A lesson learned about ferry bookings

Norfolk Hawker replied on 25/02/2024 12:25

Norfolk Hawker

Posted on 25/02/2024 12:25

Last year we planned our September trip to France very early in the year and booked the crossing through the club at that time. Fortunately for my wife her cataract appointment came along just before we were due to go, and postponement was not an option as her eyesight was below DVLC standards. Unfortunately for us although we could change dates the fact that we had booked early meant we could only do this for dates within 12 months of the date we booked. Recovery time after the 2 operation meant we could not have a worthwhile trip so lost the money.

i think we will book direct with the ferry company in future as they have options that give more flexibility, at a higher cost, but more leave of mind for us.

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hitchglitch replied on 29/02/2024 17:02

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hitchglitch

Motorhomer

Posted on 25/02/2024 12:25 by Norfolk Hawker

Last year we planned our September trip to France very early in the year and booked the crossing through the club at that time. Fortunately for my wife her cataract appointment came along just before we were due to go, and postponement was not an option as her eyesight was below DVLC standards. Unfortunately for us although we could change dates the fact that we had booked early meant we could only do this for dates within 12 months of the date we booked. Recovery time after the 2 operation meant we could not have a worthwhile trip so lost the money.

i think we will book direct with the ferry company in future as they have options that give more flexibility, at a higher cost, but more leave of mind for us.

Posted on 29/02/2024 17:02

We always use the Tunnel and invariably change the return date when away. Easy to do on their website and not so easy with the club. Never found any price difference.

allanandjean replied on 01/03/2024 08:16

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allanandjean

Caravanner

Posted on 25/02/2024 12:25 by Norfolk Hawker

Last year we planned our September trip to France very early in the year and booked the crossing through the club at that time. Fortunately for my wife her cataract appointment came along just before we were due to go, and postponement was not an option as her eyesight was below DVLC standards. Unfortunately for us although we could change dates the fact that we had booked early meant we could only do this for dates within 12 months of the date we booked. Recovery time after the 2 operation meant we could not have a worthwhile trip so lost the money.

i think we will book direct with the ferry company in future as they have options that give more flexibility, at a higher cost, but more leave of mind for us.

Posted on 01/03/2024 08:16

Hi NH, I have booked my last few crossings-after much checking and re checking-direct with BF using a kindly provided Club Voyage code.

The CV member is happy for this code to be used by others and I often see requests to that effect on other forums.