How to change or cancel your travel plans during the coronavirus pandemic

Talia LakritzMay 15, 2020, 01:01 IST

Many people are choosing to cancel or reschedule their travel plans during the coronavirus pandemic.HECTOR RETAMAL / Getty Images

Airlines are waiving cancellation and rebooking fees, but getting a full refund is unlikely.
Amtrak train tickets are refundable, but canceling without a fee requires speaking with an agent.
Many hotels are waiving cancellation fees and refunding trips, and Airbnb is fully refunding reservations made before March 14 with a check-in date between March 14 and June 15.
Many rental car companies are waiving change and cancellation fees, but there are some restrictions.
Most cruise lines have suspended all upcoming trips and are offering different refund and credit options.
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The coronavirus pandemic has devastated the travel industry and upended travel plans for people around the world. Whether you were set to travel for vacation, an event, or to visit family, chances are you've had to rethink your itinerary.

Here's how to adjust your travel plans with minimal financial losses.

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Cruise ship companies are offering different refund options.

Over 700 passengers on the Diamond Princess cruise ship became infected with the coronavirus. Carl Court/Getty Images

Many rental car companies are waiving change and cancellation fees, but some restrictions apply.

Hertz is waiving cancellation and change fees for "travel-restricted areas." Thomson Reuters

Airbnb is fully refunding reservations made before March 14, 2020 with a check-in date between March 14 and June 15 through its extenuating circumstances policy.

Airbnb is issuing full refunds. Airbnb

Many hotels are waiving cancellation fees and refunding trips.

Marriott allows for free changes or cancellations up to 24 hours prior to check-in. Associated Press

Amtrak is also waiving change and cancellation fees, and most tickets are refundable.

Amtrak tickets are mostly refundable. shutterstock

Airlines are allowing for more flexibility, but getting a full refund won't be easy.

Some companies have issued travel waivers allowing for changes and cancellations. Reuters

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