Exposed Vacations

12/22/2023

There are only three "rules" about when to buy a travel insurance plan:

After your first trip payment is made. If you want to purchase a comprehensive plan to cover trip cancellation, we recommend you do it after making at least one payment towards your trip, but some plans require you to have already put money down. You will want to have a good grasp of your total expected trip cost. This will allow you to get the most accurate quote for the right travel insurance plan.

As close to that first payment as possible. If you need coverage for a pre-existing medical condition or are interested in optional Cancel for Any Reason coverage, you should be aware that both of these have time-sensitive eligibility requirements tied to your initial trip payment (among other requirements). In other words, once you’ve paid for a part of the trip (whether it’s airfare, accommodations or a down payment for a cruise) you have a limited amount of time to buy a plan to access these benefits.

Prior to when the plan is needed. You must purchase travel insurance coverage before it is needed. Some travel medical plans are available for purchase after you have departed, but comprehensive plans that include medical coverage must be purchased before departing. However, you can’t buy any medical coverage once you recognize a need for medical attention. The same applies to all travel insurance coverage. Once you recognize the need, it is too late to protect your trip.

12/19/2023

Whether or not you are checking a bag on the plane, your carry-on
should contain your essentials.

Here are tips for packing a carry-on for upcoming air travel:

Use soft sided carry-on to fit in the sizer, overhead bin or under the seat in front.

Do not lie hard carry-on flat, stand it up on edge so more can fit in the overhead compartment.

Pack several outfits, medications, jewellery.

Pack a photo of your passport & document containing your emergency contact info & passport number, citizenship, emergency contacts info, financial institutions & consular services toll-free numbers, emergency medical info including company name, policy number, and toll-free number.

Use luggage tags.

Don't use black luggage. It's hard to identify – use extra luggage tags, luggage cover or luggage strap(s) to identify it.

Take photos of your luggage and its inside contents in case you need to file a claim.

Throw your business card inside as an identifier.

Pack outfits for events in carry-on so you don’t lose them and put a suit in a clear plastic laundry bag so it doesn’t get wrinkled on the flight.

Cross pack if travelling with others – take half of someone else’s clothes and vice versa, and pack outfits.

You can never be too prepared. Cover yourself with flight insurance commonly known as trip cancellation insurance to protect yourself from unexpected events that could happen before and during your trip.

Protect checked bags with
baggage insurance or protect several losses with all-inclusive insurance.

11/02/2023

What is Backpacker Travel Insurance?

Backpacker travel insurance coverage is designed for long, worldwide trips. It's commonly referred to as extended trip insurance, long-term or long-stay travel insurance. Unlike annual travel insurance, backpacker travel insurance allows you to return home and hit the road again in an 18-24 month period.

The longer you travel, the higher the chances that something can go wrong; therefore, travelling without backpacker insurance is risky, especially if you face a medical emergency. Plus, some countries only allow you to enter if you have a travel insurance policy covering emergency medical. Backpacker insurance is comprehensive and includes numerous other benefits.

10/30/2023

Credit Card Travel Insurance vs. Travel Insurance

Bottom line — your credit card may offer some protection. However, it will not provide the same amount of coverage available from traditional travel insurance.

A comprehensive travel insurance plan can cover the entire trip cost in addition to providing key benefits including emergency medical coverage, emergency medical evacuation, trip interruption, trip delay, baggage coverage, and 24/7 emergency assistance. Typically, these plans will run 4-8 percent of a total trip cost.

Travelers seeking additional assistance when evaluating their travel insurance options can contact us for help.

09/12/2023

Depending on the destination you are travelling to, hurricane season typically runs from January through November.

January through March
It's best to avoid travelling to the South Pacific because it is cyclone season.

April through September
May into fall is best to avoid travel to the Eastern and Western Pacific due to hurricanes and typhoons.

June through September is best to avoid travel to the Atlantic and Caribbean because of hurricanes, and the Indian Ocean when cyclones strike.

November through April
Its best to avoid a trip to Eastern Africa due to typhoon season and avoid the month of December also because that's when monsoons hit.

If you plan to travel to a destination during storms, hurricanes, or other natural disasters, consider purchasing flight/trip cancellation insurance and look at the policy to see what events are covered.

05/11/2023

Whether your idyllic Mediterranean holiday is jam-packed with outdoor adventures, exploring historical hubs, dancing the night away under European stars, perusing endless shops, indulging in mouth watering local cuisine, or a little bit of everything — we’re giving you the chance to experience it all (and more) on one of our iconic Mediterranean voyages.

And with voyages sailing from our home port of Barcelona, you may find yourself wanting to come early or leave late (or both) when you see everything this uber-trendy European city has to offer.

05/11/2023

Turkish Airlines is a wonderful long haul airline. They have a great stopover program that allows for free hotels and tours in Istanbul on your way to your destination. Their in-flight catering is among the best at their price point and their business class seats are fantastic.

Call or message us at 917-225-1279 for more information or to book. You will not be disappointed!

Turkish Airlines has redone its in-flight dining menus as it will offer some of the freshest and highest quality food aboard any airline.

02/25/2023

Watching the first LIV Golf tournament of 2023 in Mayakoba, Mexico (streaming this of course - free of charge and on CW Network in US). Cannot believe we had several glorious days at these resorts this past week and weekend. Truly a wonderful, serene and luxurious place to stay. Rosewood, Fairmont, Banyan Tree and Andaz resorts. Call or message us to plan your stay, you will not be disappointed!

