Articles tagged “travel insurance”

No one ever wants anything to go wrong while traveling, but if it does, Thailand has you covered.

There haven't been as many travel startup fundraises this year, but there have been many more large dollar amounts than at this point last year.

In a discussion at the 2024 Skift Megatrends event, Joe Mason of Allianz Partners emphasized the importance of sending customers a clear message that caring for them is a brand’s top priority. Travel companies that focus on personalizing every consumer touchpoint will be the winners in the battle for brand loyalty.

Travel is a huge investment and a cherished experience for most people, and customers are demanding more from brands in exchange for their loyalty. Many travelers are making it clear that they want more than status and points — they want real relationships with companies (and people) who care.

If finalised, Indonesia's initiative of visa-free entry to Indians will help the island nation in tapping the massive tourism potential coming from India.

Three tech-enabled property managers — typically less affected by increasing short-term rental regulations — have announced fundraises recently.

While the Hotelviate report does highlight the surge witnessed in India's organized hotel sector, it also approaches the future with cautious optimism. It serves as a reminder that the exceptional developments witnessed in 2022-23 were unprecedented.

Travel insurance has become an unexpected linchpin in delivering a fully connected customer experience, helping travel providers offer more personalized purchasing options, balance self-service with the human touch, and open new avenues for lasting customer relationships.

Lack of education about travel insurance remains the biggest obstacle for brands’ selling it. Companies must therefore inform consumers on why they need the product regardless.

Faye wants to make travel insurance more accessible, and more startups are raising money to digitize hotel operations.