June 2, 2016
On 31 May, the US Department of State (DoS) updated its Travel Alert for Europe, which it first issued on 22 March. The alert continues to warn US citizens of the risk of potential terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly at major events, tourist sites, restaurants, commercial centers, and transportation. It also names the European Soccer Championship (which will be held in France from 10 June to 10 July), the Tour de France (which will be held 2 – 24 July), and the Catholic Church’s World Youth Day (which will be held 26 – 31 July in Krakow, Poland) as events that will draw large crowds and therefore may be targeted by terrorist groups. The alert issued on 22 March was due to expire on 20 June; however, in this latestupdate the DoS has moved the expiration date of the alert to 31 August.
Like the original Travel Alert, this latest update does not advise against travel to Europe but instead encourages US citizens to exercise vigilance, particularly in public places and when using mass transportation. It also advises that travelers can expect additional security screening and possible disruptions to their travel.
Global Rescue Member Advisories
As a reminder, Global Rescue Members have real-time access to destination reports and event alerts like these via our GRID portal or Mobile App.
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Missions & Member TestimonialsJune 1, 2016
There are few things more upsetting than planning a trip and discovering your sports equipment was damaged, your luggage was lost, or your flight was canceled. What’s even worse is if you can’t go in the first place due to an injury, illness or because your tour operator went bankrupt.
This is why we’ve created Global Rescue Signature Travel InsuranceSM, a best-in-class travel insurance plan available exclusively to our members.
These industry-leading benefits — when bundled with our world-class medical advisory, field rescue, evacuation and security extraction membership — provide comprehensive travel protection.
Benefits include:
- Trip Cancellation: Up to 100% of the non-refundable insured Trip cost
- Trip Interruption: Up to 150% of the non-refundable insured Trip cost
- Accident and Sickness Medical: Up to $100,000 per person
- Common Carrier Accidental Death & Dismemberment: Up to $100,000
- Baggage and Personal Effects: Up to $2,500 (subject to a per item maximum of $250)
- Sports Equipment Rental: Up to $500 per day to a maximum $2,000 per person
- Cancel for Any Reason (UPGRADE): Up to 75% of the trip cost insured
- Trip Interruption for Any Reason (UPGRADE): Up to 75% of the trip cost insured
Global Rescue Signature Travel Insurance is offered at a very competitive price. See Coverage Details.
Call Global Rescue at +1.617.459.4200 to speak to a Signature Travel Insurance specialist or visit our website to learn more about this comprehensive travel insurance plan.
To learn more about the difference between traditional travel insurance and a travel protection membership, like Global Rescue, read The Global Rescue Difference.
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Press ReleaseJune 1, 2016
Boston, Mass., June 1, 2016 – The Global Rescue group of companies, the leading provider of integrated medical, security, intelligence, travel risk and crisis management services to enterprises, governments and individuals, today announced the introduction of Global Rescue Signature Travel InsuranceSM, a comprehensive travel insurance program. Global Rescue has selected International Medical Group® (IMG®), a leader in global benefits and travel insurance services, to provide Global Rescue Signature Travel Insurance for its travelers worldwide.
“We chose IMG to help develop Global Rescue Signature Travel Insurance to be the industry’s leading travel insurance platform,” said Global Rescue CEO and Founder Dan Richards. “For over a decade, Global Rescue has set the standard for field rescue, medical evacuation and security extraction services. Now our members can protect themselves financially for their trip costs, medical expenses and other losses.”
“We are proud to provide comprehensive travel insurance for Global Rescue’s members,” said IMG President Todd A. Hancock. “Together, we will help provide the coverage and confidence travelers need while they’re away from home.”
The Global Rescue Signature Travel Insurance program features benefits including trip cancellation, trip interruption, emergency medical/dental, lost luggage/baggage delay, sports equipment rental and more.
When combined with a Global Rescue membership, the integrated program provides unique features, quality and price. With Global Rescue membership, the firm’s medical advisory, field rescue, security and travel intelligence services protect members’ health and safety by providing real-time access to board-certified physicians, medical specialists and special operations personnel.
Global Rescue also provides an array of concierge-level travel assistance services to reduce the stress of traveling, including visa and passport services, translation services and legal referrals.
Since 2004, Global Rescue has provided travel risk, crisis response and evacuation services to members worldwide. The company pioneered the concept of worldwide field rescue, bringing members to safety if they are far from civilization or in dangerous environments.
About International Medical Group, Inc.
For more than 25 years, International Medical Group — headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A. — has provided global benefits and assistance services to millions of members in almost every country. With 24/7 worldwide assistance and medical management services, multilingual claims administrators and highly trained customer service professionals, IMG delivers the insurance products international members need, backed by the services they want. IMG’s global family of companies includes Akeso Care Management®, IMG Europe Ltd., Global Response Ltd., IMG-Stop LossSM and International Medical Administrators, Inc.
About Global Rescue
Global Rescue is a leading worldwide provider of integrated medical, security, intelligence, travel risk management and crisis response services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Global Rescue operates from 7 offices in 5 countries and provides support to more than 1 million members worldwide. The company has conducted more than 10,000 operations and been involved in every globally significant crisis of the last decade.
For more information, call +1-617-459-4200 or visit www.globalrescue.com.