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7 Places to Ride out the Apocalypse
These guys know how to ride out the apocalypse. Whether it be the Mayan Apocalypse, a nuclear winter, viral epidemic or zombie outbreak – whatever the method – you can rest assured that the apocalypse is coming. When the end of civilization as we know it arrives, you’ll need somewhere safe and warm to weather the [...]
Central Bank Figures Show a Reduction in the Frequency and Severity of Accidents
New figures released by Central Bank indicate that there has been a significant reduction in the number and expense of motor insurance claims cost. Data shows that between 2002 and 2009, the average cost, measured on a per claim basis, fell to €4218, a reduction of 25 per cent for comprehensive cover and to €5391, [...]
Better Motorists are Helping to Drive Down Insurance Claims
More cautious driving, better roads and improvements to the infrastructure of motor insurance claims is helping to reduce the number and expense of car insurance claim costs. These are the finding following the release of figures from Central Bank. There numbers show in 2009 that the average cost, measured on a per claim basis, fell [...]
Q. Am I covered if my flight is cancelled because of Volcanic Ash?
Should your flight be cancelled due to volcanic ash there is no cover under your Travel Insurance Policy. In the event that an EU regulated airline cancels a flight, you are due to travel on, they are obliged to organise an alternative to allow you to reach your destination or to refund you the cost [...]
Q. Where can I get more information on my rights with regards to a cancelled flight?
You can go to the Commission for Aviation Regulation website www.aviationreg.ie or you can call them from Ireland on Locall 1890 787 787 or if you are outside of Ireland you can freephone them on 00800 678 91011.
Q. What happens with my accommodation should my flight be cancelled?
If you have booked your holiday as a package with a tour operator or travel agent and your flight is cancelled, they should offer you a full refund or reschedule your holiday at an alternative time. If you have booked your accommodation directly, you will need to contact the provider/owner of the accommodation. In most [...]
Home Insurance: Protecting your home.
Did you know that, according to the Central Statistics Office, in the final quarter of 2010 alone, there were more then 6000 burglaries in Ireland? When you consider that 37% of home insurance customers have no burglar alarm installed and 16% do not have adequate locks, there is lot of room for improvement when it [...]
EU Gender Directive: Is my car insurance premium going up?
Men between the ages of 17 and 25 are much more likely to be involved in accidents in Ireland than those of the opposite sex. This is one reason why, to date, men have paid more for their car insurance. However, the EU Gender Directive has set out new requirements for the equal treatment between [...]
Car insurance: What to do in the event of an accident not involving injury.
If nobody is injured in a minor road accident, generally there is no need to call the Gardai. When in a minor road collision there are some important things to remember; • Stay Calm: It is vital to keep a calm head. Check for injuries and damage to both cars. • Warn Others: Turn on [...]
Travel Insurance: Hostelling Made Easy
If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly holiday, hostelling is the ideal way – and if you plan ahead, there will be plenty of money saving options available to you. Hostels may not be glamorous but they are affordable! These are some tips to ensure you have a hassle free holiday while hostelling: • Wear [...]