However one of the most stressful things about flying is flight delays or cancellations. Although most flights actually depart according to schedule, delays and cancellations are not uncommon and can cause monumental levels of stress to those who suffer. Nevertheless flight delay compensation is now available should this scenario ever happen to you and different companies such as Flightright are there to help you claim for your losses, not time but at least the monetary part.
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Compensation Continued
Under EU rule 261/2004, every passenger is entitled to an amount between £90 and £430 of compensation, should your flight be cancelled or delayed. The amount of compensation depends on the distance of flight. Passengers are eligible to make these claims for free as part of their extended passenger rights as EU regulated airlines are now bound by international law to offer these compensatory payments.Flight cancellations and delays can occur for numerous reasons, including security precautions, technical issues and staff problems, all of which warrant some form of compensation. Unfortunately extreme weather conditions are regarded as extraordinary circumstances out of human control and are therefore not covered in any compensation criteria. Usually if flight delays last for over three hours, you will be entitled to compensation. If the flight is cancelled, you will be entitled to compensation if they have not been informed at least a fortnight in advance.
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Rules and Regulations
Since this law has been introduced, more than 350,000 flight delay reclaiming letters have been downloaded from MoneySavingExpert alone. Not everyone has been managed to retrieve compensation and various airlines in fact tried to block claims for flights that were more than two years old, however 2014 court rulings have since undermined this.If you are interested in making a claim for flight compensation, you will not even be required to contact the airline yourself. By signing a power of attorney agreement with Flightright for example (and sometimes providing them with your booking confirmation), you will be giving the company the authority to forward proceedings. Once the airline has paid the compensation directly to Flightright, it will be immediately be forwarded to you, minus a small percentage for commission and VAT. Hence, you get your money back and as well as the time you would have invested in handling it yourself.
So why still hesitant to travel to Europe? Don’t know which destinations to choose? Here are beautiful ideas for you:
15 Of The Beautiful English Countryside Destinations
There is nothing quite like exploring the English countryside for its amazing rural escapes, which are alluring with dramatic dales, patchwork hills, winding country roads and ancient woodlands. These English countryside destinations are for all seasons whether you are going for a stroll beside lovely rivers in the summer, or to explore the daffodil valleys during the spring, and maybe, catch fun in the bluebell-drenched woodlands in May or travel back in time to see the ancient stone circles in Lake District.If you are planning to visit Britain any time soon, here are 15 of the beautiful English countryside destinations for you to explore. You can enjoy everything that each of these gorgeous countryside destinations has to offer you.
1. Cheshire
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A lot of visitors who are coming to Cheshire have two things in mind, grinning cats and cheese. Do you know that this was James Bond’s star, Daniel Craig’s birthplace? The serene gardens here are delightful and blend perfectly with the sublime collection of stately homes. Come to Cheshire and explore its sweeping vistas, cosy country inns and ‘The Castle on the Rock’ – Beeston Castle and Woodland Park that are set on a hill in this countryside.2. Essex
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Essex is speckled with inspiring villages, picturesque towns and rolling landscapes. There are a lot of country parks, spectacular gardens and over 3,500 miles of byways and public rights of way. This place is perfect for walking and cycling.3. Dorset
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It is not only Bronte Country that got flair of writing, come to Dorset which was the world of famous Thomas Hardy’s make-believe world. A large portion of this countryside has been designated as an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is also where about 5% of England’s protected ancient monuments are located. Great landmarks in Dorset include the Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Cerne Abbas Giant, and the hill forts such as Maiden Castle.4. East Yorkshire
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This part of England has a lot of chalk streams, hidden valleys, miles of quiet countryside and bustling market towns. Wake up in this unspoilt countryside and search that rabbit that got Lewis Carroll inspired to write Alice in Wonderland at St Mary.5. Bronte Country
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This is one of the most beautiful places in Britain especially Haworth, which attracts thousands of Emily Bronte’s fans to see where some of her novels were set. If you are not a book fan, then the ruined farmhouse and Haworth Moor can be a place for you to be.6. Hampshire
You must be wondering why a lot of famous writers come to some of the countryside destinations in England to write. A place like Hampshire would prove that it is one place where you can come and think creatively. Pride And Prejudice came alive because Jane Austen spent more of her life here. There are a lot of hidden treasures for you to discover.
7. Kenmore, Perthshire
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Think of a destination in England with a gaggle of whitewashed homes that are scattered around a river Kenmore in Perthshire will come to your mind. This beautiful place has its special lochside beach that is great for fishing or sailing.8. South Cambridgeshire
It is here you would see some of the rarest birds in England. Just come here in the evening and watch the dragonflies come to bed and the barn owls hunt while you take a romantic walk down the rural roads as twilight meets the night.
9. Lancashire
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The Blackpool is Lancashire’s best seaside resort that attracts hundreds to the countryside. Lancashire boasts great destinations such Arnside and Silverdale and the Forest of Bowland in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is in the heart of Lancashire. There are a lot of halls, country inns, castles, boutique B&B, relaxing spas, and walking festivals.10. Hadrian’s Wall Country
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Whether you are searching for a bistro or a tearoom, Hadrian’s Wall Country has it all for you. A visit to Roman Army Museum when you come here would transport you back to the ancient with lots of artefacts and pictures. The village at Vindolanda and the Roman castle are some of the lovely destinations for you to visit when you are in Hadrian’s Wall Country.11. Cornwall
Cornwall is an iconic English countryside, well-known for its seaside scenery, wild upland landscapes, serene beaches and a wide variety of water activities. If you love nature, you should enjoy nature walks around the countryside and explore the wide-ranging options it offers.
12. Lake District
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The Lake District is renowned for its natural beauty, unruffled landscapes, fascinating mountains and beautiful lakes. Some popular towns and villages in Lake District are Ambleside, Keswick, Kendal and many others. Lake District offers a wide variety of outdoor activities.13. Cotswolds
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Cotswolds is truly a place to go when you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and experience the simple pleasures of the English countryside. Designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cotswolds offers truly picturesque countryside, from rolling hills, bustling market towns and wildlife parks to peaceful stunning town and villages. If you enjoy walking, there are endless walking routes in Cotswolds, you will definitely have fun.14. Oxfordshire
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The perfect place to make a rural escape is Oxfordshire. There are a lot of places that you would love here such as the Henley on Thames, Wallingford, Ashbury, Abingdon, Burford, Bampton and Woodstock. Visit the Le Manoir aux Quat’saisons for a treat specially created by chef Raymond Blanc.15. Yorkshire Dales
In fact, pick your boots and head to Yorkshire Dales, an ideal destination for sightseeing, walking, biking or cycling. Yorkshire Dales offers plenty of exciting activities to indulge in and places to explore. You will see beautiful small villages, river valleys, superb landscapes, undulating hills, Roman relics and rocky backdrop in the countryside.