02/21/2023

United Airlines - Improvements to Family Seating

You can always message or call us for clarification and booking :)

United Airlines announced an improved family seating policy that makes it easy and free for children to sit with their families.

The carrier invested in a new seat map feature that dynamically finds available adjacent seats when booking, allowing travelers with children under 12 to see more seat options immediately.

“In an era where more families are working in a hybrid environment, they're traveling more often – and they're flying United,” United Chief Customer Officer Linda Jojo said.

The complete policy change—including for customers who purchase Basic Economy tickets—will go into effect in early March. The online seat engine first reviews all available free Economy seats and then opens complimentary upgrades to available Preferred Seats, if needed.

If adjacent seats are unavailable before travel, United’s new policy lets customers switch for free to a flight to the same destination with seat availability in the same cabin, with passengers not being charged if there is a difference in the fare price.

“We're focused on delivering a great experience for our younger passengers and their parents and know it often starts with the right seat,” Jojo continued. “We look forward to rolling out more family-friendly features this year.”

United officials said the company has worked since last summer to seat families together more efficiently by optimizing its seat engine to prioritize families who did not have seats assigned before their day of travel and prioritize adjacent seating for families during schedule changes, aircraft swaps or irregular operations.

United Polaris, United First Class and Economy Plus seats remain separate products and are excluded from this family seating policy change.

01/26/2023

Want to save the time and hassle of checking bags? This option may be for you. We have partnered with Luggage Forward to bring this service to our clients.

https://app.luggageforward.com/book/exposed-Exposed Vacations

I'm traveling light with Luggage Forward!

01/24/2023

To our cruising clients - visiting a port and want to go to a resort instead of a cruise ship excursion? See if there are any day passes available here:

Escape the crowds of the cruise ship & spend your day in port with a Resort for a Day pass!

12/09/2022

www.windstarcruises.com

Message us to inquire and book on these beautiful small ship vacations:

Wiggle your toes in Costa Rica's white-sand beaches and jump into warm Caribbean waters from your yacht's Watersports Platform. Transit the Panama Canal with an incredible close-up view of its scale and engineering. Visit Japan's small ports and historic landmarks as you immerse yourself in its fascinating culture. The beauty of our small ships is that they take you to iconic places as well as off-the-beaten-path gems where bigger ships can't navigate. Whether you seek culture, cuisine, history, or nature, discovering the world on a Windstar cruise may be the most unforgettable way to Seize Your Someday.

Our cruise line offer a wide variety cruise vacation packages to destinations like: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Europe, Tahiti, Italy, Panama Canal, Greece, Alaska, Asia and Canada.

12/08/2022

Enjoy a Picture-Perfect Winter in Scenic New York State!

There’s no place like New York. We’re not talking about the hustle and bustle of New York City, though it certainly has its charms. There’s a whole state beyond the Big Apple and it has some stunning scenery to offer in the winter months. While there will be plenty of snow, there’s also so much more to enjoy than skiing and snowshoeing. So pack your bags and bring along the kids, or just that special someone, for a winter vacation you’ll never forget.

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10/21/2022

We are very happy to continue to grow our Travel offerings. It has been a busy quarter for our Agency as travel continues to recover. One of the suppliers we represent is Project Expedition. You now have access to thousands of experiences that include single-day tours, activities, shore excursions, transfers, and multi-day trips around the world. Please call, email, text or click on the link below for more about Project Expedition.

Discover and book excursions, tours, and attractions in destinations around the world with Project Expedition. Thousands to choose from with great prices and exceptional service.

07/29/2022

This is a fun and informative article about something most of us love - Pizza! The below link to this company is one of our partners in Italy that we use to provide our clients with the best tours and experiences 🍕

Pizza comes from Naples, but the Egyptians, Persians, and Greeks all had their version in previous epochs. Seeing as Naples was founded by the Greeks, it’s only natural that “plakous” should carry on in Neapolitan society, evolving in its own Neapolitan way, of course.

05/26/2022

Come and visit the beautiful Dominican Republic. We have so many options for you including our private and all inclusive villa!

05/20/2022

05/13/2022

Classic Vacations is one of our preferred Partners. Contact us to book your next Scottsdale vacation 🛀

Experience Scottsdale

05/13/2022

Effective immediately, South Africa requires travelers to show digital proof of vaccination and will no longer accept the U.S. CDC white card to be exempt from the predeparture COVID-19 test.

Travelers should bring a digital certificate of vaccination (including QR code) if they have one available to be exempt from the pre-departure test requirement.

To enter without a valid digital certificate of vaccination, travelers 5 years and older must present a negative COVID-19 test result: either a PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point, or an antigen test taken within 48 hours before the same point. A Traveler Health Questionnaire must be completed upon arrival.

05/13/2022

With the Euro at it's lowest level in some time, now is the time to contact us about some travel 🚐

Travel to Italy and immerse yourself in its history, culture and gastronomy. Land in Rome and admire one of the most romantic cities in the world, filled with cultural delights, such as the Colosseum, before heading to Florence to discover its hidden treasures and Renaissance heritage. Finally, expl...

05/13/2022

Such an interesting article 🧐

The hole is a paradise for trees and plants, and could even be home to undiscovered species.