Protect yourself when booking a holiday online

The disruptive strike by British Airways cabin crew members, coupled with the raft of airlines and travel companies that have collapsed over the last couple of years, has proved how important it is for holidaymakers to protect themselves should something go wrong with their travel plans.

And while travelling independently and booking online can save you money on the cost of your holiday, it may leave you more vulnerable should one of the firms involved go bust or fail to deliver the services you were promised.

So read on to find out how to stop a dream trip becoming a holiday from hell.