Counselor: This way you can save money when travelling and get what you deserve.
If you are planning a trip, you can save a lot of money if you follow important tips when planning. If something goes wrong, it can quickly become unpleasant. The Aviation.Direct guides will help you to protect yourself from cost traps and give you valuable advice and contacts on how to get your money.
Airlines must refund the so-called taxes and fees if the trip is not taken or cancelled, even if these are not explicitly stated on the booking confirmation. This was decided by the German Federal Court of Justice following a lawsuit against Ryanair. Some low-cost airlines, including Ryanair, Easyjet
In many countries, renting a car is a popular way to explore the region on your own. However, for travelers from different countries, the national driving license is not always sufficient to rent a vehicle and drive abroad. In some countries, an international driving license is also required.
A well-deserved holiday should be the perfect opportunity to switch off and unwind. Unfortunately, it happens again and again that package holidays do not go as expected and are afflicted with unpleasant travel defects. Be it a dirty hotel room, inadequate service, defective facilities or other unpleasant surprises. Fortunately,
The credit card was by far the most frequently used payment method by Austrians when booking this year's summer vacation. Austria's largest tariff comparison portal, Durchblicker, surveyed 1.250 households in July about their payment habits and credit card knowledge. According to the survey, 57 percent paid for flights, accommodation and rental cars with a credit card. One of the main reasons
In recent years, air travel has changed significantly, and air travel has been cancelled more frequently due to uncertainty and restrictions. Passengers who have a non-cancellable flight ticket are often faced with the question of whether and how they can get their taxes and fees back if they are unable to take the flight. The pure
The international aviation industry is characterized by complex regulations and agreements designed to ensure the smooth functioning of global air traffic. Three of the most important aviation agreements are the Warsaw Convention of 1929, the Montreal Convention of 1999 and the Cape Town Convention of 2010. These agreements not only affect the rights
Every holidaymaker looks forward to a carefree trip, but sometimes unforeseen events such as flight cancellations, delays or natural disasters such as forest fires can spoil the holiday. In such situations, tour operators have a special responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of their customers. But what exactly are the obligations of tour operators when the
Many summer holidays end with a nasty surprise – return flights or train journeys are cancelled (or are extremely delayed) and those affected are stranded abroad through no fault of their own. Currently, for example, the heat and the persistent drought are causing forest fires in southern Europe. Due to the exceptional situation,
Unfortunately, summer bathing fun is not always safe: Reports of serious accidents are currently piling up again - the emergency medical helicopters of the ÖAMTC air rescue service alone have had to fly around 1 missions following drowning emergencies since April 2023, 50. However, a few simple rules of conduct and precautions can drastically reduce the risk of a bathing accident. If the worst happens,
A well-stocked first aid kit is an important part of a summer holiday by the sea, especially if you are travelling with children, allergy sufferers or diabetics. Proper preparation can help to deal with any health problems that may arise during the trip. Below we will look at what should be included in such a first aid kit and special recommendations for children,
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