Travel Tips to Hurricane Proof Your Vacation
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
Vacationing with Irene
Hurricane Irene is altering schedules for flights, cruises and trains leaving this weekend. Your cruise and vacation plans will most likely continue to be adjusted, delayed or cancelled as the storm’s impact becomes evident.
Passengers should check with the airline, cruise line or their travel agent because your flight or cruise ship may depart early or be delayed. USA Today reports, over 400...
Tropical Storm Emily scatters cruise ships in the Caribbean
A tropical storm warning is in effect for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands today, while Haiti and the Dominican Republic could be affected tomorrow, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.
Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Lines and Princess Cruises have all deverted their U.S. Virgin routes. Read more at USA Today.
If you are planning a cruise this summer or fall, then we recommend...
CDC Issues Article about Managing Summer Heat and Travel With Diabetes
SOURCE:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Getting out of the routine is part of the fun of traveling. But if you have diabetes, there’s one routine you need to take with you: your care routine.
Meals away from home, time zone changes, summer heat and poor air quality can all affect how well you manage diabetes. Before you hit the road, review these tips for taking care of yourself....
Bad news for Caribbean cruisers? Feds expect lots of hurricanes
travel insurance for your cruise
From USA Today
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s just-released annual forecast for the Atlantic, Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico is calling for 12 to 18 named storms, with six to 10 becoming hurricanes.
The agency predicts three to six of the storms will turn into “major” hurricanes, with wind speeds above 111 mph.
If you are going...
CDC: Measles epidemic poses travel risks
travel medical insurance for traveling to countries with measles
Measles — a disease that was declared eliminated in the USA in 2000 — is again breaking out across the country, in the largest outbreak in 15 years, spread largely by unvaccinated travelers who bring home the disease. – USA Today
So far this year, 118 reports of Measles have been reported to the Center for Disease Control(CDC). ...
What the Department of State Can and Can’t Do in a Crisis
What the Department of State Can and Can’t Do in a Crisis
Do you always evacuate U.S. citizens during a crisis overseas?
The actions we take depend on the nature of the crisis. In some instances, we may only need to provide information on conditions in the country, such as warning about areas of unrest, how and where to seek help, and other useful advice. In more serious situations, we may...
You Might Have Too Much Travel Insurance
It might surprise you that a travel insurance broker is suggesting you buy less travel insurance but according to the new Department of Transportation rules which take affect on August 23, U.S. airlines will be required to compensate you for tarmac delays of over 3 hours, bumped flights and lost luggage. According to a recent USA Today article, in addition to the above mentioned passenger rights,...
Why We Travel (from the NY Times)
“Don’t go there,” the know-it-all, stay-at-home finger wagger says of many a distant place. I have heard it my whole traveling life, and in almost every case it was bad advice. In my experience these maligned countries are often the most fulfilling. Read more at NY Times
Really great article. Don’t let the distractions of the news distract you from experiencing the world. With a few...
American attendants downplay strike threat — kind of
The head of American Airlines’ flight attendant union is downplaying the threat of a strike at the carrier. But that’s not because labor relations are improving. Read more at USA Today.
You might want to consider buying trip delay or trip cancellation insurance if you have American Airline reservations or planning to take a trip on American Eagle or connecting flights using American Airlines. ...
Travel insurance limits the financial risk of an unforeseen emergencies. You have spent time, money and valuable resources in planning your vacation, cruise and trip, but unforeseen emergencies can happen before you arrive at the airport or on the day you return. Be prepared, get a quote and purchase one of our Travel Insurance policies today. Your investment, health and family are worth it.
"Know before you go." - Access personalized travel safety information online, by telephone or email 24 hours a day. Global security with 365 day worldwide travel assistance and claims service.
Your safety, security and satisfaction are our concern. We offer a 10 day money back guarantee, direct billing from US and international doctors, access to English speaking doctors in over 160 countries and receive up to the minute critical alerts by email.
Travel with Peace of Mind 
