Mind Body and Soul by Joy Thrun (10/9/09)
New Domestic Checked Baggage Fees:
Northwest, Delta, United, Continental and US Airways 7/25/09)
Hear Joy Thrun's radio interview about new nonstop flights from Lansing.(6/16/09)
Joy Thrun addresses the Swine Virus - hear the radio interview (4/29/09)
Return on Investment by Joy Thrun 4/16/09
Kid Friendly Mexico? by Joy Thrun 3/27/09
Where in the World is Our Dollar Strong? by Joy Thrun 10/8/08
Classic Travel President featured in Lansing Business Monthly (PDF 7/25/08)
New Passport Requirements Delayed - Proof of Application Required (6/7/07)
Corporate Travel Management Equals Cost and Time Management (1/5/07)
Airport Security Update: TSA Adjusts Liquid Ban (10/20/06)
New Passport Requirements for U.S. Citizens to Mexico, Caribbean, Bermuda (10/3/06)
Security Levels Raised to Red and Orange. Restricted Carry-on Policies (8/10/06)
bullet British Airways Revises Baggage Policy
Joy Thrun Appointed to Better Business Bureau Board of Directors
Smoke and Mirrors -
A Note From the President on Corporate Travel Services
Northwest changes "Wait until your row is called" boarding.
The Toronto Star Reports the Value of a Travel Agency - "Brick vs. Clicks"
New TSA Screening Procedures Announced
Ban on Lighters in Airports & Planes Begins

CT Partners with MFD to Provide Bereavement and Medical Emergency Travel Services

Joy Thrun Featured in the Lansing State Journal
British Airways Moves Terminal at Detroit Airport
Classic Travel Partners with Pray Funeral Home to Provide Bereavement Travel Arrangements
New study shows that Agents get the Lowest Fares
Duty Free Allowance Increased

 

Travel Protection Basics


Now, more than ever, travelers should protect themselves and their trip investment with a quality protection plan. The right plan provides peace of mind and safeguards against the unexpected.

There are two main types of plans: those that offer trip cancellation/ interruption coverage and those that focus on "post-departure" or health and medical coverage.

Plans with Trip Cancellation/ Interruption, such as Travelex's Travel Plus and TraveLite, bundle comprehensive medical benefits together with coverage for travelers who must cancel or interrupt their trip for reasons including:

  • Sickness, Injury, or Death of the Insured, a Family Member or Traveling Companion
  • Bankruptcy or default of a travel provider
  • Occurrence of a terrorist incident in their destination city - foreign or domestic

It's important to purchase plans within 14 days of initial trip deposit in order to obtain coverage for pre-existing medical conditions and bankruptcy/ financial default. Unlike some providers, Travelex covers pre-existing conditions for people of all ages. Remember, while supplier coverage is sometimes less expensive than a comprehensive protection plan, the benefits are usually lower and will not offer protection if the supplier files for bankruptcy, a more common occurrence these days.

Travelers who choose not to protect their trip costs can still obtain a comprehensive plan that includes coverage for sickness, medical evacuation, travel delay, baggage loss or damage, and baggage delay. For those who want to combine these benefits with up to $500,000 in flight accident coverage, package plans such as Flight Plus or Annual Multi-trip protection are available.

All Travelex plans include 24 hour, worldwide emergency assistance for a wide range of needs including: emergency cash transfers, lost passport assistance, prescription/ eyeglass refill or replacement and medical referrals.

Not all plans are the same. Be sure to review full plan details before purchasing. Travelex plans offer great benefits you may not find with other providers, including:

Click here to purchase Travelex insurance onlinePrimary Coverage: In the event of a claim, there are no deductibles and you file first with Travelex.

Family Friendly Plans: Kids under 16 are covered at no additional cost when accompanied by a covered adult.

Key Person Coverage: Key persons, defined as an employed caregiver or person with whom you have lived for 12 continuous months, are included under trip cancellation coverage.

Click here to purchase Travelex Insurance online.

To learn more about travel protection, or have us purchase protection for you, contact Classic Travel at:

Classic Travel
4767 Okemos Road, Okemos, Mi 48864
Phone: (517) 349-6200, Toll Free: (800) 643-3449, Fax: (517) 349-6656
e-mail info@classictravelusa.com
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