Atol or Abta – which one offers the best protection?

Simon Calder answers your questions on accreditation, Christmas trains, and staying safe on holiday

Got you covered: both accreditations have potential benefits for travellers (Getty)

Q Which is the better accreditation to look for: Atol or Abta?

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A A fair question, to which I am afraid the answer is: it all depends. Broadly, each of these accreditations has potential benefits for the traveller – but conversely many trips which are covered by neither marque work out just fine.