Brits left in the lurch abroad have new lifeline

American Express Insurance Services has developed a product called ‘Stranded Traveller Assistance’ designed specifically for people who find themselves left high and dry in a foreign country as a result of their travel operator going bust. With the recent collapse of travel companies leaving thousands of travellers stranded, Britons going abroad will want the peace of mind this product brings.

Clearly people will not be put off their travels this year as recent news reveals that Britons are unwilling to forego their beloved holidays despite the economic downturn. The latest product from American Express Insurance Services provides people with a safeguard that allows them to return home to the UK if their transport operator ceases to trade.

Chris Rolland, Head of American Express Insurance comments: “With Britain facing growing economic problems, people are increasingly feeling the need to take a break and go on holiday - swapping stress for a week or two of rest and relaxation.

“However, as we have seen with the recent airline collapses, a dream holiday can soon turn into a nightmare if people do not make sure that they have the right measures in place to protect themselves in case of a disaster.

“Our Stranded Traveller Assistance policy enables policy holders to return home if their holiday operator ceases to trade. The service allows a policy holder up to £2,500 for additional or alternative travel home – a safeguard that will leave you to enjoy your holiday free from the stresses and strains of the UK and safe in the knowledge that you and your family are protected.

“At American Express Insurance Services, we provide insurance for busy Brits’ so you can make sure that travel insurance is not one of the things that slips off your ‘to do’ list before you go on holiday.”

Stranded traveller assistance policy from £14.95 a year on top of your Single Trip or Annual Policy cover:

What you are covered for:

If no reasonable alternative transport back to the UK is made by the tour operator or transport provider we will pay for:

up to £2,500 per person for additional or alternative travel home

necessary costs for transferring you to an alternative airport or transport terminus.

necessary costs for transporting you to alternative accommodation.

up to £200 per person per night towards meals and accommodation costs incurred after your original published departure time until alternative travel is provided.

up to £2,500 for Travel costs and £200 per night towards meals and accommodation for you or a relative to collect and bring home your children if they are stranded due to a transport provider ceasing to trade.

(Terms and conditions apply)

For more information, visit amercianexpress.co.uk/insurance