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When confronted with a cancellation or delay of a flight, it is up to the passenger to contact the airline and claim their rights in accordance with the EC Regulation 261/2004. The airlines and consumer organizations, such as Which?, are stimulating passengers to claim directly with the airlines and not claims companies to avoid no-win no-fee costs. Whilst we understand their appeal, we know from our own experience that receiving your compensation is not always possible without the legal aid and experience of EUclaim. Covering these high legal costs yourself can become quite expensive even.

In other words: What are the potential costs if you have to enforce your rights yourself?

At EUclaim we come across cases all the time where passengers are not entitled to compensation for a long flight delay or cancellation because they accepted vouchers from the airline. When you accept vouchers you are waiving your rights to the legal compensation as obliged under EU Regulation 261/2004. We’d like to explain why it is better to refuse vouchers offered as a substitute of financial compensation.

Although the summer of 2017 was mostly defined by fun in the sun for British holidaymakers, there were also plenty of delayed flights that caused air passengers to wait for hours. On the upside, long delays often result in a nice amount of compensation as stated in EU Regulation 261/2004. EUclaim has listed the most delayed international routes of the summer of 2017.

You are waiting packed and ready at the airport to check in for your flight, all ready to go, when the unthinkable happens. Your flight is cancelled. What now? EUclaim will explain your rights as a passenger when you flight is cancelled and what your entitlements are. This way you can enjoy your holiday and you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Delayed flights are never fun. Whether you have to entertain your tired and hungry children, miss an important meeting or precious holiday moments, at EUclaim we know that every moment counts! If your flight is delayed, you have rights as a passenger under EU regulation 261/2004. Below is an overview of your entitlements when your flight is delayed.

Every day many pilots and crew fly across the world getting passengers from A to B. Working for long hours in a tight uniform isn’t much fun. Thankfully the uniforms of cabin crew and pilots have become more comfortable and stylish over the years. From simple and traditional to modern and haute couture, we name below some of the most highly fashionable outfits you might run into on your next flight.

If you fly on a regular basis you might be acquainted with the occurrence of the plane suddenly dropping 20 meters or so, and the flight turning into a wild rollercoaster ride causing your stomach to lurch. This is called turbulence and unfortunately it can’t always be announced in time for you to return to your seat and fasten your seatbelt.

More and more soon- to- be parents choose for a ‘last’ relaxing holiday together before their little one is born. Otherwise known as a babymoon. And even though it seems divine to have a last ‘break’ before the end of your pregnancy, there are some things to take into account when choosing a babymoon.