“Escape plan” if tourists are stranded abroad due to flight delay/cancellation

“Escape plan” – Situational solutions for those who flight postponed/cancelled

Especially in the UK, many airports such as Manchester, Bristol … almost often have to witness chaos with long queues of “dragon snakes”. While many airlines, due to the crisis of staff shortage, have to constantly delay/cancel flights, increasing the number of passengers disrupting or delaying travel journeys.

Flight delay/cancellation makes travelers very worried and frustrated. (Image: Getty)

Many other airports in Europe are in a similar situation, the latest being at Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Majorca (Spain). So what happens if travelers are delayed or even stuck abroad because of flight delays/cancellations?

In an article published in the Mirror newspaper on May 31, author Julie Delahaye noted: The good news is that travelers are insured while in Europe. Airlines and travel agencies will be able to help travelers find solutions. So even though it’s stressful, don’t panic, as there are steps to take to minimize stress:

“Escape plan” – Contact your travel insurance provider

This should be done as soon as possible. When the airline cancels flight visitors, you have the right to either a refund, rebook an alternative flight or receive a Voucher (gift voucher, coupon). Of course while on the way home, rebooking an alternative flight is the preferred option.

Flight delays/cancellations are always stressful, but that doesn’t mean travelers can’t get home. (Photo: PA)

In this case, the airline needs to find you another flight as soon as possible after your flight is cancelled. This flight can also be with another airline if needed, or a day later if that suits you.

Travelers are entitled to care and support, such as food vouchers or accommodation if the delay requires an overnight stay. But sometimes airlines are in a situation where they can’t provide assistance, so pay yourself first and keep all receipts for any food, drinks or hotel rooms. (within a reasonable spending limit), to be able to claim a refund later.

A female passenger is tired of waiting for a long flight at the airport. (Image: Getty)

Contact your travel insurance provider as soon as possible, so you know what your policy covers. Travelers also need to double-check what’s covered, so they don’t have to suffer any more nasty surprises.

For example, on a travel interruption insurance policy, how will travelers be compensated (which can include both flights and accommodation) if your trip is interrupted or delayed. If the worst-case scenario happens and you need to stay abroad for a few more nights, keep all bills for accommodation and transportation…

Female tourist Glenda Powell, from Bristol, England posted on social media on the evening of May 29 a picture of her 6-year-old daughter Freya crying from exhaustion. The baby’s family was stuck on holiday in Cyprus but could not return to the UK, because TUI airline canceled their flight twice. (Photo: SWNS)

“Escape plan” – contact the tour operator

If the airline cancels your flight but then can’t rebook you for another flight, talk to the tour operator so they can help you find an alternative.

For some delays, travelers have the right to claim compensation

Another “escape plan” is that travelers need to find out about their right to refunds and compensation for delayed flights, depending on how long the delay is and the length/time of the flight. how to fly.

Being stuck in a foreign country can be stressful, but don’t panic. (Photo: AP)

Normally according to the British Civil Aviation Authority, travelers have the right to claim compensation in the following cases: For short-haul flights under 1,500km – compensation of £ 220 if waiting more than 2 hours; average flight 1,500-3,500km is £330 if waiting more than 3 hours; Long-haul flights over 3,500km are £260 for less than four hours and £520 for more than four hours.