Last-minute holiday bookings puts heat on travel agents

HOLIDAYMAKERS can grab a bargain break in the sun for as little as €139 as travel agents slash prices to offload thousands of unsold holidays.

Last-minute holiday bookings puts heat on travel agents

Agents are under pressure from the growing popularity of do-it-yourself holidays, as consumers book their own flights and accommodation with airlines and hotels over the internet.

Holiday-makers who still prefer traditional travel agents are also adding to the firms’ woes by booking their holidays late, knowing that prices will fall as their departure date draws closer.

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