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ADVICE ON HOLIDAYS AFTER BREXIT - HERE'S WHAT BREXIT WILL MEAN FOR YOUR NEXT BREAK ABROAD

Thinking about your next trip and how it could be affected by Brexit? While it’s still not confirmed what will happen, you don’t need to worry about your First Choice holiday. Here’s why…

Should I be worried about my holiday while a Brexit plan is still undecided

Despite the ever-changing Brexit discussions, we know that flights taking off in the UK will still be permitted to fly within the European Union’s airspace, even if a deal isn’t reached – that’s been confirmed by the European Commission. This means Brexit shouldn’t have any effect on your flight. It’s not changing our plans here at First Choice HQ, either – we’re still operating all of our holidays as normal. So, whether you fancy a fly-and-flop to Spain’s sunny shores or a far-flung escape to tropical Thailand, your holiday will still go ahead when you book with First Choice.

Could my flight or holiday be cancelled because of Brexit?

Even if we have a no-deal Brexit, flights between the UK and the EU will still take place as normal. Even when a deal is decided, nothing will happen overnight – we’ll go into a period of transition for two years, up until late 2020.

There’s no reason to suspect that your holiday won’t be able to take place after Brexit. When you book a package holiday – which means you pay a single price for your travel and accommodation – you’re protected by the Package Travel Regulations. This means that in the unlikely event of us not being able to provide your holiday, you’ll get a full refund.

Will I need to take more spending money on holiday after Brexit?

It’s difficult to predict what Brexit will mean for buying foreign currency. If you’re worried about fluctuating exchange rates, you could book an All Inclusive holiday where the majority of your holiday is paid for upfront. All First Choice holidays are All Inclusive, meaning flights, luggage, hotels, meals and local drinks are included as standard. There are lots of hotels that go one step further, too, by also throwing the likes of watersports and activities into the price.

Will I need a visa to travel to the EU after Brexit?

On 4th April 2019 the European Parliament approved legal changes to ensure that UK citizens will not need a visa to travel to the EU for short stays after Brexit – even in the event of a no-deal exit. ABTA is also providing advice to travellers about visiting the EU after Brexit, with the latest information available at: abta.com/Brexit.

Will I still be able to use my current passport and European Health Insurance Card?

You may need to renew your British passport earlier if you’re travelling from 1 January 2021. On the day you travel, you'll need your passport to have at least 6 months left and be less than 10 years old- even if it has 6 months or more left. You can check for the latest information on the government's website.

You won’t be able to use your UK-registered European Health Insurance Card if we have a no-deal Brexit. It’s a good idea to take out full travel insurance any time you travel. We offer travel insurance via AXA, but you can of course take out insurance with another provider.

What is the post-Brexit situation regarding driving licences and International Driving Permits?

If you have a full UK driving licence you don’t currently need an additional licence to drive in the EU. This is likely to change in a no-deal scenario and UK travellers looking to drive in the EU on or after 31st January 2020 may need to apply for the relevant International Driving Permit which is available directly from the Post Office. Please note which permit is required for each country you intend to drive within, as you may need more than one permit to comply with the law. The Government is also advising that you will need a GB sticker for your car. For Full information visit gov.uk/euexit and the ABTA website.

 
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    See gov.uk/travelaware and follow @FCDOtravelGovUK on Twitter and Facebook.com/FCDOtravel - for the latest general FCDO travel advice, including coronavirus travel guidance, security and local laws, and passport and visa information.

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All the flight-inclusive holidays on this website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other services) is listed on it. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Some of the flights on this website are also financially protected by the ATOL scheme, but ATOL protection does not apply to all flights. This website will provide you with information on the protection that applies in the case of each flight before you make your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.caa.co.uk. ATOL protection does not apply to the other holiday and travel services listed on this website.