Britain Finally Wins a Title

Britons haven't had much to shout about in recent times. Of course the economic downturn means Brits are more skint than ever, last year's World Cup campaign was a disaster, and even our all-conquering cricket team was battered by Ireland last week.

Fortunately there's one thing we will simply not be beaten on. In a survey by Trip Advisor, Brits were found to be the heaviest holiday drinkers. Clutch those 3 lions to your chest and "praise be" to Saint George, sound out Rule Britania: your boys took one helluva beating. We're willing to waiger that a stag weekend UK stylee had more than a part to play.

Yes, according to the survey Brits are found to drink a staggering 65% more on holiday than they do at home, with Europe's average a rather more modest 41%. Italians were found to drink just 28% more. The survey of more than 6,000 travellers found that 29% of Britons enjoy 5 alcoholic beverages on average per day, comparing to just 10% of Europeans.

TripAdvisor spokeswoman Emma O'Boyle said: "British holidaymakers have long been known for liking a drink when away, but it seems Brits really do up the ante with alcohol on holiday in a way our European neighbours do not."

The survey also found us to compare favourably with our European neighbours when it comes to health matters abroad. A respectable 3/5 score was given to the Brits, with Italians found to be the least health-conscious and the Spanish the most.  This factored in how seriously we take diet and excercise while holidaying.

British holiday-makers were found to be the least likely to smoke more away, while Italians were the most likely to smoke more.

The Trip Advisor spokesperson added: "While it's encouraging to see that Britons are more health-conscious than most other Europeans when it comes to smoking and sun protection on holiday, we've certainly been shamed on our diet, alcohol intake and exercise by the Spanish."

We Want You: find out how you can contribute to your nation's efforts with a stag weekend in Europe.