Quick Guide

The rapid fall in the value of sterling has affected many people's choice of holiday destination. Short-haul destinations that are better value include Scandinavia and Poland. Exotic Brazil fares well with a 15% drop in value to the Pound, while the glamorous long-haul destination of Seychelles has seen their currency fall 60% against the Pound in the last 3 months.

Turkey’s popularity for offering excellent value will certainly be top of many people’s list this year with the cultural side of Egypt competing well for the more adventurous traveller.

Car Breakdown Cover

MRL Insurance offers 24-hour vehicle breakdown assistance in the UK and Europe that not only covers car breakdown on journeys in the UK and Europe, but also if the vehicle is immobilised at your home.

Gap Year and Backpacker Travel Insurance

For many young people a 'Gap Year' holiday is a right of passage and the chance to seek adventure abroad. However, many older people are now taking a 'Gap Year' break before they have too many commitments or in this current economic climate, because they have to take an enforced break from the work-place.

MRL Insurance offer a full range of Gap Year Backpacker policies for all persons under 46 years of age for durations from just one month up to 12 months. Both our policies include dental cover, additional accommodation, cover for travel costs incurred in case of illness and a wide range of sporting activities.

Travel Tip

Always use a credit card when booking travel arrangements in advance as they offer protection for possible supplier failure and a quicker route for resolving any disputes on “getting what you paid for” issues. It also is now an essential to have a credit card when travelling to establish credit when checking in to a hotel or hiring a car.