Category Archives: Travel Insurance

With International Terrorism in the Spotlight, Travel Insurance Can Help Ease Some Fears

Posted by on March 26, 2012 1 comment

With International Terrorism in the Spotlight, Travel Insurance Can Help Ease Some Fears










(PRWEB) October 8, 2005

PRWEB) October 8, 2005 — With international terrorism rearing its ugly head yet again, travelers are unnerved at the prospect of going away. Another set of terrorist attacks in the island of Bali have put a damper on many travel plans. Sadly, terrorism has become a world-wide concern, but there are options available to help travelers protect themselves and their families. Travel insurance offers a refund of your trip cost in case of a terrorist act in the city that is part of your itinerary.

When it comes to terrorism insurance, there are three main coverages that insure a safe trip: Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.


Insurance companies offer protection up to 100% of your trip cost under coverage of Trip Cancellation, if you need to cancel your trip in case of terrorism. Coverage starts at midnight from your purchase date and covers you up to your date of departure. Travelers should keep in mind that there are many other valid reasons that exist for canceling a trip.

Trip Interruption covers you in the event your trip gets interrupted and you are forced to head back home prematurely. Up to 150% of your total trip cost is protected since unscheduled flights are more expensive than scheduled ones.

Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, often known as AD&D, offers coverage in case of an accidental death. Coverage begins at $ 10,000 and can go up to $ 1 million.

Visit http://www.totaltravelinsurance.com/terrorism-insurance.asp for more detailed information.

Alex Velinov, President of Total Travel Insurance, says, “Since 9/11, we have been feeling a little safer domestically. Traveling internationally has been another story. Areas that are frequently visited by Americans such as Europe, Israel and parts of Asia had a string of terrorism attacks. Although, travel insurance is not a perfect solution, several options are available. Insurance will reimburse your trip investment in case of your travels were disrupted or provide medical treatment and evacuation in case you get injured. We even found a company that will insure your life while traveling to world’s hot sports including Afghanistan, Iraq and Israel.”

Total Travel Insurance is the only company that keeps its customers informed of latest developments in travel insurance:

Information about all major travel insurance companies can be found here http://www.totaltravelinsurance.com/travel-insurance-company-list.asp

Airline and cruise lines that are nearing bankruptcy, and are not covered can be found here http://www.totaltravelinsurance.com/bankruptcy-insurance.asp

Latest developments regarding inclement weather affecting coverage can be found here http://www.totaltravelinsurance.com/hurricane.asp

About Total Travel Insurance

Total Travel Insurance (http://www.totaltravelinsurance.com) is a New York-based travel insurance agency. We are licensed to sell travel insurance, flight accident, life insurance, evacuation and health insurance products.

CONTACT:

Kara Cayman

TotalTravelInsurance.com

45 Park Terrace W, Ste 3-G

New York, NY 10034

Toll Free: (866) 226-7500

Fax:         (240) 363-8438

Web site: http://www.totaltravelinsurance.com


Email:     info@totaltravelinsurance.com

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Foreign & Commonwealth Office Finds that Many UK Travellers Spend more on Airport Items than on Travel Insurance

Posted by on February 27, 2012 1 comment

Foreign & Commonwealth Office Finds that Many UK Travellers Spend more on Airport Items than on Travel Insurance










London, UK (PRWeb UK) September 7, 2010

According to recent research by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), the average UK traveller spends an average of £12 at the airport on magazines and sweets – almost double the cost of a single-trip travel insurance policy . However, Post Office Travel Insurance has found that a significant proportion of UK holidaymakers are willing to risk travelling without travel insurance.

According to Post Office Travel Insurance research, as many as 20 per cent of travellers fail to take out travel insurance before leaving the UK . Although holidaymakers may think they are saving money by forgoing travel insurance, Post Office Travel Insurance reminds travellers that they risk substantial unforeseen costs if they cut back on this necessity.

Travel insurance should be an essential component of any trip, with unexpected flight cancellations, medical costs, and loss or damage to baggage all covered by a Post Office Travel Insurance. Post Office Travel Insurance advises all holidaymakers to ensure they are well prepared by researching and taking out suitable travel insurance before going away.

