How to Have a Hurricane-Proof Vacation
Airline policies in the case of a hurricane vary quite a bit, so make sure to do some research before you book your flight to the tropics. American Airlines, for example, has a policy that lets travelers change flight plans without penalty if they rebook before their first scheduled flight and begin their trip within seven days of their original travel date.
Caribbean Airlines, meanwhile, waives flight-change fees if flights are grounded because of a hurricane. The carrier urges travelers concerned about weather to buy refundable, rather than nonrefundable fares; though these are more expensive, they’re also more secure.
In the case of a hurricane, a buyer of a nonrefundable fare will be able to apply the value of his ticket toward a future ticket, with travel required within a year, while a buyer of a refundable ticket will get a full refund.
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