29/11/2022
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๏ธAs we come into the busy period for booking holidays I wanted to share some of ๐๐๐๐'๐ฌ top advice!โ
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Package holidays are one of the most popular ways to book an overseas holiday and, given the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, are becoming even more popular as they offer holidaymakers the highest level of protection and peace of mind. So, what is a package holiday and why should you book one?
Any type of holiday โ such as a city break, a beach holiday, a ski trip or even backpacking around the world โ can be a package holiday. While packages can be โready-madeโ by the travel company they can also be โtailor-madeโ to suit each customerโs preferences and budget.
The definition of a โpackage holidayโ is simply that a travel company has put at least two parts of your trip together for you, such as your flights, accommodation, car hire or tickets to a local attraction.
Booking a package holiday offers a range of benefits to holidaymakers, including legal and financial protection under the Package Travel and Linked Travel Regulations, great value for money, and the convenience of having someone else plan your holiday for you.
Whether you choose to book a package direct with a tour operator or indirectly through a travel agent โ which gives you the chance to compare holidays from a range of companies โ you will be able to enjoy the many benefits that come with booking this style of travel. On top of all of the usual benefits of booking a package holiday, many of our Members are also offering additional flexible cancellation and rebooking policies, so itโs worth finding out what your options are.
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๐ดYou have the right to a replacement holiday, if available, or the right to a refund if your holiday is significantly altered by a change in the situation at your destination.
๐ดYouโll be looked after if something goes wrong, for example, if your flight is cancelled, your travel company will either need to re-arrange your flight for you or offer you a refund for your whole package.
๐ดYour tour operator protects your money if you booked a package holiday and they subsequently go out of business (financially fail). If youโre yet to travel, you can make a claim for a refund for your package holiday. If youโre already on holiday and your package includes return transport, the cost of getting to your return destination will be covered and you may also claim to be reimbursed for the parts of the package that can no longer be provided.
๐ดItโs a convenient, hassle-free and time-saving way to plan and book a holiday as your travel company will do all the work to find the best holiday to suit you โ down to your specific requirements such as hiring a car, arranging transfers or booking excursions.
๐ดYour holiday is arranged by one company, so youโll receive all your essential information from them and theyโll be the only company you need to get in touch with if you need to make any changes before you go or require assistance while youโre away.
๐ดYou get good value for money โ they are often cheaper than booking all the elements independently, as travel companies have access to discounts that are then passed on to you. In many cases, package deals can be exclusive to the travel company youโre booking with, so you wonโt actually be able to book them anywhere else.
๐ดYou get the holiday you paid for as the details of what youโre booking must be clear, accurate and delivered to you as described. For example, if your hotel is not up to the standard you were promised, then your travel company will need to find you a suitable alternative or make the necessary refunds.
โ๏ธSometimes people just look online and go for the cheapest deal forgetting all the important bits as mentioned!
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๏ธIf you want free advice and benefits then give me a shout!
โ ๏ธIf you want the cheapest deal and happy to take a risk please don't contact me for advice when it goes wrong or you need help! You must contact the company you booked with โ ๏ธ
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