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7. Some claims just aren’t worth the excess!

Here’s a tip for you – if you have an excess you need to pay on a claim of £50, make sure your stolen possessions are worth at the very least £50. 01! One traveler who had his bag snatched on holiday had his claim turned down, when it was established the complete inventory of contents was: 1x bottle of water, 1 x newspaper and 1 x packet of mints. No wonder his cheap travel insurance claim was rejected.

8. Criminals aren’t the only animals to ruin your trip

If you’re holidaying in the Black Forest, you may want to make sure you lock up properly when you leave the house. One family came back to their chalet to discover their home had been invaded by one hungry goat, which had proceeded to much his way through their wallets, passports and sandwiches. Their claim for new passports and wallets were rejected on the grounds of negligence in leaving the chalet wide open.

9. Coconut Shy

If you’re planning on relaxing under a tree in Sri Lanka, it’s worth checking your spot carefully, as one traveler found after being concussed by a falling coconut. The injury knocked her out, which may sound unlikely until you consider that the average fresh coconut weights 2 kilograms, and their trees grow up to 30 metres high. A coconut traveling at 53 miles per hour is no joke, and it’s unsurprising that the traveler was reimbursed the £400 medical bills.

10. Coconuts lost

On the other hand, others apparently cannot function without their coconuts: a couple returned from Mauritius to discover their local produce missing. Claiming for two lost coconuts may seem like a reasonable idea on paper, but with each one costing less than a pound to replace, and an initial excess on any claim made of £50, it’s no wonder the travel insurance providers turned this one down. Read more…

Cheap travel insurance has a reputation of being quite a dull area to work in. While it does have its dull routine moments, just like any other job, these are made up for by the occasional inspired funny travel insurance stories you hear. It’s hard to say how many of them are either exaggerated, hugely embellished or just plain made up, but I still found a few of these travel insurance stories made me laugh while I was researching this article, and that’s good enough for me.

Here’s 13 funny travel insurance stories. While 13 is traditionally an unlucky number, a fair few on this list will consider themselves very lucky to be covered by understanding travel insurance companies! The remaining ones who were turned down will no doubt have learned an invaluable life lesson!

1. Cheeky Monkeys Cause Havoc

According to this tale ( tail? ), a group of cheeky monkeys conspired to ruin a couple’s romantic trip to Malaysia. Due to the heat, the couple left the window of their chalet open during the day while they went out, but regretted their decision when they returned to discover their clothes and belongings all over the surrounding resort and neighboring rainforest. The couple’s insurance company were thankfully understanding and ensured they did not need to keep re – wearing the same clothes for the remainder of their trip! Read more…

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You may be thinking of treating your loved one for Valentine ‘ s Day – or to pop the question, or for no special reason at all. However, deciding where to go can pose a dilemma. How do you find the perfect romantic escape? Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Venice

Venice is touristy and expensive, there ‘ s no question about it. However, the city is sure to spark your imagination and romantic streak as you lose yourself in its history and secrets. If budget is important go during off – peak times when you ‘ ll be more likely to find a hotel deal. You could splash out and stay at one of the top hotels like the Cipriani, Danieli or Molini Stucky where you ‘ ll experience Venetian luxury and pampering. Gondola rides are pricey, but unforgettable and not to be missed, so pack a picnic and bottle of Prosecco and let the city work its magic as you glide beneath the Rialto Bridge. Be sure to take a vaporetto ( water bus ) to visit the nearby islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello.

Many people are choosing to cross the pond for their romantic getaways while the exchange rate is still favourable. The U. S. undoubtedly offers tremendous diversity and a choice of romantic locations, such as:

Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas, or Sin City, may not be everyone ‘ s idea of a romantic getaway – but for many it ‘ s all their fantasies rolled into one desert oasis. Love it or hate it, Las Vegas will amaze you. There ‘ s so much to see and do that you may not even think about romance. So, take in some of the first class shows, explore the casinos, and let the desert ‘ s heat ignite your passion. If you get really carried away look out for one of the neon Wedding Chapel signs. Romantic – or tacky – you decide! No doubt there ‘ ll be plenty of divorce lawyers on hand. If you can ‘ t decide between Venice or Las Vegas, then go to Vegas and stay at the Venetian hotel. You ‘ ll get a taste of Venice ‘ Vegas – style ‘ complete with a gondola ride and singing gondolier – with less damage to your wallet!

Aspen

The lovely old mining town of Aspen, Colorado is a fine place for lovers – in winter or summer. It will be pricey, especially during ski season, but even if you don ‘ t ski you can enjoy the après ski activities. You ‘ re likely to rub
shoulders with the rich and famous as you wander the pretty streets and browse the art galleries and boutiques. If Aspen is beyond your budget you could stay ‘ down Valley ‘ at the lovely old western town of Glenwood Springs. Don ‘ t miss the natural hot springs pool and the Yampah Vapour Caves. Read more…

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Bring A Camera

This one sounds obvious I know, but you would be surprised how many people either forget to bring the camera or the extra batteries or the memory card ( in the old days it used to be the film ) etc. Prepare your camera gear in advance so you have it ready to go, you do not want to miss that great sunset or your child’s first encounter with the dolphin.

Keep The Kids Amused

If you are traveling with kids, unless you love to hear “Are we there yet? ” over and over, make sure they have enough to stay amused. Have them pack their own travel bags with things they love in order to keep themselves occupied during the trip on the plane or in the car. You can also find inexpensive travel games in stores, or you can play your own such as ” I Spy ” or the license plate game. Read more…

Whether you are traveling by plane, train or automobile, summer vacations are the perfect opportunity to get away to a favourite spot or experience new sights and adventures. Most important, it is a time to be together and enjoy each other’s company. If however, your trip is not planned correctly, you will spend your vacation stressed out! So regardless if you are packing up the kids in the back of the van or traveling solo to exotic destinations, here are some travel tips to make this summer vacation your best one yet:

Pack Right

Easier said than done right? Packing is a fine balance of bringing what you really need without taking too much. How do you do it? Planning ahead and having a really good list. Bring anything you absolutely must have, bring co – ordinated clothing you can mix and match and make sure to have a list prepared well in advance so you don’t forget anything. Don’t bring too much of anything, you will not wear six pairs of shoes I promise you, and don’t bring anything that can be bought along the way if you really need it. Read more…