Have You Thought About Group Travel Insurance?

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by Tiffany Parker January 15, 2011 in Insurance News

Being the organizer of a group trip can be a thankless task. Trying to make everyone happy is impossible and the responsibility can often be stressful. One of the best ways you can ensure a successful group trip is by organizing group travel insurance.

Group travel insurance is great for student and school groups, corporate trips and missionaries or charities. Group travel insurance is for parties of five or more travelers outside the home country and can be organized for five days to 12 months – perfect for the long-term charity project as well as a short trip to see the sights of Europe. You can cover up to a combined tour cost of $500,000.

Group travel insurance protects you from losing the entire cost of your trip should one or more of your party be unable to travel. The insurance cover includes medical, evacuation and repatriation, as well as baggage loss or delay for groups of 10 people and above.

You can make a single payment for the whole group by submitting a roster. W

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Home insurance main target for fraudsters

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by Danielle Bailey January 11, 2011 in Insurance News

Home insurance is now the number one target for insurance fraud, with latest industry data showing that 170 of the 335 fraudulent insurance claims detected each day, on average, are cheating householders.

According to the Association of British Insurers (ABI), typical fraudulent household claims involve “accidental” damage to carpets and furniture due to drink spills, which have been caused deliberately.

However, fraudulent motor claims are the most costly: 108 bogus motor insurance claims, worth £1.12 million, are exposed by Britain’s insurers each day, out of a total of £2.3 million in fraudulent claims.

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Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries unveils new website for consumers

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by Tiffany Parker January 11, 2011 in Insurance News

The Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries (AMII) has launched a new website which aims to give clear and impartial advice on private medical insurance .

The site offers guidance about what health insurance is, the benefits of getting independent advice as well as a glossary of private medical insurance terms. It also includes a find a broker section which enables the public to search for members specialising in the type of private medical insurance product (domestic or international) they are looking for.

In launching the site Andrew Tripp, Chairman of AMII, said: “The consumer focus of the new website really supports health insurance intermediaries in providing generic and useful information for potential clients. For brokers themselves the site also includes details of AMII membership benefits and application form to join AMII. Read more…

How to Keep Healthy in the First Semester

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by Tiffany Parker December 23, 2010 in Insurance News

The first semester at international university is a whirlwind of experiences – new friends, new food, new surroundings and a whole heap of new bugs. Common illnesses you may be able to cope with at home can knock you sideways during the frantic first few weeks abroad. How can you keep strong and healthy so you enjoy all the activities on offer?

With a comprehensive health insurance policy you’re covered for hospital stays, doctor visits, drugs and medical evacuation. But how can you avoid problems in the first place so you won’t have to fall back on your health insurance policy?

Take care of your immune system by eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, keeping up your vitamin levels with a supplement and getting as much sleep as you can – we all know the pace of life is hectic but a good night’s rest once in a while will really help your health.

Visit the doctor at the first chance you get if you suffer from unfamiliar symptoms or you’re worried about your stress levels or general health. Catching pr

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