Jet2 has announced added Covid-19 cover for cancellations and medical claims abroad for holidaymakers as its resumes flights.
The insurance, available for the airline and tour operator Jet2holidays, gives customers more protection if their trip is affected by coronavirus.
The extra Covid-19 cover has been automatically added to all policies purchased since April 9.
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays resumed its flights and holidays programme on July 15 and is adding more destinations in the coming weeks.
The extra cover includes:
- Medical cover in the event of contracting Covid-19 whilst abroad
- Cancellation cover should a customer or another individual on the booking test positive for Covid-19 up to 14 days before travel
- Cancellation cover if a customer or another individual on the booking is hospitalised due to Covid-19 up to 28 days before travel
- Cover if a customer or another individual on the booking is not allowed to board their flight as a result of a positive Covid-19 test or raised temperature
The airline and tour operator has introduced a range measures to ensure the safety of its customers.
Everything from onboard cleaning to in-resort care is in line with official Covid-19 guidelines, and the company is only travelling to the safest destinations.
Steve Heapy, chief executive of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “The launch of this insurance policy will enhance the trust that our customers have in us even further.
"We always advise customers to take out appropriate travel insurance, and thanks to the launch of this policy customers can include Covid-19 cover at the same time as booking a holiday in just a few simple clicks.”
Further details on the added Covid cover can be found here.
