InsureMyTrip News

WARWICK, RI, August 16 2006–In recent years, our global community has regrettably experienced numerous terrorist attacks and security threats such as last week’s event in Britain. Besides the obvious impacts of such violent occurrences, world events like these significantly influence the way we travel today.  Uncertainty and the “unknown” of what could happen to disrupt our journeys, has growing numbers of travelers securing travel insurance to protect themselves and their families.

“Purchasing travel insurance has become second nature to many seasoned travelers; but now even occasional trekkers are recognizing its value and benefits,” observes Peter Evans, Executive Vice President of InsureMyTrip.com. “Most recently, last week’s terrorist threat had many insured travelers wondering if they could cancel impending trips to impacted regions and be compensated for the loss of their financial investment,” continues Evans.

Trip Cancellation Package Policies are the most commonly purchased insurance plans because they offer the broadest protection in these circumstances including coverage for trip delays, interruption and cancellation. In general, most of these policies provide a terrorism benefit which enables you to cancel your trip if a terrorist incident occurs in your departure or destination city within 30 days of your scheduled departure. “In this particular case, there was no terrorist incident as the plot had been thwarted by British authorities.”

For travelers who want the freedom to choose whether or not to travel, or believe they may need to cancel their travels for reasons not otherwise covered, there is another option.  InsureMyTrip.com providers M.H. Ross and TravelSafe, both offer a “Cancel for Any Reason “ provisional option. “Cancel For Any Reason” covers 75% of the non-refundable trip cost. “So, whether you have concerns for your personal safety, a last-minute conflict, or simply a lack of interest, this special option means that today’s travelers are free to cancel their impending travels for any reason at all.”

“Now more than ever, travel insurance can provide invaluable security and incredible peace of mind,” says Evans. “Bottom line: make sure you thoroughly understand the benefits and details of a policy before you make the purchase.” To learn more about the protection plans that best suit your travel needs, visit InsureMyTrip.com on-line or call (800) 487-4722 to speak with one of InsureMyTrip’s expert travel insurance professionals. Customer service representatives are available seven days a week, M-F 9 A.M.-9 P.M. & Sat.-Sun. 9 A.M.-5 P.M. ET.

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About InsureMyTrip.com
Established in 2000, InsureMyTrip.com is the leading, consumer-oriented on-line travel insurance aggregator worldwide.  Featuring insurance comparisons from the top industry providers, InsureMyTrip.com is a unique, one-stop resource designed to meet consumers’ comprehensive travel insurance needs all in a secure environment. InsureMyTrip.com also specializes in providing integrated technology solutions for the travel insurance industry, with over 2,000 private-labeled and co-branded travel-related websites around the globe. InsureMyTrip.com is headquartered in Warwick, RI with additional offices and data centers in Connecticut and Oregon.

Warwick, RI, August 10, 2006— A successful effort by British authorities to thwart a terrorist plot originating from a major international aviation hub today, has significantly impacted travelers worldwide.  As several leading airlines post canceled and delayed flights, many stranded passengers want to know “does my travel insurance cover this?”.

“If you have travel insurance check the terms and conditions of your policy or contact your insurance provider immediately,” says Jim Grace,  President of InsureMyTrip.com. They can thoroughly explain your benefits and provide important travel assistance services such as flight re-booking, contacting home, etc. If you purchased your policy from InsureMyTrip.com, you can also contact us directly at www.insuremytrip.com, to review and confirm your policy details.

Trip Cancellation Package Policies are the most commonly purchased insurance plans because they offer the broadest protection in these circumstances including coverage for trip delays, interruption and cancellation. We are pleased to report that most major travel insurance providers are currently providing benefits specific to travel delays resulting from today’s events including, unexpected expenses for overnight hotel accommodations, meals, phone calls, and transportation.

“Today’s events also have many travelers concerned for the security of future trips,” continues Grace, “particularly in light of the raised national threat levels; Red for commercial flights originating in the United Kingdom bound for the U.S., and Orange for all commercial aviation operating in or destined for the U.S.  It is important to know that this  is not a covered event for trip cancellation or interruption, only travel delay  is covered at this time.“

For travelers who want the freedom to choose to travel, or believe they may need to cancel their travels for reasons not otherwise covered, two insurance companies, M.H.Ross and TravelSafe offer a “Cancel For Any Reason” provisional option. “Cancel For Any Reason” covers 75% of the non-refundable trip cost. Cover requires that:

• The plan be purchased within 15 days of trip deposit;
• “Cancel For Any Reason” option must be selected by the purchaser;
• All pre-paid, non-refundable trip costs are insured;
• Your trip is canceled two (2) or more days before the departure date.

To learn more about the protection plans that best suit your travel needs, visit InsureMyTrip.com on-line or call (800) 487-4722 to speak with one of InsureMyTrip’s expert travel insurance professionals. Customer service representatives are available seven days a week, M-F 9 A.M.-9 P.M. & Sat.-Sun. 9 A.M.-5 P.M. ET.

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About InsureMyTrip.com
Established in 2000, InsureMyTrip.com is the leading, consumer-oriented on-line travel insurance aggregator worldwide.  Featuring insurance comparisons from the top industry providers, InsureMyTrip.com is a unique, one-stop resource designed to meet consumers’ comprehensive travel insurance needs all in a secure environment. InsureMyTrip.com also specializes in providing integrated technology solutions for the travel insurance industry, with over 2,000 private-labeled and co-branded travel-related websites around the globe. InsureMyTrip.com is headquartered in Warwick, RI with additional offices and data centers in Connecticut and Oregon.