Travel Insurance
Brits risking their valuables at festivals, says new researchSome 54 per cent of festival goers are putting their valuables at risk by not having adequate insurance |
7% of young holidaygoers have committed travel insurance fraudSeven per cent of holiday makers aged between 18 and 34 have carried out travel insurance fraud |
The top five current accounts to switch to for cash and benefitsIf you have never switched current accounts there are some very enticing options for 2013. Choose from free cash, free insurance, no overdraft fees or cashback. |
M&S Premium current account offers £600 of freebies for £20pmM&S Bank has launched a New Year offer on its Premium current accounts with or without travel insurance costing £15 or £20 per month respectively with freebies valued at £337 or £582 annually. |
Winter sports travel insurance warning as claims costs riseSainsbury's Bank Travel Insurance is warning that the cost of claims have risen in four of the six most popular destinations for winter sports holidaymakers. |
Why travel insurance is vital even if your holiday is in the UKJust because you are not getting on a plane doesn't mean you don't require travel insurance if you are going away for a short break in the UK. |
Exclusive offer: Save an extra £20 on discounted city hotels!JustBook is a new app that allows you to make same day bookings after midday to get hotels at discount prices – and Myfinances.co.uk readers can get a further 20% off. |
How is your travel insurance affected by ATOL changes?Recent changes to the protection offered by ATOL for flights and holidays have some benefits, but do they replace the security of a comprehensive travel policy? |
Flights cost less in midweek, says Which? reportNew research from consumer group Which? shows that travellers can save significant sums of money by being flexible over the day of the week and time of day they choose to travel. |
Online or agent? How to find the cheapest holidaySearching online to find a cheaper holiday is becoming more popular, but is using the inside information a high street travel agent has a better bet? |
How to find the right travel insurance policyThe weather in the UK will drive many away to sunnier places this year but if you are travelling make sure you get the right travel insurance policy. Our guide shows you what to look for. |
FSA publishes new rules on insurance in packaged bank accountsThe Financial Service Authority (FSA) has published new rules surrounding the eligibility of customers to claim on insurance products included within packaged bank accounts. |
Post Office offers top tips for driving in EuropeThanks to the strong pound, driving in Europe will cost less this year in almost every motoring holiday destination, according to the Post Office. |
Don’t let tent thieves wreck your festival funFestival goers are being urged to make sure their possessions are protected while they party away from home this summer. |
One in five holidaymakers don’t know if they are insuredA fifth of Brits don't bother with travel insurance, think they are protected under another policy such as health, or simply don't know if they are covered. |
Travel insurance top tips ahead of Easter holidaysIf you are going on holiday this Easter make sure you have the right travel insurance. Check out these top tips before you buy. |
Top tips from Hiscox for half term ski tripsHeading to the slopes this half term? Specialist insurer Hiscox is offering some helpful hints for those embarking on a winter break. |
OFT pressure leads to cut in currency and holiday money chargesThe Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has pledged to improve the service to travellers and holidaymakers by cutting charges on foreign currency and bank card use abroad. |
Thomas Cook aims to reduce debts by shutting 200 UK storesStruggling holiday operator, Thomas Cook will shut 200 UK stores with the loss of 660 jobs as it tries to reduce its debt and raise its share price. |
Hiscox launches new travel insurance policyA new travel insurance policy has been launched by specialist insurer Hiscox. |
Top winter insurance tipsMyfinances.co.uk's latest guide to insurance shows you how to get through winter without having to make an insurance claim. |
Winter sports fans urged to seek adequate travel insuranceFans of winter sports have been urged to seek appropriate travel insurance in order to ensure themselves and their belongings are protected. |
Thomas Cook in crisis loan talks as shares fall by 95% since JanIconic UK travel firm, Thomas Cook has seen its share price drop sharply after entering in emergency talks with banks to secure a further £100 million loan. |
One in five still travelling without insuranceA fifth of travellers heading abroad fail to buy appropriate levels of insurance for their trip. |
The ultimate guide to gap year financeAugust sees a dramatic rise in the search for comprehensive travel insurance polices for long-term travellers but there are other areas of your finances that you need to take control of too, says Kate Saines. |
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