Holiday Law; The Law Relating to Travel and Tourism

This new text provides a comprehensive guide to the law as it relates to all forms of holiday. Dealing with all aspects of the contractual relationship between customer, travel agent and tour operator, it explains the legal status of travel agents, examines the criminal liability of tour operators and discusses civil liability. Important recent case law such as R(Abta) v CAA is considered and the legal implications of developments transforming the holiday market such as low cost airlines, the internet, tailor-made packages and booking hotels direct are covered. Practical tips on conducting litigation are also included.