Jet2 has issued "essential" advice as people jet off for their summer holidays about one thing every holidaymaker must remember before they go.
The airline and package holiday provider, which offers getaways to more than 55 destinations across Europe from 10 UK airports including Newcastle, is expected to fly more than 15 million tourists abroad this summer. But as holiday season gets under way, travellers have been urged not to forget about an essential add-on that could stop them losing out on thousands: travel insurance.
Jet2 wrote on Twitter: "Travel insurance may not be exciting, but it is essential! Buy our 5* Defaqto travel insurance directly from our website, app or contact centre now and you could WIN back the cost of your holiday!"
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One Jet2 customer replied: "Every time I travel I take out your travel insurance. Excellent value and customer service."
Martin Lewis issued a stark warning to all holidaymakers over travel insurance last month, urging all travellers to get their insurance "as soon as you book". The MoneySavingExpert founder said: "If you've booked a holiday abroad, and don't have travel insurance, do it now, today, do not delay. I admit I say this with a hint of desperation."
He went on: "EVERY summer, my heart sinks after someone asks me a question who'd had 'getting travel insurance' on their to-do list, but didn't prioritise it. Usually they've had a serious diagnosis (too often cancer), injury, redundancy or bereavement, can't go on holiday, and are shocked the airline or hotel won't let them cancel.
"So let me be blunt. Unless you booked with free cancellation, being ill doesn't give you rights. It's like arguing you can return a tennis racket as faulty because you have a broken arm."
Martin explained: "That's why you need to get travel insurance ASAB (As Soon As You Book). It's not just there to cover you in case things go wrong while you're on holiday. Half the value is protection BEFORE travelling, in case something happens to stop you from going."
The exact level of cover you will get with your travel insurance varies by policy, so the MoneySavingExpert team advises always checking the terms carefully before you buy. It's also worth shopping around for your cover, with dozens of options out there and prices starting from around £9 - the MSE website has a Cheap Travel Insurance Finder tool to help you find the best policy for you.
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