From 5th May 2021, while we can still cover you under the standard sections of our travel insurance policy while on a cruise holiday we are unable to offer the additional cover previously provided by the Cruise travel optional extra section, while we make improvements to the booking engine of our website.

However, this is just a temporary measure. In the near future we will be able to offer travel insurance to people whilst on cruises under our Single Trip and Annual multi-trip policies once more.

With our Cruise Insurance cover, you get all the great benefits of our Single Trip and Annual insurance policies, but you're
also covered for risks that are unique to cruises, including:
  • Missed port departure:
    If you miss the ship beacuse of public transport delays or your vehicle breaking down on your way to the port, we’ll pay for transport costs so you can catch it at the next port.
  • Cruise interruption:
    If you fall ill and need to be hospitalised ashore, we’ll pay for the travel expenses so you can re-join the cruise when you’re feeling better.
  • Cabin confinement:
    We’ll pay up to your claim limit if you’re ill and the doctor confines you to your cabin. This also applies if there’s a medical situation on board that means you have to stay in your cabin.
  • Cruise itinerary changes:
    If there’s bad weather or a reason why your ship can’t make a scheduled stop, we’ll pay up to the limit shown on your policy.
  • Unused excursions cover:
    If you can’t make a trip or excursion due to injury, illness or the ship not being able to stop as scheduled, we’ll cover you for the unused cost.
To understand exactly what your Cruise cover includes and what exclusions apply, please carefully read your
policy information, and the terms and conditions of your cover.

Many bank accounts and credit cards come with some level of travel insurance cover. While some may be comprehensive, they may not cover you for everything you have planned whilst you’re away, particularly if you have adventurous plans or unusual excursions booked. 

Make sure you look into the travel insurance policy that you have before every trip, to make sure it’s suitable for you and your plans.

Purchasing a holiday using a credit card means you are often protected by Consumer Protection cover. In most cases, it allows you to get your money returned to you if your provider defaults and you cannot travel.

If you have booked a holiday through a tour operator or travel agent, it may be worth checking if you are covered by ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) or ATOL (Air Travel Organiser’s License). This type of cover means that your package holiday is protected if, for example, the travel company providing your holiday arrangements or the travel agent themselves fail financially or close down.

Your travel agents will be able to tell you if your holiday is ABTA or ATOL protected. Alternatively, use the links provided to check your cover at home.

Having a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) will entitle you to the government-provided healthcare of the European Union country you are visiting and lowering the medical costs you would normally expect to pay. Although this is a good addition to take on holiday, it should not be seen as a replacement for travel insurance which could provide you with further protection and peace of mind whilst you are abroad. Our travel insurance policies can protect you against many unforeseen eventualities.
We will no longer be able to provide travel insurance policies that cover people's pre-existing medical conditions. This is only a temporary measure while we make improvements to the booking engine of our website. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again. 
If you fancy taking more than one golf break this year, our Annual travel insurance can protect you on an unlimited number of trips, lasting up to 31 days, over 1 year.
If you’re just heading on one golf holiday this year, then our Single Trip golf insurance is probably right for you. It’ll help cover you for up to 180 days.
Golf is a popular pastime for seniors. Our seniors travel insurance can include golf cover, so you can play to your heart’s content.
Whether you’re heading for an action-packed adventure or want to keep things at a leisurely pace on your next family holiday, protect your loved ones on one policy with Family travel insurance from Allianz Assistance. 
Many sports and leisure activities are covered on our standard travel insurance policies at no additional premium. We are unable to provide cover for riskier sports and leisure activities like kite surfing and rugby. This is a temporary measure while we make improvements. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again.
While we can still cover you under the standard sections or our travel insurance policies while on a Golf holiday, will no longer offer the additional cover previously provided by the Golf optional extra section. This is only a temporary measure while we make improvements to the booking engine of our website. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again. 
Canada’s incredibly popular with winter sports enthusiasts and it’s easy to see why. If you’re visiting the slopes of Whistler or the pistes of Mont-Tremblant, our Winter Sports and Ski insurance is suitable for most travellers.
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HealthHero 24/7 GP telephone and video consultations
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Our travel insurance policies provide you access to HealthHero – a 24/7 GP telephone and video consultation service* – which connects you with a UK GP to provide the reassurance and professional medical advice you need while you’re travelling abroad.
 
*For video consultations, time restrictions apply and UK Bank Holidays are excluded.
Alternative Cover Options For Pre-existing Medical Conditions

If you have a pre-existing medical condition that we are unable cover under our own policies, you may be able to obtain an alternative travel insurance policy through one of the providers featured in the MoneyHelper directory of specialist travel insurance providers for people with serious medical conditions. Do take time to study and compare the terms and conditions to ensure you have the cover you need. To contact the Money Advice Service for further details of the directory

Call: 0800 138 7777 (lines are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm)
or
Email: traveldirectory@maps.org.uk