fishing vacations leading the charge.
Camping has enjoyed a post-pandemic boom, with over 7.2 million UK households trying it for the first time. But whether they’re first-timers or veteran campers, many enjoy shopping on Temu, with its array of tents, mats and cookware that help lower the cost of their outdoors.
Helouf Helouf, a keen camper in the UK, praised a tent he purchased from Temu.
“It was only £50, and despite the rain and the wind all night long, it lasted really well,” Helouf said in his post.
Helouf has a further 10 trips planned, and is confident that the tent will perform without any issues.
One of the greatest joys that camping allows Helouf is that he can travel with his dog. He said that it was so much easier to change clothes in the tent, “rather than battling for room in the car with the dog!”
YouTuber Glen Andrew Elson, known as The North-face Wanderer, recently took a Temu tent to the rocky crags of Northumbria to see if a budget shelter could handle the elements. He was quick to acknowledge its surprising practicality, especially for the price.
“It’s perfect for one person,” Glen shared with his audience. “Got my mat and sleeping bag in – everything was good. I didn’t get wet at all, even though it rained a bit. What a good night’s sleep!”
More Brits are embracing spontaneous, low-cost outdoor getaways with the help of e-commerce platforms like Temu, which offer products at competitive prices by cutting out extraneous costs. Over 80% of Temu users report saving 25% or more on purchases in 2024 alone.
Interest in fishing is also gaining across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, with the search interest in “fishing equipment list” jumping over 600%.
Angling content creator @smg_fishing showed off the rod he purchased on Temu, saying “Imagine catching a fish on this Temu rod!”
Fellow angling tiktoker @wildbites90 showed off the catch he got using a Temu rod, saying the “Temu rod smashed it.”
On YouTube, Stu’s Fishing has racked up views with his “Pen Rod Challenge” – using the affordable Temu “Pen Rod” to land multiple catches in a single session.
Temu’s value-focused offerings are lowering the financial barrier for first-time anglers and seasoned pros alike, making fishing more accessible, social, and fun than ever.
So, whether it’s your first cast or your fiftieth camping trip, grab your gear, hang out with your mates (and your dog), and get outdoors. Adventure doesn’t have to cost the earth – and with Temu, it’s never been easier to pack up, pitch up, and dive into summer fun.
