Current Situation in Egypt

June 27th, 2011 by Megan Torres

We are currently viewing these events as “civil commotion or riots”.   Policy holders who purchased prior to January 24, 2011 will have the following coverage:

*             Cancel For Any Reason coverage provided by RoundTrip  Choice provides coverage for trip cancellations that are made 48 or more hours prior to your scheduled departure. Payment is limited to 75% of the non-refundable trip cost up to the stated policy maximum limit.

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Strike threatens summer holiday plans

June 26th, 2011 by Megan Torres

We have heard today that air traffic controllers are expected to be among 750,000 workers who will join a day of mass strikes that are planned by trade unions for the 30th June. If this happens then the travel industry will face more delays, cancellations and travel misery. Oh dear.

If you are due to be travelling on the 30th June or shortly after then it should be noted that you will be covered for Travel Delay, Abandonment and Missed Departure on your World First Travel Insurance policy as long as you took out your policy before 16th June (today) at 0800 GMT.

Unfortunately anyone who took out a policy after this cut off time will not be covered.

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Beer Tours of America

June 26th, 2011 by Megan Torres

Beer accounts for nearly 85% of all alcoholic beverages sold in the US each year, making it by far the most popular alcoholic beverage in the country. But not all Beer is created equal and today we take you on a journey to help you discover the best Beer tours in the country.

The Importance of Political Evacuation Insurance

June 24th, 2011 by Megan Torres

Based on the recent events in Egypt, it is very important for consumers to re-evaluate their insurance needs. What would you have done if you and your family were in Egypt when the protests started? How would you have gotten your family to a safe location?

Political Evacuation is a travel insurance benefit that many people overlook. Our Liaison Majestic program offers this specific benefit, and was utilized by some of our policy holders last week when the travel warning was issued for U.S.

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