January 2010 Archives - 2/2 - Travel Insurance Blog

AC Milan vs Manchester United – 16 February 2010

Posted on January 21st, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Sports, Travel News, No Comments

Manchester United FC travels out to Italy for a Champions League football match against AC Milan on Tuesday, 16 February 2010.

Visitors to Milan who are not there for the football may wish to avoid the city around this date…

Snowboarder Dies in Colorado Freak Accident

Posted on January 18th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Holiday Destinations, Ski Holidays, Travel News, 1 Comment

A California woman tragically lost her life on Saturday while snowboarding in Colorado, according to a report in the Los Angeles Times.

If you haven’t seen this particular news report then it is guaranteed that your initial gut reaction and…

Zermatt Skiing Offers Slow Slopes for Slow Pokes

Posted on January 17th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

The glamorous ski resort of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps has designated four ski runs as ‘slow slopes’ and there are hopes that other resorts will follow in its tracks.

It is not so much about catering to slow skiers, or…

Haiti Donations – Confused? DEC Appeal Launches Today

Posted on January 15th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Destinations, Seniors Travel, Student Travel, Travel News, No Comments

It is heartbreaking watching the horrific events in Haiti following the devastating earthquake. We all have our favourite charities, but at times like this it can be confusing trying to decide which charity is the best to donate to.

The…

U.S. Visas Now Available for HIV/AIDS Visitors

Posted on January 8th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Backpack Travel, Holiday Destinations, Travel News, No Comments

Just a reminder that, as of 4 January, 2010, HIV infection has been removed from the list of communicable diseases which previously barred entry to the U.S.

Those with the infection who have previously been unable to travel to the…

Travel Insurance? What a Laugh!

Posted on January 6th, 2010, Jean. Filed under And Finally..., Seniors Travel, Travel News, 1 Comment

What with the wintry weather, travel chaos, and problems we face with the economy, job stability, airport security, and terrorism there may not seem much to laugh about at the moment.

This video has been around for a while but don’t you wish…

U.S. – Enhanced Airport Screening for Many Visitors

Posted on January 6th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Airlines, Airports, Holiday Destinations, Travel News, No Comments

Just when we thought it couldn’t get any worse, it looks certain that flying to the U.S. will never be the same again.

All airlines flying routes to the U.S. are under stricter security since the Christmas Day failed bomb…

Full-Body Scanners Being Installed at UK Airports

Posted on January 5th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Airlines, Airports, Travel News, No Comments

Despite doubt about the effectiveness of full-body scanners to detect certain types of liquid explosive devices, the UK government has given the green light for their installation at UK airports.

The move is a result of the failed Christmas Day…

Dubai – Tallest Building in the World Officially Opened

Posted on January 4th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Holiday Destinations, Travel News, No Comments

The Burj Dubai was officially opened today – and renamed the ‘Burj Khalifa’ during a spectacular ceremony and fireworks display.

With a spire height of 828 m (2,717’) the Burj Khalifa surpasses the Taipei 101 (Taiwan, China) which was formerly…