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Travel and Holiday Gifts: What To Know Whether bringing presents to friends or relatives or visiting Christmas Markets in Europe for holiday gifts, it’s important to know customs and security regulations, advises the US Travel Insurance Association. Below are some guidelines from TRIP, UStiA’s consumer resource center. Domestic Travel And Departing The U.S. … Continue reading
The Milford Track has always held a place in my imagination. So when I learned that I could actually do a one-day “Milford Encounter” walk on the beginning part of the track, I jumped at the chance. I took an early morning cab into Queenstown – a five minute drive – to meet up with … Continue reading
Kudos go to the governors of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, and to New York City mayor, Michael Bloomberg on their exemplary crisis communications during Hurricane Sandy. Through press and phone briefings with the media, they kept the public updated on the latest developments as they occurred. Their responses were candid and forthcoming. … Continue reading
Each year thousands of travelers become seriously ill or injured while traveling, requiring emergency evacuation or other medical transportation assistance. They may be in a remote area where adequate medical care is unavailable, their injury or illness may be so severe that they need specialized care, or they may be unable to return home safely without medical support.
According to the US Travel Insurance Association, most patients requiring medical transport fall into 4 categories Continue reading
Queenstown bills itself as the adventure capital of New Zealand. And no wonder. Here you can find arrangements for everything from bungee jumping and 4-wheel drive tours to paragliding and jetboating. Hugging the shores of scenic Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown makes an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area, from a trip down the scenic Glenorchy … Continue reading
According to the US Travel Insurance Association, getting the right care, communicating with medical professionals and those back home, and paying for emergencies are issues that travelers may ignore until they are confronted with an illness or accident, especially when abroad.
UStiA urges travelers to be adequately insured so that they are covered in case of a medical emergency. To that effect, the association suggests that travelers ask the following questions: Continue reading
Ever since I can remember, I’ve wanted to see New Zealand, especially the South Island. On my wish list were the Milford Track, Milford Sound, and the Southern Alps. I had the opportunity to visit last fall, when Goway helped me arrange the trip of a lifetime. My biggest problem was time. I had been … Continue reading
Assistance services play a crucial role in helping travelers when the unexpected occurs. It may be an injury or illness while traveling abroad, a lost passport, a legal problem, political unrest or even a natural disaster like an earthquake. In these and other situations, a 24/7 hotline provided with most comprehensive travel insurance and assistance policies goes to work on behalf of the traveler, arranging needed services that can range from air evacuations to help replacing legal documents. Continue reading
My introduction to a Flat White came unexpectedly when I missed a connecting flight from Auckland to Wellington. The Air New Zealand flight from L.A. to Auckland was packed. Qantas was on strike, and Air New Zealand was accommodating passengers booked on Qantas, filling every seat on the aircraft. Much to my chagrin, I had … Continue reading
When temperature and humidity soar, travelers — particularly children, the elderly, those with chronic medical conditions, and people who are substantially overweight – may be prone to heat stroke. Even young and healthy individuals can be vulnerable if they are too active. Continue reading
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