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Nearly a Third of UK Travellers Take Winter Sports Breaks without Holiday Insurance

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

Nearly a Third of UK Travellers Take Winter Sports Breaks without Holiday Insurance










(PRWeb UK) December 23, 2010

As UK holidaymakers prepare to head for the slopes this winter, new research from the Foreign Office reveals that almost a third (31%) of people in the UK admit to not taking out travel insurance for their winter sports holidays .

Post Office Travel Insurance is urging those hitting the slopes to review their travel insurance cover before departing. Skiers who travel without travel insurance or with inadequate travel insurance for their proposed winter sports activities cover could face some hefty bills if they suffer an accident while on holiday.

Post Office Travel Insurance reminds holidaymakers to check to make sure any travel insurance covers any winter sports activity they might partake in is fully covered.

Many standard travel insurance policies do not cover winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. However, travel insurance providers such as the Post Office do offer additional ski and winter sports travel insurance cover on top of standard travel insurance cover.

As skiers head off the slopes, Post Office Travel Insurance advises UK holidaymakers to consider their travel insurance policy requirements. For those taking more than one holiday this year if then an annual multi-trip travel insurance policy (including the additional winter sports cover) could prove a cheaper option than several single-trip travel insurance policies.

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Low Cost Travel Insurance Goes Live in Australia

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

Low Cost Travel Insurance Goes Live in Australia










(PRWEB) December 18, 2006

A new travel insurance website has launched to give Australian travellers high quality holiday cover for a low price.

Travel Insurance Web (http://www.travelinsuranceweb.com.au) offers $ 10 million of medical insurance, with $ 10,000 cancellation cover and invaluable cash, passport and baggage protection.

Already well established in the UK market, Travel Insurance Web is known as a provider of high benefit, comprehensive cover with an extremely competitive price point. By operating exclusively on the web and closely monitoring rival travel insurers, Travel Insurance Web is able to deliver one of the best value products around.

Graham Linney, Marketing Director, Travel Insurance Web:

“We are delighted to launch Travel Insurance Web for Australian customers. We’ve been selling great value travel insurance for over 3 years in Europe, so we know how to deliver on price, with the benefits and customer service that people rightly expect these days.”

Travel Insurance Web Australia offers single trip travel insurance to all residents of Australia from as little as $ 24 and for customers planning a ski trip; specialist cover for that starts from $ 42.

The new website is live and ready for customers, aged 65 and under, at http://www.travelinsuranceweb.com.au.

NOTES:

Travel Insurance Web is a specialist insurance intermediary, whose primary service is to distribute low priced, but high quality travel insurance cover.

Travel Insurance Web is an authorised representative of Columbus Direct Australia. All our travel insurance policies are arranged with Lloyds of London; world class insurers. An exclusive price arrangement is in place allowing us to deliver very low rates to our customers. Our products are available to Australian residents — aged 65 or under — and only via the Internet.

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Coverage Alert for Egypt Civil Unrest from Travel Insured International

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

Coverage Alert for Egypt Civil Unrest from Travel Insured International










East Hartford, CT (Vocus/PRWEB) February 02, 2011

Travel Insured policy holders who purchased coverage prior to January 28th and whose itineraries include Egypt may be eligible for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption or Trip Delay benefits. Please refer to the specific terms and conditions of the specific policy purchased as eligibility for coverage varies based upon the specific policy form, terms, conditions and exclusions. For insured passengers who purchased Cancel for Any Reason coverage, we remind you that cancellations must be made 48 or more hours prior to scheduled departure and payment is limited to 75% of the non-refundable trip cost up to the stated policy maximum limit.

Travel Insured offers all of our customers’ immediate access to our Assistance Services for emergency travel arrangements and concierge service. Insured clients who purchased our Worldwide Trip Protector Gold policy may also be eligible for Political Evacuation Coverage (only applicable for policies purchase on or after April 29, 2010).

Travel Insured is closely monitoring the situation. We advise our customers to change/adjust their travel schedules as best they can. The situation may change quickly, so please continue to check with your travel supplier and with us at Travel Insured at 1-800-243-3174.

Travel Insured International (http://www.travelinsured.com) is based in East Hartford, Connecticut. Coverage is underwritten by Arch Insurance Company (a Missouri corporation, NAIC #11150) with offices located in Jersey City, NJ. Not all insurance products or coverage are available in all jurisdictions. Coverage is subject to actual policy language.

