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Kyvernitis Travel Group , a leading travel agency in Greece, has taken its partnership with Sabre , a key player in global travel technology , a step further.

The Greek travel agency, renowned for its expertise in corporate, leisure travel, and event services, has decided to continue its partnership with Sabre and integrate Sabre Virtual Payments (SVP) and Automation Hub into its suite of services to elevate its offerings.

“Integrating cutting-edge technology has been key to enhancing our operational efficiency and broadening our market footprint at Kyvernitis Travel Group,” the company’s CEO, Christos Kyvernitis , said.

“This strategic initiative has enabled us to deliver exceptional customer experiences and affirm our position as a top travel agency in Greece.”

“Sabre’s growth and expanding influence in Europe demonstrate our dedication to supporting travel agencies,” Andreas Syrigos , Regional Senior Director for Southern Europe & Nordics at Sabre Travel Solutions , said.

“Our partnership with Kyvernitis Travel Group illustrates how our innovative solutions not only foster agency development but also solidify our standing in the European travel sector.”

Sabre is represented in Greece by Sabre Hellas .

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Athens, Greece, Jan. 30, 2024 – Kyvernitis Travel Group, renowned for its expertise in corporate, leisure travel, and event services, announces the continuation of its partnership with Sabre, a key player in global travel technology. This renewed alliance is a significant stride, integrating Sabre Virtual Payments (SVP) and Automation Hub .

With SVP and Automation Hub joining its suite of services, Kyvernitis, a leading travel agency in Greece, is poised to substantially elevate its offerings. SVP’s implementation promises streamlined payment operations featuring enhanced security, greater efficiency, cost management, and simpler reconciliation. Concurrently, Automation Hub is set to revolutionize operations by automating repetitive tasks, boosting efficiency, and accuracy, and potentially saving up to 70% of travel agent time. This will enhance customer service and offer considerable time savings. These developments are expected to improve travel expense control, lessen administrative workload, and advance travel management practices.

In 2023, Kyvernitis Travel Group experienced noteworthy success, largely thanks to advanced automation tools from Sabre. These advancements have reinforced their collaborations with prominent organizations like American Express Global Business Travel and the Hogg Robinson Group. Kyvernitis also recorded a significant upsurge in business volumes, especially in the Marine and Offshore sector, showcasing its increasing proficiency in specialized travel areas.

Christos Kyvernitis, CEO of Kyvernitis Travel Group, commented, “Integrating cutting-edge technology has been key to enhancing our operational efficiency and broadening our market footprint at Kyvernitis Travel Group. This strategic initiative has enabled us to deliver exceptional customer experiences and affirm our position as a top travel agency in Greece.”

Andreas Syrigos, Regional Senior Director for Southern Europe & Nordics at Sabre Travel Solutions, stated, “Sabre’s growth and expanding influence in Europe demonstrate our dedication to supporting travel agencies. Our partnership with Kyvernitis Travel Group illustrates how our innovative solutions not only foster agency development but also solidify our standing in the European travel sector.”

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Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of companies, including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides sales, distribution and fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, increase revenue and deliver personalized experiences to travelers. Through its leading marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers and buyers around the world. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information, visit www.sabre.com.

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Bloomington, IN (PRWEB) March 27, 2014 -- Kyvernitis Travel: Global Marine, the latest project of the well-established Greek agency Kyvernitis Travel, has chosen to partner with Cornerstone Information Systems to take advantage of custom quality control products to improve efficiency and customer service. Global Marine specializes in transporting crew members to offshore sites, for example, oil platforms, cruise embarkation points, and shipping sites. This type of booking is more complex than traditional business travel because it is largely international, focuses on far-away hubs, and includes many one-way trips.

Cornerstone’s iQCX technology is uniquely suited to manage the complex world of marine travel booking. A rules-based quality control engine offers much more flexibility than a standard QC product and allows agents to handle more PNRs with less effort. Instead of struggling against a standard QC product’s pop-up windows and warnings, iQCX QC can be tailored to meet any agency’s needs—including those as complex as marine booking.

Cornerstone prides itself on the ability to customize its technology to meet the specific needs of an agency, and entering into the world of marine travel has been no exception. Kyle Moser, Managing Director of Global Business Development, says, “We are very excited about working with Kyvernitis. As a leading player in the marine travel market, we believe we can help them deliver even greater value to their customers, and at the same time they can help us push the envelope on iQCX bringing automation into new markets. We expect to do great things together.”

About Cornerstone Information Systems: Cornerstone Information Systems is a technology and professional services company helping travel management companies, corporate travel departments, travel technology companies and global distribution systems work more efficiently and more profitably. Founded in 1992, Cornerstone Information Systems is a privately held company headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana with personnel in eight locations worldwide. Further information about the company is available at http://www.ciswired.com or by contacting Alan Minton at (812) 269-0014, aminton(at)ciswired(dot)com. You can also find them on Facebook, Twitter, & LinkedIn.

