13 Travel Mistakes That Could Lead to Unexpected Paydays
Travel mishaps happen; some travel mistakes are annoying but some are much worse. In fact, some travel blunders can turn into unexpected financial gains if you learn how to deal with them. These “mistakes” might just be a surprise payday, from overbooked flights to lost luggage.
No one goes on vacation to run into problems, but being aware of possibilities when things go wrong can pay off. Read on for some common travel mistakes that can become cash, vouchers, or other valuable perks.
Overbooked Flights
For example, airlines overbook flights and if you’re willing to give up your seat and they have nowhere to put you, you should walk away with a nice compensation package. Bumping to a later flight can sometimes be the best part of your journey, from cash to travel vouchers.
Lost or Delayed Luggage
No one wants their bags to go missing, but airlines are required to compensate you for the inconvenience. If your luggage is lost or even delayed for an extended period of time, you may be eligible for a reimbursement.
Flight Delays
Flight delays are frustrating, but in most circumstances, airlines must pay passengers after some amount of waiting time. You could get cash, vouchers, or meals and accommodation depending on where you’re flying.
Rental Car Upgrades
Rental car companies will often run out of economy cars. They will also often upgrade you to a better model if they don’t have the vehicle you booked. It’s this little inconvenience that could land you in a luxury ride for free.
Credit Card Travel Perks
If you’re using a travel credit card, you may be entitled to compensation you didn’t even know about. Some credit cards offer trip insurance or even cover the expense of things like lost baggage or delays, so checking your card’s benefits could end up paying out in ways you didn’t expect.
Missed Connections
Had a connecting flight that you missed because of delays? If they’re to blame for the disruption, airlines will often compensate you. Cash, a hotel stay, even a meal voucher — anything that could make the wait a little bit easier.
Denied Entry or Visa Issues
Getting denied entry to a country, or having to deal with visa problems is a nightmare, but sometimes there can be compensation for travel disruptions. If you have a trip arranged with a certain airline or tour operator, they may be able to refund or offer you other arrangements, if your trip gets derailed by such issues.
Cancellations Due to Weather
Weather can cause your trip to get canceled, so if your trip is canceled due to weather, it’s worth checking your travel insurance or airline policy. Most pay for weather-related disruptions, meaning your flight, but also accommodations and other travel expenses.
Hotel Overbooking
Hotels can overbook rooms just like flights. If this occurs, you may even be offered a free upgrade to a more expensive hotel, a night’s stay there, or even cash or a future booking.
Insurance for Canceled Trips
According to Travel Observations, travel insurance is a good safety net because things can go wrong. Many insurance plans will cover not only your flight but also your pre paid activities and accommodations should you need to cancel your trip for a valid reason.
Overbooked Cruises
Cruise lines also over book and passengers that volunteer to switch dates can get quite a bit of money for their trouble — regardless of whether the date change was due to a recent hurricane. It may just mean that you miss your original cruise, and end up with an even better vacation.
Baggage Damage
If your luggage breaks on the road, don’t just shrug it off. The condition of your bags is the airlines’ responsibility and they’ll often make you whole for repairs or replacements. It’s an easy way to get cash for a bad situation.
Travel Agencies’ Unfulfilled Promises
You didn’t get the tour or hotel room you were promised? There are many travel agencies that have policies that if they do not meet their commitments, they will be compensated. Refunds, or upgrades and discounts on future trips may be the result.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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