TravelSafe update on Japan Evacuation
This information is from On Call International, the 24-Hour Assistance Company that provides assistance and concierge to all TravelSafe insureds.
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Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Update from TravelSafe and On Call International
This is an update as of 9:45 AM on Friday, March 11, 2011, regarding the current tsunami warning for the Pacific. This information is from On Call International, the 24-Hour Assistance Company that provides assistance and concierge to all TravelSafe insureds. An 8.9 earthquake hit Sendai, Japan in the middle of the night, sending off [...]
Important TravelSafe Announcement Regarding Bahrain
TravelSafe announces support for clients with On Call International. TravelSafe and On Call International evacuated dozens if not hundreds during recent events in Egypt as part of their included coverage. Read on for more information regarding the situation in Bahrain. This information is from On Call International the 24 Hour Assistance Company that provides assistance [...]
Global Rescue…well…to the Rescue!!
Global Rescue, one of the best services of its kind has launched their team into Egypt. These guys don’t screw around. Their team includes many highly trained former Navy SEALs. Their clients will be out of there in no time with the hours or days stuck in the airport for those that are not members. [...]
Compare travel insurance deals as market expands
Here’s some info from Fair Investment Company across the pond.  Competition in the travel insurance market is a big win for consumers and applies to the U.S. and Canada as well. We’ve seen many more options made available in the last year.  It’s really tough for any traveler to keep up.  We have near all the major [...]
The ins and outs of Travel Insurance by Seattle Times
After the Iceland volcano’s ash cloud forced the cancellation of thousands of European flights, more people are considering travel insurance. Insurance companies reported a spike in inquiries. But do you need travel insurance, which can cost 4 percent to 8 percent of the trip price? That’s an extra $100 to $200 on a $2,500 vacation. [...]
To Insure or Not to Insure…
Here’s a good assessment of what you should take into account when making a decision about travel insurance and insurance in general. You don’t always need the most comprehensive policy. You may be covered by another policy such as your life insurance, health insurance, or homeowners. Students and travelers under 35 years of age may [...]
Hurricane Trip Protection Exclusively from TravelSafe
TravelSafe may be just the ticket to protect your cruise this summer. One of the best offers in travel insurance. Statement from TravelSafe: With the 2010 hurricane season being predicted to be more “active” and produce 6 – 8 hurricanes, 4 of which are expected to be major hurricanes, make sure you are protected with [...]
Another Update from CSA on the Volcanic Ash from Iceland
Travel insurance carriers release position statements when a major event impacts coverage. Once an event become foreseeable, policies purchased after that time will not cover that event. The following is an updated statement from CSA on the volcanic ash cloud impacting European travel. Travel & Coverage Alerts from CSA Volcanic Ash Cloud Update 05/17/2010 A [...]
TravelGuard’s take on the Spirit Airlines Strike
Travel insurance companies release position statements when current events affect coverage. For those comparing travel insurance and traveling on Spirit Airlines, please be aware that trip cancellation and interruption coverage may not be available now that a possible strike has been announced. The following is a statement from Travel Guard on the Spirit Airlines strike. [...]