About Kyvernitis Travel—Global Marine: Kyvernitis Travel has over 40 years of experience in crew travel and established Global Marine to better serve their shipping and marine clients. Headquartered in Athens, Greece, they have presences in Manila, Mumbai, and Cyprus to offer constant support to their clients. Kyvernitis is a member of the UNIGLOBE Global Partners Network. More information is available at http://www.kyvernitis.gr/global-marine/ , and you can find them on Facebook & Twitter.

Alan Minton, Cornerstone Information Systems, http://www.ciswired.com, +1 812-345-3423, [email protected]

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Reaching your golden years doesn't mean your adventures have to end. In fact, in this stage of life, you'll hopefully have more time and resources to travel. But as a senior citizen, you'll want to ensure you have travel insurance that covers any health-related issues arise while you travel.

Our top picks for the best senior travel insurance

• Best overall: Allianz Travel Insurance
• Best for expensive trips: John Hancock Travel Insurance
• Best for exotic trips: World Nomads Travel Insurance

Best for annual plans: Travel Guard

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Your health gets more unpredictable as you age, which makes travel insurance more important for seniors. Unfortunately, it's also more expensive. The best travel insurance for seniors won't have too steep of a price hike compared to rates for younger travelers. It will have high coverage limits for emergency medical coverage, trip cancellations, and and emergency medical evacuation. It's also important that your travel insurance offers pre-existing condition waivers , ideally at no extra cost to the traveler. 

Here are our picks for the best travel insurance coverage for seniors in 2024.

Best overall: Allianz

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Good option for frequent travelers thanks to its annual multi-trip policies
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Doesn't increase premium for trips longer than 30 days, meaning it could be one of the more affordable options for a long trip
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Some plans include free coverage for children 17 and under
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• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Coverage for medical emergency is lower than some competitors' policies
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Plans don't include coverage contact sports and high-altitude activities
• Single and multi-trip plans available
• Trip cancellation and interruption coverage starting at up to $10,000 (higher limits with more expensive plans)
• Preexisting medical condition coverage available with some plans

Allianz Travel Insurance is one of the most widely recognized names in travel insurance, and it stands out as one of the top travel insurance providers for seniors. It offers a wide range of policies covering medical treatments overseas and emergency medical transport.

Allianz also provides options for varying trip lengths. Its annual multi-trip policies , for example, cover any trip you make during your policy period, even if they aren't yet planned, making it an excellent option for seniors who vacation multiple times per year.

Read our Allianz Travel Insurance review here.

Best for expensive trips: John Hancock

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Offers 3 travel insurance plans
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• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Affordable travel insurance premiums
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Reviews of claims process are mixed
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Buyers may not get specialty coverage for sports equipment and other high value items
• Trip cancellation for 100% of the trip cost
• Trip interruption insurance for up to 150% of the trip cost
• Emergency medical coverage of up to $250,000 per person
• Medical evacuation coverage of up to $1,000,000

John Hancock Travel Insurance plans for seniors offer some of the best coverage available. It provides generous maximum benefit amounts while still offering affordable prices.

Each plan includes coverages like trip cancellation, emergency accident, and emergency medical, with the option to add benefits like CFAR (cancel for any reason) . Plus, getting a free online quote is a quick and straightforward process.

Read our John Hancock Travel Insurance review here.

Best for exotic trips: World Nomads

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Coverage for 200+ activities like skiing, surfing, and rock climbing
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Only two plans to choose from, making it simple to find the right option
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. You can purchase coverage even after your trip has started
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. If your trip costs more than $10,000, you may want to choose other insurance because trip protection is capped at up to $10,000 (for the Explorer plan)
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Doesn't offer coverage for travelers older than 70
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. No Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) option
• Coverage for 150+ activities and sports
• 2 plans: Standard and Explorer
• Trip protection for up to $10,000
• Emergency medical insurance of up to $100,000
• Emergency evacuation coverage for up to $500,000
• Coverage to protect your items (up to $3,000)

World Nomads Travel Insurance is a great choice for active senior citizens under 70 who want comprehensive travel insurance. The key difference between World Nomads and many other providers is that it covers 200+ adventurous activities like scuba diving, mountain biking, surfing, skiing, and even bungee jumping. In addition, World Nomads' trip cancellation and emergency medical coverage includes COVID-19-related issues. Many other insurers are excluding that type of coverage now.

For adventurous senior citizens over the age of 70 years, World Nomads suggests working with its partner, TripAssure .

Read our World Nomads Travel Insurance review here.

