Why can't travel booking companies manage holidays properly, and why is even a short getaway so expensive?

“Anyone else caught in the perpetual cycle of “I need a holiday —> oh that’s too expensive —> how about a weekend away —> holy f#ck how does two nights cost that much?!” 🔁”

“If anyone is taking legal action against Luxury Escapes travel company for hopelessly mismanaging their holiday bookings, please private message me.”