Tips for Buying Travel Services Print E-mail

Have Fund, Will Travel

We hope your holiday is everything you want it to be. Here are a few steps to ensure you have a smooth journey.

  • Look before you book: Use a BC Licensed Travel Agent.  Click here to see if your agent is licensed.
  • Look beyone the price tag and glossy brohures to get services you can count on.
  • Check the fine print for all the terms and conditions of any package.
  • Know your cancellation rights and refund policies.
  • Request a copy of your travel services contract and keep all receipts.
  • Review all documentation and check with your travel provider prior to your departure for any changes.
  • Consider your travel insurance needs and find out what is already covered through your house insurance or credit card benefits.
  • Be aware of the needed documentation required for travel.
  • Get any necessary vaccinations.
  • Remember, if an offer is too good to be true, it probably is.

Don't forget to have fun! Familiarizing yourself with your rights and resposibilities before you travel can help you avoid losses due to unforeseen circumstances. And remember, if you book with a licensed BC travel agent and do not receive your contracted travel services, you may be eligible for compensation from the BC Travel Assurance Fund.

***Click here to visit the Travel Assurance Fund information page***