Consumers should receive compensation for hotel changes
November 1st, 2009 admin
About a month ago I launched the ‘Ask Mr Rants’ feature and what a response from consumers. I am starting to notice a few common issues and I want to highlight one of them. For many consumers choosing the right accommodation is important, no matter if it’s a hotel, ski chalet or apartment. Website error so holiday cancelled Most of us spend a lot of time reading reviews and researching the location before booking so it must be incredibly frustrating when after you have booked, the tour operator or travel agency move you in to …
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The ‘Ask Mr Rants’ is proving to be useful for consumers. Every month I will be writing about the types of travel issues sent from consumers. Then, hopefully consumers can learn from other’s experiences and the industry, if it wants to really improve the consumer experience, can add their input. Here’s a selection of travel issues sent...
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Flights to and from all UK airports will commence from tonight, unless, the weather changes; over 150,000 people can start to return home. Everyone is celebrating, sure it’s great news, but the battle will now be on for consumers who want to claim back costs from their extended or cancelled holiday. Stranded and cancelled holiday refunds Michael...
Over the last month I have received a number of emails from consumers who have had their flight schedule changed or cancelled, which has messed up their travel plans. This seems to have a bigger impact for consumers who have booked their own flight and hotel or accommodation. Here are some examples from consumers who have contacted me. Additional...
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