Campground Cancellation Fees
I know about them, I see the "warning and policy" each and every time I make a reservation. I know I "agree" to them when I make a reservation. That said, I do a LOT of meticulous long range pla...
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It's very simple....know what the reservation cancellation policy is and if you don't like it, don't book it!
On the flip side, I've had quite a few instances where campgrounds have been very accomodating when I've had to cancel or change the dates of a reservation.
Most experienced campers know that owning/running a campground is not an easy way to make a buck if you want to have a nicely maintained and updated facility. There is a need for cancellation fees.
However, charging a fee when you're calling back within 5 minutes isn't very good PR! I find that fees that are based upon when the cancellation is made are better for both parties such as the policies of many KOA campgrounds.
On the flip side, I've had quite a few instances where campgrounds have been very accomodating when I've had to cancel or change the dates of a reservation.
Most experienced campers know that owning/running a campground is not an easy way to make a buck if you want to have a nicely maintained and updated facility. There is a need for cancellation fees.
However, charging a fee when you're calling back within 5 minutes isn't very good PR! I find that fees that are based upon when the cancellation is made are better for both parties such as the policies of many KOA campgrounds.
