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…
I’m 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?
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.
What’s the deal with visas after Brexit?
The European Commission has said that UK travellers won’t need a visa to visit the European Union, as long as EU visitors don’t need to apply for a visa when they come to the UK. From 2021, there’s a chance you’ll need to pay of fee of seven euros to enter the EU.
Might I need to take more spending money 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 still be able to use my current passport and European Health Insurance Card?
Your UK passport will still be valid. If you’re travelling to the EU after the 29th March 2019 and your passport is due to expire within six months of your date of arrival, it’s recommended that you apply to renew your passport before you travel. 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.
