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There are concerns that price-gouging by Irish holiday companies could force people to ignore international travel restrictions this summer.
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He told Andrea that he originally booked a holiday home in the south of the county for last October – but had to cancel when lockdown restrictions were tightened.
When he asked for his money back, he was told there were no refunds and he had to reschedule the holiday.
Fears staycation price-gouging will force people abroad despite international travel ban
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“When we booked the week in October, the total for the house was €497,” he said.
“When we went to re-book, I was told I could have the same week but the cost for the week was now €1,400. So, the €497 I paid would be taken off that and I would have to pay the extra if I wanted to rebook.