What if I have to cancel my holiday due to illness?
What if I have to cancel my holiday due to illness? Cancelling a holiday due to illness You might be able to get a partial refund if you pay a cancellation fee. If your insurance specifically includes cancellation cover, you should be okay to claim, but there might be some obstacles.
Is it better to cancel a flight or miss it?
If you know you can't make a scheduled flight, it's better to cancel your flight rather than be a no-show. If you cancel, you might receive a partial or whole credit for the fare purchased, to be applied to a future flight.
What are valid reasons to cancel a flight and get a refund?
Covered reasons for Trip Cancellation
- Medical reasons (unforeseen ailment, injury or death in the family)
- Inclement weather or natural disasters (tropical storms, hurricanes, etc.)
- Terrorist attack (in or around where you're planning to visit)
- Financial default (of a carrier)
- Involuntary layoff or termination.