The ongoing effects of the credit crunch will result in fewer families being able to take a holiday as their finances are stretched.
Such is the assertion of the Family Holiday Association (FHA), which suggested that while holidays seem to create "happier, stronger families", more people will be missing out this year.
John McDonald, the director of the FHA, said: "It is a disappointment that perhaps more people will miss out this year than perhaps did last year. It is a huge problem, no matter if there is a credit crunch or not."
He added that family holidays can benefit households, communities and society in general, as well as improving the wellbeing of children.
Mr McDonald's comments follow a recent report by Abbey Credit Cards which suggested that for those planning a half-term break, holiday premiums of up to 80 per cent were to be expected.
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