MANCHESTER, England,
Aug. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/
-- As a new survey reveals that 63 percent of Brits worry most
about not having enough cash to spend on holiday, travel tech
specialist Aquarium Software argues many more should be concerned
instead about not having any travel insurance. The survey from
First Direct suggests cash is very much still king when it comes to
traveller priorities but as 6.5 million Brits jet off for the
school holidays, no one in the survey expressed any thoughts on the
one thing that could solve many of these money worries –
comprehensive travel insurance.
Research by Aviva found 26 million of us do not purchase
insurance at the same time we book our holiday, while a staggering
23 per cent don't buy travel insurance at all. Aquarium is using
its cutting-edge software and Smartphone apps to help insurers
bridge the gap and encourage more people to invest in cover.
"Survey after survey shows money worries prey on our minds, but
holiday is not the time to cut insurance corners," said Aquarium
Software Director, Mark Colonnese.
"65 percent fear cards being stolen and two thirds fear losing cash
abroad. Insurance never makes these lists, yet comprehensive cover
could cap all the worry and we could all spend more time relaxing
and enjoying the most important two weeks of the year," added
Mark.
"Brits spend £4,792 on the average family holiday and having
spent all this money, surely protecting such an investment makes
complete sense," added Colonnese. "With family insurance available
for as little as £50, it remains a puzzle why more of us are not
covered. The risk of health problems; cancellations; crime; losing
pounds and possessions; plus, the cost (emotional and financial) of
resolution and replacement, makes insurance a no brainer. Apps can
help educate people about the importance of travel insurance, by
putting the facts in the palm of their hand. Tech also enables
providers to bring exciting new products to market faster than
ever. Cash may still be king, but overseas, insurance cover should
be prioritised," concluded Mark.
Aquarium Software is used by a number of travel insurers; pet
insurers; and other consumer service providers and affinity
partners in the UK, Europe,
USA and Canada. For further information contact
Aquarium Software on +44 (0)161 927 5620 or visit
http://www.aquarium-software.com
SOURCE Aquarium Software