What to do if your planned holiday destination is affected by wildfires
Summary
Wildfires have affected popular holiday destinations in parts of Europe, including Greece and Turkey. People planning trips to these areas might face travel disruptions or cancellations due to these fires. Travelers should check with their airlines, hotels, and insurance providers for options if they decide not to travel.Key Facts
- Wildfires have occurred in countries like Greece, Turkey, France, and the Balkans.
- Temperatures have soared, with 50.5°C recorded in Turkey and 44°C in Athens and Cyprus.
- The Foreign Office currently states it's safe to travel to these affected areas.
- Travelers may need special travel insurance to claim cancellations not covered by standard policies.
- Insurance policies often require official advice not to travel to claim cancellations.
- Major airlines like Jet2 and Tui canceled some flights due to wildfires, while others like Ryanair continued.
- The total area burned by wildfires in Europe this year has increased by 13% compared to last year.
- Tourists in areas like Crete have been evacuated due to the fires.
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