Holiday clubs – no, thanks!

Thousands of consumers fall prey to holiday club scams every year: club members are offered luxury holidays at know-down prices. Yet, the promises are rarely lived up to. Specifically designed to circumvent the timeshare directive, Holiday Clubs are currently not covered by rules on cooling-off periods, deposits and consumer information. Details

The European Consumer Center Hungary assists aggrieved passengers of bankrupt air carrier Air Comet

The European Consumer Center Hungary (ECC Hungary) has been briefed by its Spanish partner in early February that bankruptcy proceedings of Air Comet have officially begun. ECC Hungary helps travelers in getting refunds for the tickets. Details

Why not chat online with Commissioner Kuneva

On 23 October at 15:00(C.E.T.), EU Consumer Commissioner Meglena Kuneva will chat online with consumers from all over the EU. Details

EU acts to limit health risks from exposure to noise from personal music players

Consumers will benefit from new default settings on personal music players set at safe exposure levels, as well clear warnings on the adverse effects of excessive exposure to high sound levels, following a decision by the European Commission today. Details