‘Seacation’ travel policy launches in the UK

Insurancewith offers the cover as part of its Staycation Plus policy, to provide customers booking a holiday on UK waters further peace of mind that they are protected. The company explains that the Staycation Plus policy and integrated cruise cover now includes:

• Cover for anyone named on the policy who is diagnosed with Covid-19 within 14 days before their trip begins and is legally required to isolate, and as a result misses their holiday;
• Reimbursement should travellers be confined to their cabin on medical advice, for example, due to a sickness outbreak;
• Reimbursement should travellers miss their pre-paid shore excursion as a result of being confined to their cabin on medical advice;
• Reimbursement should the scheduled port of call be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions or timetable restrictions; and
• Cover for necessary emergency medical repatriation and costs should holidaymakers need taking home after being released from hospital.

Cover for cruise-related expenses

“Many people have been put off booking a holiday abroad, particularly for those who because of underlying health conditions have had to shield for over a year,” said Sarah Page, Brand Manager for Insurancewith. “However, we know just how important it is to have a holiday in order to relax, de-stress and spend quality time with loved-ones. ‘Seacations’ offer the chance to do all of those things, with the extra comfort of knowing that should anything happen, you’re just a stop away from home.

“So, if you are planning a UK-cruise in the near future, we strongly advise that you look out for a policy or extension that has the relevant cruise cover, as it is not typically offered as standard.”

Back in November 2020, Cover-More launched its domestic travel insurance policy for New Zealand and Australia that included Covid-related benefits.