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.