European Health Insurance Card – Changes Coming

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is currently free to British citizens and citizens of EU member states.  It provides proof of entitlement to emergency health care when traveling within Europe.  It covers you whether you are travelling for pleasure,…

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Travel Insurance for Those Unexpected Events

In recent times travel has become blighted with all manner of unusual problems.  Consequently, many travellers have been caught out by not having purchased travel insurance for their trips – or found out too late that their travel insurance was inadequate.

Not…

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…

Travel Insurance Claims – This May Surprise You!

As with everything else in today’s dire financial climate, costs are rising.  There have been many worrying news reports recently about the rise in the amount of hefty travel insurance claims.  

The Foreign Office (FCO) ‘British Behaviour Abroad’ report published…

Have a Great Weekend – Time for Some Fun!

There is too much barking bad news and doom and gloom in our world these days – so we are taking a break… 

The weekend is coming up so why not forget your worries, kick off your shoes, and dance to some happy…

Channel Islands and Isle of Man Travel Insurance

Many UK holidaymakers may decide to shun longhaul travel this summer in favour of the staycation or quick hop across to Europe or the Channel Islands via the Channel Tunnel or ferry. 

It may be due to financial woes, fear of the ash…

Cuba – New Requirement re Travel Insurance

Effective 1 May 2010, it is a requirement for travellers to Cuba to have travel insurance in place – per the Cuban government.  

Most important:  The travel insurance must provide cover for medical evacuation by air and be valid for…

Always Confirm Flights!

A word of advice:  Make a habit of always confirming your flight before heading to the airport. 

It is important to keep your airline updated of any changes to your contact information – especially your email address.  This is very important…

BA Strikes March 2010 and Travel Insurance Claims

The first wave of British Airways strikes is almost over (March 20-22).  According to the BA website, if you have flights booked between March 23-26 you should check the status before going to the airport. 

At the time of writing, BA also…