A new policy dubbed the ‘Beckham Clause’ has been introduced by a travel company to assist families experiencing conflicts. This initiative follows the recent public dispute within the Beckham family, which garnered widespread attention. On the Beach, a holiday specialist, has rolled out this unique booking benefit to alleviate pre-trip turmoil. The clause applies to family vacations where a member withdraws abruptly due to a disagreement or emotional breakdown. Under this provision, if a family member cancels before the trip, they will receive a refund for their portion of the hotel reservation, preventing the remaining group from bearing the full cost.
Referred to as the ‘Family Fallout Refund,’ or the ‘Beckham Clause’ informally, this perk aims to reassure vacationers that any family discord will not jeopardize their holiday plans. Zoe Harris, the chief customer officer at On the Beach, emphasized the importance of family holidays and acknowledged that disputes can disrupt arrangements. She explained that the clause ensures that if a family member opts out due to a feud, the rest can still proceed with their vacation uninterrupted.
Not exclusive to celebrities, family disagreements are common occurrences that lead to adjustments in holiday plans annually. The ‘Beckham Clause’ is applicable to family trips with five or more participants, and claims must be made at least 60 days before departure. In addition to this policy, On the Beach is offering various complimentary perks for bookings made in 2026, such as free lounge access, gadget insurance, weather protection, an Amazon voucher worth £50, and Price Drop Protection. Moreover, all bookings will receive 1GB of complimentary mobile data.
To utilize the ‘Beckham Clause,’ the party must notify On the Beach through chat about the family dispute and the member withdrawing from the trip. The refund for the accommodation share will be processed accordingly. This policy is valid for new and existing bookings scheduled for departure on or before August 31, 2026, with cancellation requests required 60 days prior to the trip. Refunds will be credited to the last card used for booking, and standard terms and conditions apply, excluding cruises. OTB fees for hotel cancellations will be waived, but cancellation fees will still be applicable for flight components, transfers, and additional services.
