Australia – Queensland Floods

The destructive flooding in Queensland has been terrible to watch on news reports, especially as there has also been loss of life. 

Toowoomba, Ipswich, and the capital city of Brisbane have all been very badly affected. The British Consulate in…

Feeling Unwell Before Your Trip? Should You Cancel?

With one of our team currently away sick with a nasty case of adult Chickenpox, we thought this story worthwhile passing along.

We don’t know how the virus was picked up, but was presumably passed on by one of Santa’s Elves…

Travel Insurance Top of ‘To Do’ List for 2011 Holiday

The Foreign Office has issued a timely warning to Brits planning their 2011 holidays -to avoid cutting corners to save a few pounds, and to be properly prepared before setting off.

In these difficult financial times we all have to…

Formula One Schedule 2011

Here’s something for F1 fans to look forward to as we head into 2011 – another action-packed Grand Prix season! 

Mark the dates on your 2011 calendar now so that you don’t miss anything.

If you have always dreamed of being…

Travel Insurance Rates Rise – But We Have Good News!

We are pleased to pass along some good cheer to all our customers - and future customers…

Here at Travel Insurance Direct we are happy to announce that we have no plans to pass on the rise in IPT (Insurance Premium Tax – the…

Portugal Flights – Christmas Holiday Strikes

The Foreign Office has reported that check-in staff and baggage handlers at airports in Portugal plan to strike over New Year.  (Note: The strike planned for 22-24 December has been called off, thank goodness). The planned dates are:

• From 9pm on

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The Skier Safety Code and Ski Insurance

Those already addicted to the thrill of skiing or boarding - the spectacular scenery and fresh mountain air - will not need us to remind them that it is a fantastic sport. 

However, whether you are a complete beginner, intermediate, or seasoned expert…

Egypt – Shark Attacks at Sharm el Sheikh

The Foreign Office (FCO) has issued a warning about recent shark attacks at the Red Sea resort of Sharm el Sheikh.

A spate of shark attacks occurred at the resort during the past week, leaving four tourists seriously injured in separate…

Skiing this Winter? Don’t Forget Insurance!

The Foreign Office (FO) recently issued a warning to the more than one million British skiers heading off to the slopes this season. 

Their research revealed that almost one third of skiers admit they do not take out insurance for their wintersports…

Visiting Japan? Prepare Before Travelling

Japan is a magical and fascinating country to visit.  However, before you travel it would be wise to take the time to read up on their laws and customs.  We don’t have room to even begin to explore this topic here, so…