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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 [...]
Home Insurance: Beat The Burglar
With burglaries on the rise, it’s more important than ever to safeguard your home whilst also having home insurance. Watch our informational video below for tips to ensure your fully protected. Our video was also featured on www.independent.ie
Ski Insurance – The Things You Need To Know about your holidays
Ski trips are now very popular for those who want something different from their holiday. If your planning to hit the slopes, make sure to get ski insurance and watch our informational video below for tips on how you can enjoy the snow safely. Our video was featured on www.independent.ie
Travel Insurance: Top Tips on Avoiding Travel Mishaps
Even the most seasoned travelers can make errors just before that all important trip. To ensure you have a smooth journey, purchase adequate travel insurance and watch our informational video below. Our video was featured on www.independent.ie