Travel Insurance

Everything You Need to Know About Travel in 2021

By Brenda J. Latham 4 months ago

Just because we haven’t been traveling doesn’t mean our favorite destinations weren’t busy creating new adventures, thinking more sustainably, and capitalizing on the pandemic-driven outdoor boom. There’s a lot to be excited about this year. If you don’t know where to start, we’ve got you. Here’s everything (give or take) in the adventure travel world worth knowing about this year.

1. Sustainability Is the Future

A ski trip with Bella Coola Heli Sports
A ski trip with Bella Coola Heli Sports (Photo: Bella Coola Heli Sports/Eric Berger)

We all know that some of the planet’s most beautiful places are being loved to death. COVID-19’s forced pause on

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The Implications Of The Pandemic On Travel Today

By Brenda J. Latham 4 months ago

Head at Travelpayouts, the largest affiliate marketing network focused on the travel market.

Journalists and travel bloggers are questioning how to talk about travel these days and whether to talk about it at all. Social media users are shying away from posting their locations in fear of being shamed. In the meantime, the travel industry continues to struggle and is experiencing the largest downturn in its history. 

After months of stay-at-home orders, many people have slowly started reuniting with their loved ones, getting out of their hometowns and visiting tourist sites. Some would consider this irresponsible

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Is It Safe To Travel Yet? Here’s The Definitive Answer

By Brenda J. Latham 5 months ago

It’s a confusing time to be a traveler. Many airlines, hotels and travel advisors promise it’s safe to book a vacation. But health officials are telling you to stay home. 

So who’s right?

Both are. (Told you this was confusing.)

It’s safe to book a vacation — new consumer-friendly refund rules mean you won’t lose your entire trip if you cancel — but not necessarily to take one. Health officials are correct, too. You should stay home, particularly if you’re in an at-risk

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FCA Greenlights Specialist Medical List For Travel Insurance

By Brenda J. Latham 5 months ago
Law360, London (January 28, 2021, 6:39 PM GMT) — The Financial Conduct Authority has approved a new travel insurance industry directory of specialist providers for people with more serious preexisting medical conditions.

The British Insurance Brokers Association’s list of specialists, launched on Wednesday, is aimed at travelers who face steep premiums, are declined coverage or have policies canceled because of a medical condition.

The FCA-sanctioned travel insurance directory comes in addition to one published by the Money and Pensions Service, which was set up by the government to provide impartial advice.

“All firms that offer retail travel insurance must include

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