If you’re planning on traveling to the Caribbean or United States East Coast, Gulf Coast, Pacific Coast or Hawaii, it’s best to keep informed of what is happening weather-wise in those regions.
Some great sites for information are the Weather Channel and National Hurricane Center sites:
Weather Channel Hurricane Update – CLICK HERE!
National Hurricane Center – CLICK HERE!
Please note that most cruise lines will alter their itineraries to avoid hurricanes. For example, if you are booked on an Eastern Caribbean cruise and St. Thomas is in a hurricane’s sights, your cruise line may alter the cruise to a Western Caribbean itinerary.
Tour operators are making travel planning easier at this time of year and are offering insurance where you can cancel for any reason. If you take this insurance and feel uncomfortable about traveling, you can just cancel and get a refund!
Keep in mind however, if it’s the airline, cruise line, tour operator, resort, etc. that does the canceling; they typically will offer you some options. Some examples of options are that they will offer to change your travel dates without penalty, change the destination or receive a refund. As every hurricane is different, your options may be different as well.
A little knowledge and planning prior to your vacation can go a long way. If you need to change your plans, rebook them or if you’re stranded in an airport somewhere, your travel agent is your advocate and can help you. If you book your own travel, you are on your own!
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