Almost a third of Irish holidaymakers travel without insurance

On average, consumers report spending on average €2,473 on their holidays

Overall, 23% of holidaymakers booked package holidays during the summer where at least they can rely on their agent to make alternative plans for them if something goes wrong. File photo: PA/thinkstockphotos

Irish people spent on average nearly €2,500 on flights and accommodation on their holidays in 2025 with 30% deciding to travel without insurance, new research from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) said.

The proportion of people deciding to travel without insurance rises to 48% among those under 35.