Pending is not confirmed
A booking can be received while the supplier is still processing it. A stay is confirmed only when the supplier reference and status agree. A proposed alternative is not final until confirmed.
Before you decide
Review the room, occupancy, taxes and rate rule together. Availability is not held until the booking is confirmed.
Schedule changes and rebooking depend on the airline event, ticket rule and available seats.
Check the pickup point, scheduled time and provider status before relying on a transfer.
Journal
What a room rate really includes
Compare room type, guest count, included meals, taxes and the cancellation window. A room description is not a supplier confirmation. Keep the final reference and confirmed status with your itinerary.
When travel plans change
Check the original rate or ticket rule before choosing a new date. Availability and the cost of a change depend on the supplier. Ask for the proposed change and its conditions before treating it as final.
A calmer arrival checklist
Keep the accommodation reference, arrival instructions and transfer pickup point accessible. Check local arrival times and tell the provider about a schedule change through the appropriate booking channel.
Understanding a travel refund
A cancellation and a refund have separate records. Review entitlement, penalty and the original payment route. A preview does not move money, and a bank posting date should not be assumed from a pending request.