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A quarter of young travellers use mopeds abroad without checking their travel insurance cover

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

A quarter of young travellers use mopeds abroad without checking their travel insurance cover










London, UK (PRWeb UK) September 29, 2010

Recent research by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) has revealed that a quarter of young travellers admit to driving or being the passenger of a moped or quad bike without checking if their travel insurance covers them first.

According to the FCO, accidents involving hired motorbikes, scooters, quad bikes and mopeds are common in popular tourist destinations and could result in serious injury. In addition, the FCO warns that a travel insurance policy may be invalidated if the passenger is not wearing a crash helmet or if the hired vehicle is unregistered. Post Office Travel Insurance reminds those who are considering using this form of transport to verify the terms of their travel insurance policy, as this may affect a potential claim.

Travellers could face medical bills if they require medical treatment abroad but do not have valid travel insurance cover. Post Office Travel Insurance advises all holidaymakers to ensure they have the necessary travel insurance cover before going away. Travellers are also advised to check local driving laws and ensure they hire any vehicles from a reputable company.

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Global Instability Doesn’t Have to Put a Damper on Travel Plans, Says quotetravelinsurance.com

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

Global Instability Doesn’t Have to Put a Damper on Travel Plans, Says quotetravelinsurance.com

ST PETE BEACH, FL (PRWEB) August 2, 2004

As the travel season gears up, many travelers are concerned about the current worldwide instability. Now one Web site compares every major travel insurance product, making it easier to travel while minimizing the risk. Launched this week by http://www.quotetravelinsurance.com the site allows travelers to compare every travel insurance product instantly, research insurance plans and carriers and purchase — all from one simple interface.

“We have taken great care to create a comparative travel insurance quote engine that is simple, elegant and fast,” said Chris Harvey, President of Quotetravelinsurance.com. “No other site out there matches quotetravelinsurance.com’s sheer speed and ease of quote or depth of information.”

quotetravelinsurance.com visitors can obtain quotes from over 40 plans by answering just eight questions. Visitors enter their travel dates, trip cost, area of residence and ages of travelers; the site instantly returns applicable insurance policies, visitors can then compare plans side-by-side, view each plan separately, or purchase plans directly.

Travelers who require in-depth information before making a purchase can choose to research from 18 different lines of coverage, ranging from bankruptcy protection to non-emergency medical insurance. Those wanting more information before purchasing policies can research insurance carriers and view full policy certificates online. All carriers are hand-picked based on insurance industry watchdog AM Best ratings, state insurance commissioner feedback, and other criteria.

“Quotetravelinsurance.com is an independent travel insurance

agency. Each member of our team has over 15 years’

experience in the insurance marketplace,” Pat Healey, CMO of Quotetravelinsurance.com explained. “We provide quotations only for products and companies that meet our standards of excellence. If a company has made it to our list, travelers can rest assured we will stand behind our recommendations. If they ever feel the service they receive does not meet their expectations, we will not hesitate to intervene on their behalf with the insurance carriers.”

quotetravelinsurance.com also offers a free affiliate program to Web site owners; affiliates do not need to be licensed travel insurance agents. Having already appointed their first Premium Partner, Quotetravelinsurance.com is also actively seeking more travel-related companies to become Premium Partners by using the customized quotetravelinsurance.com comparative quote engine on their own Web sites.

“The bottom line is that quotetravelinsurance.com is one more tool, savvy travelers can use to make sure their vacation plans go off without a hitch,” Harvey finished. “Even if terrorism or other major problems arise tomorrow, travelers with the right travel insurance policies won’t be out a dime.”

Kevin Herlihy, National Account Manager for Travel Insured International, which is one of the top travel insurance carriers in the USA, stated, “This is one of the best travel insurance quote engines I have seen. We are excited to be a part of it.”

For more information contact Chris Harvey at 727-363-3731 or charvey@quotetravelinsurance.com.com, or visit http://www.quotetravelinsurance.com.

CONTACT:

Chris Harvey

Quotetravelinsurance.com

866-874-7226

charvey@tripinsuranceusa.com http://www.quotetravelinsurance.com

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Insurance.com Is Rolling Out Two New Auto Insurance Products

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

Insurance.com Is Rolling Out Two New Auto Insurance Products

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) March 30, 2006

Insurance.com, the nation’s largest online auto insurance agency, announced today the addition of two new products to their online auto insurance quote comparison platform.

