FPL11043 – Travel Tips from a Travel Lawyer

The Coronavirus has dramatically impacted the travel industry, which is the largest industry in Florida. The cruise, airline, and other suppliers canceled or significantly changed your travel plans. This lecture will address what rights you have concerning these issues. It will also include a discussion of travel insurance, whether it is worthwhile, how to comparison shop rates, and how the pre-existing condition clause can impact insurance coverage. Consumer tips to protect the traveler when purchasing travel, including buying two one-way tickets instead of a roundtrip ticket in domestic air transportation, booking directly with a hotel website rather than through a third party, and related issues will be discussed.