Revised Directive for Traveler Protection
December 8, 2025
The Council and the European Parliament have reached an agreement to revise the directive on organized travel to better protect travelers. This legislation clarifies cancellation terms and travelers' rights to information and refunds in cases of organizer bankruptcy. Member states will have 28 months to adapt to the new rules, plus an additional 6 months to implement them. Travelers will be able to cancel without penalty in exceptional circumstances. However, an official travel warning alone will not suffice for a refund after a trip cancellation.