Visiting the United Kingdom for the first time? Visiting a new country can be extremely daunting and individuals can often feel nervous as well as excited before visiting one of the most desirable destinations in the world. Here is a list of things and tips to keep in mind whilst visiting the UK for the very first time to make your first trip comfortable, memorable and to avoid any unwanted confusion. Valid Passport You must have a valid passport which must be valid for the duration of your stay…
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Towards the renewal of the tourism industry – the changes that have taken place in the travel insurance post COVID-19
The sky is slowly opening up, with more and more countries agreeing to accept vaccinated tourists and among the things that have changed their face since the COVID-19 came into our lives, is the field of travel insurance. Just as there is the world before September 11, 2001 and after September 11, so now there is the world before the corona and the world after the corona. If flying a year and a half ago required of us a, b and c, then today in order to fly it requires a, b,…
Read MoreThings to Keep in Mind before Starting a Travel Agency
In today’s dynamic era, the mundane 9-5 jobs don’t appeal to the upcoming millennials. As a result, they step into entrepreneurial ventures with a vision to expand their horizons and explore the world. While some think of becoming tour guides, others have bigger plans like starting a travel agency. After all, what could be better than exploring new places, cuisines, and cultures while making money? The travel industry is consistently growing, which means that travel demand isn’t likely to drop anytime soon. In short, people love to travel, and these…
Read MoreTravel insurance vs protection: Which one gives you the coverage your trip needs?
Understanding the difference between the two can help you to make the right choices. Whether you’re headed on vacation or a business trip, the travel insurance vs protection debate can seem like a confusing one. This is particularly true if you don’t know how they’re similar and what makes them difference. To start, it’s important to know that there is a difference between a policy and a plan. The difference between travel insurance vs protection is important enough that if you make a mistake, you may think you have coverage…
Read MoreTravel insurance coverage purchasing is on the rise among Americans
A Generali Global Assistance survey says 51 percent are now buying these policies. Generali Global Assistance (GGA) published its travel insurance coverage survey finds, showing that Americans are purchasing these policies more often when they head away from home. This, according to the Holiday/2021 Travel Sentiment Survey held from October 26 to November 5. The GGA travel insurance coverage survey involved the participation of 1,138 travelers in the United States. It asked about their upcoming plans and preferences for heading away. The findings showed that 74 percent who said that…
Read MoreMen buy more trip insurance but are also riskier travelers, survey
Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection research shows that men are more willing to take travel chances. While men are more likely to purchase trip insurance before they travel, they’re also more inclined to take risks amid the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, found a Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection survey. Women are more likely to comply with government safety and health guidance. The survey also showed that while women are less likely to buy trip insurance, their travel is less risky. They are more likely to follow government recommendations for health and safety. Moreover,…
Read MoreAmericans more likely to buy travel insurance than they were pre-pandemic
This crisis has drawn attention to the reality of risk and unexpected events that can suddenly occur. About 45 percent of Americans are likely to buy travel insurance to cover future trips as movement is introduced once more, according to a recent NerdWallet survey. The survey involved the participation of 2,000 adults across the United States. The research was designed to help better understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis on the financial habits of Americans. What it found was that there was a greater likelihood that Americans would…
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