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Mums-to -be, Avoid Florida

It's been confirmed that they've found cases of the Zika virus and they've said that any ladies that think they may be pregnant should not visit Florida, unless it's essential.
So if you've booked your holidays maybe you should check with the insurance what happens if you cancel.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36929641
Liverpool is one of the wonders of Britain,
What it may grow to in time, I know not what.

Daniel Defoe: 1725.

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  • Hi - my wife and I booked Florida for my 30th at the end of the year. We're trying to get our money back from Virgin via Travel Trolley for the flights (which cost around a £1000) and have been told that we will only receive the tax refund of £95 each (180 total). I'm trying to claim the full money back due to the extreme circumstances of the situation (as we are trying for a baby) , but Virgin are only offering that refund, or a date and venue change which we dont really care for.

    Any advice anyone can offer?
  • fairy_lights
    fairy_lights Posts: 9,220 Forumite
    Can't you just wait until you get back to start trying for a baby?
  • missbiggles1
    missbiggles1 Posts: 17,481 Forumite
    10,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Can't you just wait until you get back to start trying for a baby?

    Sometimes the obvious answer is the best.:)
  • richardw
    richardw Posts: 19,470 Forumite
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    edited 30 August 2016 at 11:02AM
    The official FCO advice links to http://travelhealthpro.org.uk/locations/unitedstates/#Other_risks

    Are Virgin ignoring this? Perhaps see what they are saying on social media.
    Posts are not advice and must not be relied upon.
  • We could - but conclusive advice as to when it's safe to try for a baby is scant (I've seen between 8 weeks and 6 months), and even then I'm not sure I'd really be comfortable if one of us had become infected.
  • sheramber
    sheramber Posts: 24,358 Forumite
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    Have you checked with your travel insurance ?
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