Travelbiz E-Zine
14
April
2025

66% of Respondents Yet to Book Their 2025 Holiday Due to Concerns About Cost

#Traveltradetogether

81% have thought about booking their Holiday, new Click&Go Holidays Travel Sentiment Survey reveals.

Click&Go Holidays has released their Travel Sentiment Survey for the first quarter of the year, revealing that of those surveyed 66% have not booked their 2025 Holiday.

The findings show that cost is a significant factor in those who have not yet booked their 2025 holiday, as 66% responded that either prices are too high (36%) or that they are waiting for holiday prices to fall (30%). Other factors outside of holiday prices that are affecting bookings are those concerned over the impact of US tariffs on Ireland (6%) and those worried about the cost-of-living crisis in Ireland (7%).

The survey also provided information about the marginal increase on sun holiday prices in 2025. Sun holidays rose by 3% this year, while Airfare rose by 2% and the average accommodation rose by 6%.

The Travel Sentiment Survey also gave further insight into the strong demand for travel in 2025, despite booking delays, with only 2% planning to not take a trip this year. The coming months are expected to be busy for travel bookings, as 35% of respondents are preparing to reserve their holiday by the end of May and over a quarter (26%) looking to secure their plans in June, July and August. It will be a lates market for booking holidays

In terms of looking for offers, 60% of parents said they would take their children out of school to save on Holiday Prices. While 85% of respondents would take advantage of Click&Go Holidays low booking deposit of €1 per person.

Paul Hackett, CEO of Click&Go said, “What we see in the survey results is a real reluctance amongst the Irish public to book their 2025 holiday. I think for many this is out of a desire to save money, however, we are not seeing this same hesitance in other European markets so prices are unlikely to drop. With the vast majority still planning on travelling this year it could mean limited choice and accommodation availability further down the line.”

Subscribe to our E-Zine

    More

    from latest edition

    Easter Bonus Savings with Celebrity Cruises
    17th April 2025

    Easter Bonus Savings with Celebrity Cruises

    With the Easter holidays just around the corner and springtime flowers blooming, premium cruise line Celebrity Cruises is pulling out all the stops with six days of unmissable savings on one-of-...

    Read more
    Maldives Magic Up for Grabs with The Travel Suppliers Network!
    17th April 2025

    Maldives Magic Up for Grabs with The Travel Suppliers Network!

    Did someone say DREAM HOLIDAY? Because at the recent TSN roadshow in Portlaoise, one lucky travel pro just got a golden ticket to Fantasy Island... aka a 7-night escape to the MALDIVES!

    Read more
    MS Estrela with Travelbiz on the Douro
    17th April 2025

    MS Estrela with Travelbiz on the Douro

    Joining Jacinta from Travelbiz on this lovely cruise on the Douro in Portugal, I had the crème de La crème of Irish travel agents and media on board with me. Naturally, our Marvel Michelle Ryan ...

    Read more
    Explora Journeys continues to strengthen UK & Ireland sales team with new appointment
    16th April 2025

    Explora Journeys continues to strengthen UK & Ireland sales team with new appointment

    Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of MSC Group, has appointed a new Business Relationship Expert within its UK & Ireland sales team. Megan Saunders brings ten years of in...

    Read more
    Riviera Travel launches new Classic European Tours itineraries for 2026 with focus on popular Italy and increasing demand for solo holidays
    16th April 2025

    Riviera Travel launches new Classic European Tours itineraries for 2026 with focus on popular Italy and increasing demand for solo holidays

    Riviera Travel has launched seven new itineraries for 2026 this spring as part of its Classic European Tours category, inspired by demand for holidays in ‘customer - favourite’ Italy and rising ...

    Read more
    Perfect Time to Reserve: Up to 30% Off Celebrated Voyages with Oceania Cruises
    16th April 2025

    Perfect Time to Reserve: Up to 30% Off Celebrated Voyages with Oceania Cruises

    Perfect Time to Reserve: Up to 30% Off Celebrated Voyages with Oceania Cruises

    Read more