Manny Fontenla-Novoa, chief executive, dismissed suggestions of a hike in Thomas Cook prices this summer, pointing out that the company had euro hedges in place until the end of the year.

However, he admitted that the strong euro would have an effect on holidaymakers' choice of destination given the rising cost of meals, car hire and other holiday essentials. "There is no question it will have an impact," he said.

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