Posted: 08/19/2015 On Monday, August 17th, two bomb attacks in Bangkok, Thailand, killed 20 people. What you need to know about your policy: As of August 19th, the incident has not been officially deemed as an act of terrorism, meaning there is no coverage for losses related to the attacks for current Tin Leg policyholders. If the bombings in Bangkok become named as a terrorist event, and meet Tin Leg’s definition of “terrorism” (below), there may be coverage for Tin Leg customers to cancel or interrupt their trip. In order to be eligible for these benefits, a Tin Leg policy… Read More
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Position Statement Tropical Storm Bill
Posted: 06/16/2015 On Tuesday, June 16th, Tropical Storm Bill became a named storm in western Gulf of Mexico. As of June 16th, Tropical Storm Bill is no longer considered an unforeseen event. Coverage related to Tropical Storm Bill is not available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. All Tin Leg policies purchased prior to June 16th offer Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Hurricane and Weather. In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, it must meet the following requirements: Occur after the policy is purchased Result in the complete cessation of travel… Read More
Position Statement Tropical Storm Blanca
Posted: 06/02/2015 On Monday, June 1st, Tropical Storm Blanca became the second named storm of the 2015 Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season. As of June 1st, Tropical Storm Blanca is no longer considered an unforeseen event. Coverage related to Tropical Storm Blanca is not available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. All Tin Leg policies purchased prior to June 1st offer Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Hurricane and Weather. In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, it must meet the following requirements: Occur after the policy is purchased Result in the complete… Read More
Position Statement Tropical Storm Andres
Updated: 5/29/2015 On Thursday, May 28th, Tropical Storm Andres became the first named storm of the 2015 Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season. As of May 28th, Tropical Storm Andres is no longer considered an unforeseen event. Coverage related to Tropical Storm Andres is not available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. Tin Leg policies purchased prior to May 28th may have coverage for the tropical storm. In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, it must meet the following requirements: Occur after the policy is purchased Result in the complete cessation of travel services at… Read More
Position Statement Yemen Bombing
Updated: 03/20/2015 On Friday, March 20th, Islamic State militants attacked mosques in Sanaa, Yemen, killing over 130 people. As of March 23rd, the incident has not been officially deemed as a “terrorist” attack, meaning there is no coverage for losses related to the attacks for current Tin Leg policyholders. If the bombings in Yemen are deemed as terrorism and meet Tin Leg’s definition of “terrorism”, travelers who purchased a Tin Leg policy prior to March 20th, 2015 may have coverage. All Tin Leg policies offer Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Terrorism. In order for an attack to be… Read More
Position Statement Tunisia Terrorist Attack
Updated: 03/18/2015 On Wednesday March 18th, two gunmen stormed the Bardo Museum in Tunis, Tunisia, killing 17 tourists, and two others. The U.S. Department of State declared these shootings in Tunisia an act of Terrorism. This incident may be considered an event qualifying for Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Tin Leg customers with Economy, Standard and Luxury policies. Travelers who purchased a Tin Leg policy prior to March 18th, 2015, may be eligible for Cancellation and Interruption coverage if the terrorist attack meets their policy’s definition and impacts their travel plans. In order for an attack to be… Read More
2015 Valentine’s Day Blizzard Position Statement
Updated: 2/13/2015 The “Valentine’s Day Blizzard”, officially named Winter Storm Neptune, is set to bring heavy snow to the North East during Valentine’s Day weekend, with the heaviest snow expected on February 14th. This is the most recent Winter Storm to affect the area, after almost three weeks of freezing temperatures and record snowfall. A main concern of local authorities is the threat of collapsing roofs under pounds of snow and ice. All Tin Leg plans include coverage for travelers whose homes become uninhabitable due to a natural disaster, including a blizzard. Under the Trip Cancellation and Interruption benefit, travelers… Read More
Position Statement Winter Storm Marcus
Released: 2/9/2015 As of Friday, February 6th, Winter Storm Marcus became a named storm. This is the fourth named winter storm in the U.S. in two weeks. Travelers who purchased a Tin Leg, Economy, Standard or Luxury policy prior to February 6th, 2015, may be eligible for cancellation, interruption or travel delay benefits. Tin Leg customers who have purchased a policy prior to the announcement of Winter Storm Marcus are strongly urged to review their coverage as some benefits, including (but not limited to) trip cancellation, interruption, and travel delay, may be applied to the storm. Travelers may utilize the… Read More
Position Statement 2015 Northeast Blizzard
Released: 1/26/2015 Thousands of flight cancellations have already occurred as a result of the Northeast blizzard that is expected to hit on Monday, January 26th, 2015. As of this date, the blizzard is no longer considered unforeseen. Travelers who purchased a Tin Leg, Economy, Standard or Luxury policy prior to January 26th, 2015, may be eligible for cancellation, interruption or travel delay benefits. Tin Leg customers who have purchased a policy prior to the blizzard’s announcement are strongly urged to review their coverage as some benefits, including (but not limited to) trip cancellation, interruption, and travel delay, may be applied… Read More
Position Statement Ottawa Shooting
Released: 10/24/2014 On October 22nd 2014, an exchange of gunfire between a Canadian citizen and Canadian police occurred in the National War Memorial and Parliament building in Ottawa, Canada. The shooting is being referred to as a terrorist attack by the Canadian government. At this time, the incident does not meet Tin Leg’s definition of a “terrorist attack”, meaning there is no coverage for losses related to the attacks. Tin Leg Economy, Standard, and Luxury policies offer Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage if a terrorist attack affects travel plans. In order for an attack to be covered, it must… Read More