Ryanair could learn a thing or two from German airliner Lufthansa.  The German carrier is generously guaranteeing passengers compensation if their holiday becomes a washout.

The airline’s special summer rate gives washed out holidaymakers a ray of sunshine as they will receive €20 for every day it rains on holiday.  To qualify, a rainy day counts as a day when at least five millimetres of rain per square metre falls during the passenger’s trip.

This cover is provided for 10 days of the trip meaning passengers can be refunded up to €200.
To reclaim the cash, soggy passengers are asked to contact their insurers on their return, with proof of travel with Lufthansa, flight confirmation, boarding cards  and details of days when it rained.

In addition, French tour operators Pierre et Vacances and FranceLoc are promising the same type of rainy day cover to customers – let’s hope none of them have been holidaying recently in washout Britain.

Friday 7 August 2009 13:09 | Published by a.smith | Categoriy: Interesting Stuff,Travel News