Travel Insurance Headlines

XN launches IPMI MGA using CoverGo platform

The greenfield managing general agent is targeting markets in Europe, Asia and Africa

APRIL International UK launches Easy Pay Card

The new digital payment solution is for clients of the IPMI provider’s UK business, following a successful launch in other markets last year

KBL Insurance launches travel product

The policy can be customised for both solo and group travel, as well as business and leisure

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SCTI sees rise in under-30’s claiming on travel insurance

The insurer emphasised the need for customers to plan ahead

International SOS partners with Booking.com

The partnership will provide small organisations with access to trusted global medical and security protection services

World Nomads reports surge in European travel policies

New data from global travel insurer World Nomads reveals a marked shift towards more accessible destinations

Two fifths of travellers have had medical issues abroad

Many travellers are going abroad without travel insurance – and no clear idea of how to pay for any medical costs

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Travel insurance cost equal to just 1% of holiday spending

A new study has found that the cost of buying travel insurance is equal to just 1% of holidaymakers’ average expenditure when on an overseas break

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Travel Insurance Long Reads

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Risky business: underwriting medical conditions

Travel insurance underwriters face multiple challenges when developing products that include cover for medical conditions. Stefan Mohamed looks at some of the headaches they face – and potential solutions

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Industry Voice: Pre-existing medical conditions are no barrier to travel

Peter Norman, Head of Partnerships at OneBefore, tells us about the problems and dilemmas policyholders face when applying for travel insurance

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Industry Voice: Debunking common myths in the US travel insurance market

The US Travel Insurance Association (USTIA) shares with us the five most common misconceptions of the travel insurance market in America

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Interview: Erick Morazin

Erick Morazin, Founder and CEO of The Collaboration & Partnership Lab, talks to Michelle Royle about his career, the globalisation of the industry, and the importance of partnerships

Travel insurance for high-risk regions – risk identification and mitigation

Chloe Fox speaks to risk experts about how insurers can identify hotspots and provide adequate cover to high-risk regions

Interview: Fernando García Ruiz, CEO of Universal Assistance LatAm

Fernando García Ruiz, CEO of Universal Assistance LatAm, speaks to Michelle Royle about his role, the Latin American market, and embracing ChatGPT

Interview: Irene García Sáez, Head of Business and Chief Data Officer at MAWDY

Irene García Sáez, Head of Business and Chief Data Officer of MAWDY, speaks to Michelle Royle about how crucial network supplier agreements are, and the importance of embracing new technology

Industry Voice: Navigating the evolution of travel insurance with data

Mark Carney, President and CEO of WorldTrips, shares his insights on how the US travel insurance company is utilising data to make informed decisions about products

Traveller safety in Asia

Alysia Cameron-Davies explores the key travel risks and insurance trends within Asia

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Interview: Steve Thompson, Head of Accident and Health at Optio Group

Steve Thompson, Head of Accident and Health at Optio Group, discusses with Chloe Fox the industry changes over the past decade and the challenges of working across multiple international markets

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Interview: Andy Mirams, Head of Products and Insights at nib Travel

Michelle Royle spoke with Andy Mirams, Head of Products and Insights at nib Travel, about global industry challenges and what’s next for the business

Teaching Brits the true value of insurance

Are British travellers complacent about insurance? Carrie Dunn investigates, and asks what the industry can do to strengthen its position

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