Cancel trip to Japan?
Mar 16th, 2011, 02:19 PM
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Depends where. In unaffected areas post is fine. I received a package sent from the states last thursday on Tuesday. I would not try to send anything to affected areas but others ok. Insure it or send it Fedex.
Mar 16th, 2011, 04:18 PM
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From an NRC press release:
Under the guidelines for public safety that would be used in the United States under similar circumstances, the NRC believes it is appropriate for U.S. residents within 50 miles of the Fukushima reactors to evacuate.
Under the guidelines for public safety that would be used in the United States under similar circumstances, the NRC believes it is appropriate for U.S. residents within 50 miles of the Fukushima reactors to evacuate.
Mar 16th, 2011, 04:42 PM
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The United waiver policy waives the change fees. So, dukkar, you are not entitled to a refund. Looks like you have until April 30 to make the change I would call and ask for a refund though. You could try to get a refund online.
If a flight is cancelled, or if there is a United-controlled delay of more than 2 hours, or if there is a schedule change of more than 2 hours then you can get a refund. There is also a policy for "involuntary refunds".
Might be a good idea for a person who wants a refund to wait and see if there is a 2+ hour schedule change or a flight cancellation.
http://www.united.com/page/article/0,6867,52939,00.html
If a flight is cancelled, or if there is a United-controlled delay of more than 2 hours, or if there is a schedule change of more than 2 hours then you can get a refund. There is also a policy for "involuntary refunds".
Might be a good idea for a person who wants a refund to wait and see if there is a 2+ hour schedule change or a flight cancellation.
http://www.united.com/page/article/0,6867,52939,00.html
Mar 16th, 2011, 05:07 PM
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I don't know about United but when I called AA they said I could get a voucher good for a year and it doesn't say that on the website - just that you can reschedule for free by May 10th...it can't hurt to call and beg....
Mar 16th, 2011, 06:22 PM
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http://ukinjapan.fco.gov.uk/en/news/...s&id=566799182
Interesting interview from the British Embassy in Tokyo - about the Fukushima nuclear plant....
Interesting interview from the British Embassy in Tokyo - about the Fukushima nuclear plant....
Mar 16th, 2011, 07:44 PM
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UA/CO are now allowing cancellation and refund of trips to Japan through 3/31. Doesn't include those just transiting to other destinations - for those cases, you're still allowed one free change, but not refund.
Mar 17th, 2011, 04:25 AM
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I'm currently in korea and people over here don't really see why not go to osaka and kyoto.
But even still, I CANCELLED. I'm in a bit of a situation now because my korean tourist visa is about to expire (28th) and i haven gotten the refund from my airline and hotels yet to book another flight somewhere else. but still better be safe than srry and not have loved ones worring. i wrote about it more in my blog....
http://nutball.weebly.com/japan.html
But even still, I CANCELLED. I'm in a bit of a situation now because my korean tourist visa is about to expire (28th) and i haven gotten the refund from my airline and hotels yet to book another flight somewhere else. but still better be safe than srry and not have loved ones worring. i wrote about it more in my blog....
http://nutball.weebly.com/japan.html
Mar 17th, 2011, 12:20 PM
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For those who don't have link, here's ....
http://www.japan-guide.com/news/0018.html
Also, as of last night, there was quite a disparity between what US was suggesting for any Americans in Japan vs. what Japanese govt was saying ..... specifically, US advising that all Americans should maintain at least a distance of 50 miles from nuclear plant site locations, whereas Japanese 20 kilometer range.
http://www.japan-guide.com/news/0018.html
Also, as of last night, there was quite a disparity between what US was suggesting for any Americans in Japan vs. what Japanese govt was saying ..... specifically, US advising that all Americans should maintain at least a distance of 50 miles from nuclear plant site locations, whereas Japanese 20 kilometer range.
Mar 17th, 2011, 08:00 PM
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Mara, AA is also offering a refund for flights from now to April 10, 2011.
Here's a link that I found:- http://www.aa.com/i18n/agency/Travel...arthquake1.jsp
Hope this helps.
Here's a link that I found:- http://www.aa.com/i18n/agency/Travel...arthquake1.jsp
Hope this helps.
Mar 18th, 2011, 06:45 AM
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I just checked the AA website - you can now rebook until 7/10 without a change fee.....of course, that doesn't mean there's a seat available in your fare zone or whatever they call it...but it's something.
Still haven't made my decision....
Still haven't made my decision....
