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 [...]
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. [...]
Here’s a quick run down from the CDC on what to do if you’re headed to the World Cup in South Africa. Some great advice. Lucky you to be going! Enjoy! From June 11 to July 11, 2010, South Africa will host the FIFA World Cup. Over 350,000 visitors are expected to travel to South [...]
U.S. Consulate General Nuevo Laredo issued the following Warden Message on June 9: The United States Consulate General in Nuevo Laredo has received reports that the Mexican military has been involved in a gunfight with armed persons, reportedly narcotics cartel gunmen, in the vicinity of the Wal-Mart on Avenida Reforma. We therefore advise all U.S. [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Travel insurance carriers issue position statements when current events affect coverage. There have been several incidents of volcanic ash impacting European travel within the last month. The following is a statement from CSA with a summary of available coverage and required purchase times in order to be eligible for coverage. This is an update regarding [...]
Travel insurance carriers release position statements when current events affect coverage. On 5/16/10, travel in the UK was again impacted by a volcanic ash cloud. The following is a position statement from CSA addressing what coverage is available and when a policy must have been purchased. Additional travel insurance carriers are adding or modifying coverage [...]
British Airways cabin crews have announced the following strike dates: May 18-22 May 24-28 May 30-June 3 June 5-9 Persons who purchase Access America plans that include strike-related trip cancellation and interruption protection are covered for related losses as long as insurance was purchased before May 10, 2010, the date of the labor action. Policies [...]
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