What are the features of a package holiday?

What are the features of a package holiday?

In its simplest form, a package holiday includes both your transport and accommodation. It can also include elements such as car hire, board (eg breakfast only, half-board or all-inclusive), transfers, checked luggage and tourist activities. An all-inclusive package deal is a great option for those looking for a stress-free holiday.

What happens if I book a package holiday?

When thinking about the type of holiday to book, it’s important to remember that package deals are covered by the ATOL scheme, which gives you financial protection should anything go wrong. This means if any of the travel companies you have booked with were to go bust, you wouldn’t lose a penny and wouldn’t be left stranded abroad.

How long do you have to refund a package holiday operator?

After Brian reminded Riviera of its legal obligations, it offered to refund him within five working days. We told Brian that package holidays are governed by the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018, which says that if a tour operator cancels a holiday due to extraordinary circumstances, it must refund you within 14 days.

Which is the best package holiday to book?

An all-inclusive package deal is a great option for those looking for a stress-free holiday. With all your meals and drinks usually included in the price (although check the terms of conditions of the holiday you are booking), budgeting is made a lot easier as you can relax, safe in the knowledge that all the essentials are taken care of.

Where can I buy a customised holiday package?

Customised packages (sometimes called dynamic packages) is where you choose the different parts of your holiday – therefore, it is not a ready-made holiday. You buy the customised package online through a website, or offline from a travel agent or call centre. All the parts you buy must relate to the same trip or holiday.

What is the definition of a package holiday?

The definition of a package holiday expanded in July 2018 to include tailor-made trips if all the services were paid for together. If you make your booking like this, you will be protected in the same way as if you booked a traditional package holiday.

Do you have rights when booking a package holiday?

Since 2019, you have new and improved rights and flexibility when you book a package holiday or book using linked travel arrangements. These rights and flexibility are due to the increasing use of internet booking. The rights you have differ depending on whether you: Booked a package holiday (ready-made or a customised package) or

How to check what type of holiday you have booked?

To check what type of holiday you have booked, read the information you got before you booked or call your travel organiser. Since 2019, you have new and improved rights and flexibility when you book a package holiday or book using linked travel arrangements.