calamiteitenfonds.nl

Calamiteitenfonds runs a guarantee scheme for travelers whose package trip is disrupted by a calamity, defined as an abnormal event caused by civil unrest (molest) or a natural disaster. If a member travel company has to adjust the trip, the fund covers the necessary extra costs. If the trip is halted or the traveler must return home early, part of the trip price is refunded through the travel company.

The guarantee applies to package trips booked with member travel companies, which work under ANVR travel conditions. It also covers trips with own transport and land or water trips with accommodation, as well as loose bus trips without accommodation. The guarantee costs €2.50 per booking, for up to 9 persons per booking. Loose flight tickets are not covered. An independent Calamiteitencommissie assesses whether a calamity applies, taking government travel advisories, travel company information and news reports into account.

The website states 25 years of experience, more than 100,000 travelers helped, 18 million paid out to travelers and 2.5 million bookings per year. It publishes calamity updates for affected destinations.

Product: Travel guarantee for package trips booked with member travel companies, covering extra costs and partial trip refunds after a calamity, at €2.50 per booking.