The first addition to the Insurance.com family is Dimensions from The Hartford. Dimensions, combined with The Hartford’s financial strengths, allow online shoppers to generate a more customized auto insurance policy for every stage of their lives. Dimensions is now available in 36 of the 47 states Insurance.com serves, with additional states in 2006.

The other new product being added to the mix is Quantum Auto from Travelers. This new auto insurance product is designed to provide a more competitive rate. Currently, Quantum Auto (sm) is available in 20 states; however by the end of 2006, all Insurance.com customers should be able to take advantage of this exciting option.

“Insurance.com is dedicated to continually providing our customers with a variety of auto insurance options,” stated Insurance.com CEO Dave Roush. “Rolling out new products like Dimensions and Quantum Auto (sm) is just one of the many ways Insurance.com continues to help our customers save more on auto insurance rates.”

About Insurance.com

Insurance.com is an online marketplace that allows consumers to receive comparative car insurance quotes from top companies and purchase insurance products. The website also provides quotes for life, health, home and specialty lines of insurance.

Insurance.com is owned and operated by ComparisonMarket, Inc., which enables financial institutions, affinity groups and online marketplaces to offer their customers real opportunities on car insurance. Working with top insurance providers, ComparisonMarket provides comparative rate quoting and purchasing.

About The Hartford

The Hartford, a Fortune 100 company, is one of the nation’s largest financial services and insurance companies, with 2005 revenues of $ 27.1 billion. The Hartford is a leading provider of investment products, life insurance, group benefits, homeowner products, business property and casualty insurance. International operations are located in Japan, Brazil and the United Kingdom. The Hartford’s Internet address is http://www.thehartford.com.

About Travelers

Travelers, the second largest writer of auto & homeowners insurance through independent agents, is a member of St. Paul Travelers, which is a leading provider of property casualty insurance. For more information, visit http://www.travelers.com

CONTACT:

Dave Roush

CEO, Insurance.com

440-498-0971

http://www.insurance.com

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Extensive Travel Insurance Cover now Available Online from ETI International

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

Extensive Travel Insurance Cover now Available Online from ETI International










London, UK (PRWEB) July 10, 2008

Searching for single trip or annual travel insurance presents a vast choice. However, travel insurance policies differ in the level of cover and terms and conditions they offer. Therefore, before buying, look beyond the price and into the travel insurance policies’ cover.

Research from Defaqto, revealed that buying ” cheap travel insurance policies is rarely better” and that many people travel abroad with inadequate travel insurance cover, if any at all.

So before buying travel insurance, ensure it provides the right level of annual travel insurance or single trip travel insurance cover for your intended holiday.

Now, ETI International Travel Protection aims to provide customers with an annual travel insurance or single trip travel insurance policy that offers an extensive level of cover at highly competitive prices.

ETI International Travel Protection is a specialist travel insurer providing international travel insurance cover and is part of one of Europe’s largest travel insurance groups, with offices throughout the world. Their online travel insurance cover is extensive in all aspects and offers protection beyond the limits of many other travel insurance providers.

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The True Cost of Free Travel Insurance

Posted by on July 26, 2011 1 comment

The True Cost of Free Travel Insurance










London, UK (PRWeb UK) September 12, 2009

Research by Post Office Travel Insurance reveals that 46 per cent of people are looking for ways to reduce the cost of their holiday, and travel insurance is just one of the ways they’re looking to cut back. Some consumers may be tempted to rely on free travel insurance that comes with their credit cards. However, Post Office Travel Insurance urges holidaymakers to fully understand what free credit card travel insurance actually covers them for.

Whilst some credit card providers offer comprehensive travel insurance to their cardholders, the majority provide a very different free travel insurance policy known as “travel accident insurance”.

Many holidaymakers are under the mistaken belief that the travel accident insurance will provide the same cover as a traditional travel insurance policy, yet this is not the case.

More often than not, credit card travel accident insurance will not cover the traveller before they travel to or when they arrive at their destination – meaning they will be unable to claim compensation for cancellation, travel delay, missed departure and lost or stolen possessions. Furthermore, such policies are likely to include only very limited personal accident insurance, which means travellers could be hit by costly medical expenses if they are struck by illness whilst away.

Post Office Travel Insurance is therefore warning travellers that it is imperative that they are fully aware of the terms of their credit card travel insurance policy, and that they take out additional travel insurance if they are in any doubt about level of cover.

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