A Dundee couple is to take legal action against Thomas Cook after they became ill and ended up in a Turkish hospital on their honeymoon.
Ewan and Leah Gurr from Dundee say they contracted a gastric illness while on holiday at the Hotel Tuana in Side, near Antalya, Their symptoms were so severe that they spent three days in hospital and spent £2,000 on hospital bills.
The Gurrs have instructed legal firm Irwin Mitchell to investigate their claim against the operator.
Travel litigation specialist for the firm Maninder Rupal said: “It is particularly devastating for a young couple who were looking forward to their honeymoon to have the experience ruined by serious illness.
“They found themselves virtually stranded in hospital in Turkey, having to pay for their medical expenses from their own pockets.”
A spokesperson for Thomas Cook said an investigation is underway. “We take all reports of illness very seriously and we were very concerned to hear that Mr and Mrs Gurr became unwell while on honeymoon. We hope that they have now made a full recovery.
“We have only been made aware of the couple’s illness very recently and a full investigation will take place once we receive further information from their solicitors.”