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Wedding plans affected by credit crunch

According to new research one in ten couples are having to re-think their wedding plans because of the effect of the credit crunch.

Approximately one third of the couples interviewed are

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Full cover restored for Heathrow Terminal 5 travellers

Insurance Companies have now agreed to restore full cover to anyone travelling from Heathrow’s terminal 5.  Six of the leading insurance companies had suspended cover until the chaos involving lost

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OAP’s try to avoid discrimination when hiring cars

A large increase in the number of senior citizens who are hiring cars while taking holidays abroad has increased so much that it has triggered a need for excess protection

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Lost luggage not covered by insurance

Since the end of March the disasters at Heathrow’s Terminal 5 have been so severe that some insurance companies have stopped giving insurance cover for lost luggage or delayed flights. These

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April snow worst for 20 years

The worst snowfall for nearly two decades has been recorded.  In parts of Southern England up to three inches of snow fell and even at midday temperatures in lots of

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Pirates off the Somalian coast

After going through a ‘pirate blackspot’ just off the African coast, Le Ponant a 288ft luxury cruise ship was hi-jacked and fears are growing for the safety of the crew on board.

Crew members

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Are you concerned about soaring petrol prices

For those of you concerned about soaring petrol prices there is now a website which enables you to log in, enter your postcode and find the lowest UK petrol prices in

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Rip-off at the check-in

Trading Standards inspectors have been testing the scales on the baggage check-in at Gatwick airport and nearly one in five tested showed an incorrect reading.

 It is estimated that tens of

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Pensioners travel on buses free

Hopefully not an ‘April fool joke’ but from 1 April the over 60s can hop on and off buses for free.

Richard Worrall, the former Walsall mayor decided that the only

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Chaos in Terminal 5

The opening of Heathrow’s Terminal 5 was severely marred by the entire baggage system crashing, causing chaos in the terminal and anger and frustration to its passengers.

Thirty three flights were

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A guide to travel insurance

Listed below is a helpful guide to some of the terminology that you will encounter. You should read this prior to selecting a policy from the menu above.

Why do I need travel insurance
What is single trip travel insurance
What is winter sports travel insurance
What is annual multi trip travel insurance
What is family travel insurance
I am aged over 65, can I still obtain travel insurance
What group discounts are available
What does excess mean
Before you go on holiday, don't forget to

Why do I need travel insurance

You may fall ill or have an accident, you could have money or luggage stolen, your holiday might be cancelled or cut short through injury or illness. Your travel insurance will cover these eventualities and reimburse you or if necessary pay your medical bills.

What is single trip travel insurance

Single trip travel insurance is cover for the duration of one holiday. If you or your group are only planning to go away once within a year, then you only need single trip travel insurance.

What is winter sports travel insurance

Winter sports travel insurance provides the same cover as single trip with the addition of providing cover for winter sports, such as snow skiing, boarding, etc. The sports covered vary with insurer.

What is annual multi trip travel insurance

If you are going away more than once a year than this will probably work out as the more cost effective option for you. Annual multi trip insurance provides cover for any number of trips within a 12 month period, providing each trip does not exceed the maximum number of consecutive days allowed. The maximum number of consecutive days allowed varies with insurer but is usually in the region of 30.

As with single trip travel insurance there is the option of purchasing cover for europe and / or worldwide destinations. Annual multi trip insurance usually includes cover for a winter sports holiday aswell.

What is family travel insurance

The level of cover offered in family insurance is the same as that in single trip, winter trip and annual multi trip. The premium is calculated on a family group basis and therefore is more cost-effective for insuring your family than buying separate policies for each individual.

I am aged over 65, can I still obtain travel insurance

Yes you can. Policies vary with insurers but the majority of our panel provide cover for the over 65s. Some restrictions do apply for over 70s and some geographical restrictions apply. When you complete the quotation request on InsuranceNow, you will automatically be shown the policies suitable for you. Please note, if you are obtaining a quotation for a group of travellers, some of whom are under 65 and some of whom are over 65, please obtain separate quotes for each age group as this will maximise the options available to you.

What group discounts are available

Some insurers offer discounts for larger groups (10 or more). With InsuranceNow, applicable discounts are deducted from your quote and itemised for you.

What does excess mean

Excesses are the amounts of a claim that you have to pay. With travel insurance most insurers will not pay the first £35 of a claim.

Before you go on holiday, don't forget to

  • Take your travel insurance policy number and the 24-hour emergency number with you
  • Ensure you have a valid passport and the necessary visas
  • Take a photocopy of important documents with you and leave a copy with your family
  • Check what vaccinations you need with your GP at least six weeks before you travel
  • Pack any medication in your hand luggage
  • If travelling within the EEA (European Economic Area), get an E111 from the Post Office
  • Take a phrase book that you can use in emergencies

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