Travel Insurance

How to use credit card travel insurance

When a trip goes haywire, travel insurance suddenly comes into focus. A recent spat between a Boston restaurant owner and a customer highlighted the intricacies — and far-reaching impacts — of what happens when a trip is canceled. According to posts on X, the now-viral incident began in January when New York resident Trevor Chauvin-DeCaro became sick and was hospitalized. Because of his condition, Chauvin-DeCaro says he was no longer able to travel to Boston as originally planned. However, he said he used credit card travel insurance to be reimbursed for expenses including hotel, train and restaurant reservations. Here’s where… READ MORE

WorldTrips teams up with bolt

The partnership will also see WorldTrips customers offered the ability to acquire coverage for their devices while purchasing their travel insurance. The combined plan offers protection to “all individuals and their devices in the travelling party of the insured”. The plan includes coverage for a range of devices, including phones, tablets, and laptops, and claims can be submitted at any time via a “fully digital online claims process”. “At WorldTrips, we are constantly considering pain points that impact travellers and finding ways to address them with simple and affordable solutions,” said Mark Carney, President and CEO, WorldTrips. “We see bolt… READ MORE

Australian travel insurance red flags: missed connections, stolen luggage and preexisting conditions | Australian holidays

“Concerning” survey results from the Australian government website Smarttraveller this month shows one in six Australians traveled without any insurance on their last overseas trip. Even those who have insurance may not have been sufficiently covered, as over 80% of travelers did not properly read their policy product disclosure statement (PDS), an essential step for understanding what is and is not covered. In a statement, the Insurance Council of Australia’s CEO, Andrew Hall, said these results mean “Australians are putting themselves at risk,” and that “personal responsibility plays a big part in your travel plans and it’s important to read… READ MORE

‘Bizcation’ is increasingly popular among young Canadian professionals

‘Bizcation’ increasingly popular among young Canadian professionals | Insurance Business Canada Travel ‘Bizcation’ is increasingly popular among young Canadian professionals New survey offers insights into the trend Travel By Terry Gangcuangco The trend of blending work with leisure travel, known as “bizcations,” is gaining popularity among young Canadian professionals, according to a new study by Allianz Global Assistance. The company’s seventh annual Vacation Confidence Study revealed that nearly half of the professionals in the 18-34 age group plan to combine remote work with their vacation plans this year. This emerging trend allows employees to work while traveling, eliminating the need… READ MORE