Mar 18th, 2011, 07:42 AM
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Mara, there is a long thread on Flyer Talk about AA's policy on flights to/from NRT and HND. I will be connecting via NRT and I'm hoping that AA will have a policy that will allow me to make changes. I've been following that thread and got the link above from the thread, while the page maybe geared towards travel agents, somepeople have reported being able to get a refund from AA when cancelling their ticket. Here's a link to the thread it is fairly long:- http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...iversions.html
Obvioulsy, if you are going to cancel than a refund is much better than a credit voucher. I know it is a difficult decisssion, good luck.
Obvioulsy, if you are going to cancel than a refund is much better than a credit voucher. I know it is a difficult decisssion, good luck.
Mar 18th, 2011, 12:29 PM
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Really, they should be offering refunds. I got a refund from Tunisair (minus a 30 euro processing fee) when I canceled at the end of January, even though the situation was looking somewhat better then.
Mar 18th, 2011, 03:10 PM
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Thanks, RJames, for the link to flyertalk - I was thinking of checking them out but didn't get around to it - I have now read all 14 pages in that thread - evidently toward the end someone posted that the twitter and/or Facebook entries that full refunds to original form of payment were available have since been removed....
Mar 18th, 2011, 07:54 PM
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hi,
I know how you feel, I just cancel my trip to japan 2 days ago. This was my baby project (3 years in the making). My dream package tour was bought over 9 months ago for my 35th birthday. I'm from Canada. I don't even know if the insurance will give my back the money. Because I was going on april 16. They have many clauses, if the warning not to fly to Japan is removed withing 48 hours of the date to my departure, I will lose my money (over 3,500$). But I do not have the heart play the tourist when the coutry is stricken by desaster. I cannot see my self indulging. It just wrong, my heart goes to them. Well there was my little thought.
I know how you feel, I just cancel my trip to japan 2 days ago. This was my baby project (3 years in the making). My dream package tour was bought over 9 months ago for my 35th birthday. I'm from Canada. I don't even know if the insurance will give my back the money. Because I was going on april 16. They have many clauses, if the warning not to fly to Japan is removed withing 48 hours of the date to my departure, I will lose my money (over 3,500$). But I do not have the heart play the tourist when the coutry is stricken by desaster. I cannot see my self indulging. It just wrong, my heart goes to them. Well there was my little thought.
Mar 19th, 2011, 07:49 AM
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ev and others......please suffer my opinions and thoughts.....
First of all my heartfelt thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences go out to all of the Japanese people. I want to express as much support to their cause as I possibly can right now as you do
With that said I hope I don't offend most when I suggest you support and help by not canceling but altering your trip or your plans to include Japan and try to visit another "safe and convenient" portion of the country which would support them in spirit, body, mind,their pocket books and soul.
I realize that the question of radiation is still not clear and tourists especially with children should certainly pass.....but until we know (and it should be within two weeks) if the radiation problem will be tantamount then a great way of support is to carry on with your trip to the unaffected parts of Japan (which are many) and support the Japanese by spending your money there and not abandoning them in their time of greatest need because of the guilt we are feeling. Anyone who thinks they will be catching the Japanese at their worst will be in for a shock as you will get to witness first hand the fighting spirit which makes up their persona. You will not be getting in the way in the unaffected parts of the country and you will be shoulder to shoulder with the Japanese showing your support(with your tourist dollar) for them in person and experiencing first hand the reasons why a great society doesn't turn to looting and chaos in its time of need.
Those are a few of my thoughts of another way we can help the Japanese people. I hope I didn't offend anyone as I respect all of your opinions.
Aloha!
First of all my heartfelt thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences go out to all of the Japanese people. I want to express as much support to their cause as I possibly can right now as you do
With that said I hope I don't offend most when I suggest you support and help by not canceling but altering your trip or your plans to include Japan and try to visit another "safe and convenient" portion of the country which would support them in spirit, body, mind,their pocket books and soul.
I realize that the question of radiation is still not clear and tourists especially with children should certainly pass.....but until we know (and it should be within two weeks) if the radiation problem will be tantamount then a great way of support is to carry on with your trip to the unaffected parts of Japan (which are many) and support the Japanese by spending your money there and not abandoning them in their time of greatest need because of the guilt we are feeling. Anyone who thinks they will be catching the Japanese at their worst will be in for a shock as you will get to witness first hand the fighting spirit which makes up their persona. You will not be getting in the way in the unaffected parts of the country and you will be shoulder to shoulder with the Japanese showing your support(with your tourist dollar) for them in person and experiencing first hand the reasons why a great society doesn't turn to looting and chaos in its time of need.
Those are a few of my thoughts of another way we can help the Japanese people. I hope I didn't offend anyone as I respect all of your opinions.
Aloha!
