NO, you should not travel with H1N1

YES, you can get the money back from your trip if you do cancel

I always recommend Cancellation Insurance to my clients, but with the H1N1 virus spreading so widely this year, it is especially important to protect yourself when you book non-refundable travel.   

There are 2 main options:

1. Cruise lines and tour operators usually offer their own coverage.  The benefit is that you can often cancel for any reason, but the refund is typically in the form of a future travel voucher.
2. Comprehensive coverage through RBC, offering a cash refund when you make a claim for a covered risk, which includes contracting H1N1.

Here is an excellent article explaining this issue in more detail.

I can help you sort out your options and set you up with the insurance package that is right for you!

Dream of having the beach to yourself?  Head to Mexico now! 

Canadian Foreign Affairs has lifted it’s travel warning for Mexico, and most Canadian tour operators are adding it back into their programs throughout the month of June.  It will take a while for the tourist traffic to reach the pre-H1N1 levels, so for the time being you will find incredible pricing and lots of elbow room!  The virus has barely affected the tourist regions and many areas have reported zero cases. 

This is a GREAT opportunity to take that trip you thought you couldn’t afford, or to try out a higher level of accommodation that you are used to.  Contact me for recommendations and to book your getaway.  I spent a week on the Mayan Riviera recently, and my pricing is the same or better than on-line.  Travelonly also has it’s own booking engine, featuring the best pricing available.