Trip cancellation coverage for up to 100% of the trip cost and trip interruption coverage for up to 150% of the trip cost

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• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. CFAR covers up to 75% of total trip costs (maximum of $112,500 on some plans) 
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Medical coverage of up to $500,000 and evacuation of up to $1,000,000 per person
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Includes COVID coverage 
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Above average baggage loss and delay benefits
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. High medical evacuation coverage
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Premiums may run slightly higher than competitors

Travel Guard is a well-established and highly rated name in the travel insurance industry. It offers three main coverage options to choose from, and in general its policies have above-average coverage for baggage loss and baggage delays, plus high medical evaluation coverage limits.

• Trip cancellation coverage for up to 100% of the trip cost
• Trip interruption coverage for up to 150% of the trip cost
• Preexisting medical conditions exclusions waiver must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment
• Annual travel insurance plan and Pack N' Go plan (for last-minute trips) available

Travel Guard  offers comprehensive insurance plans for shorter and longer trips. One of its more unique offerings is its Travel Guard Annual Plan.

This annual travel insurance comes with standard coverage benefits (trip delay, baggage loss, etc.) and substantial coverage amounts, which is important for seniors who travel multiple times per year. Travel Guard also offers a preexisting medical condition waiver, meaning those with certain medical issues can still gain coverage.

Read our AIG Travel Guard Insurance review here.

Understanding travel insurance for seniors

Before diving into the specifics, it's essential to understand what travel insurance is and why it's particularly important for senior travelers. The best travel insurance offers financial protection against unexpected events affecting your trip, such as trip cancellations, medical emergencies, or lost luggage.

Types of coverage

• Medical Coverage: Ensures your medical expenses are covered in case of illness or injury.
• Trip Cancellation/Interruption Coverage: Provides reimbursement if your trip is canceled or cut short due to unforeseen events.
• Baggage Coverage: Covers loss, damage, or theft of personal items during your trip.

Benefits of travel insurance for seniors

• Peace of Mind: Knowing you're covered in case of emergencies can make your travel stress-free.
• Financial Protection: Shields you from potentially overwhelming medical costs and trip cancellations fees.
• Assistance Services: Many plans offer 24/7 assistance services, providing help whenever and wherever you need it.

Making the most of your plan

After choosing a plan, it's crucial to understand your policy fully and know what services are available to you in case of an emergency.

Understanding your policy

• Read the fine print and understand the claims process to avoid surprises.

Emergency assistance services

• Familiarize yourself with the emergency assistance services offered by your plan and keep all necessary contact information handy.

How to pick senior travel insurance

It's wise to compare several different travel insurance policies for the best coverage and pricing, as premiums vary widely between insurers and depend on factors like your age and travel destination.

That said, some of the more essential coverages to look for if you're a senior citizen include:

• Travel medical coverage - This coverage will pay for your medical bills outside the US.
• Medical evacuation coverage - If you're injured or become sick while traveling, this coverage will transport you to the nearest hospital or even back home if your condition necessitates it.
• Preexisting conditions - Coverage for known health conditions. You'll need to purchase travel insurance within a certain time period from when you book your trip to qualify for a preexisting condition waiver .
• Cancel for any reason (CFAR) - The name says it all! It'll cost extra and you'll need to purchase insurance early, but it's the most comprehensive trip cancellation coverage you can get. Note that CFAR insurance usually only covers up to 75% of your trip fees.
• Trip cancellation insurance - This coverage provides reimbursement for your prepaid and nonrefundable costs if you cannot make your trip due to an unforeseen event.
• Baggage delay insurance - This coverage will reimburse you for essentials like toiletries and clothes if your bags are delayed.
• Lost luggage insurance - This coverage will reimburse you up to a specified amount if your bags get lost en route.

Of these, the most critical to note are whether or not your policy covers preexisting conditions and the limits for travel medical insurance and emergency medical evacuation.

Some insurance companies offer a waiver that will cover preexisting conditions. You'll have to follow the requirements for adding a waiver to your policy, like insuring the entire cost of your trip. Or purchase the policy within a specific time after making your first trip deposit payments.

You'll also want to find a policy with high maximum limits for travel medical and emergency medical evacuation coverage. These types of expenses can be substantial, so you want to have appropriate coverage.

When comparing senior travel insurance options, we looked at the following factors to evaluate each travel insurance provider:

• Coverage limits: We looked at each travel insurance company's coverage amounts for benefits like medical emergencies and trip cancellation.
• Flexibility: We looked at how customizable a policy is, so you can choose what your travel insurance policy covers .
• Coverage for preexisting conditions: Preexisting conditions are one of the more critical factors for travel insurance for senior citizens, so we looked at travel insurance companies that offer the best coverage for preexisting conditions.
• Price: We compared travel insurance providers offering reasonable basic and comprehensive coverage rates.
• Benefits geared towards seniors: We compared travel insurance companies that offer solid coverage for senior citizens, like medical evacuation, COVID-19 coverage, and trip cancellation.

You can read more about our insurance rating methodology here.

Seniors should look for travel insurance policies that offer comprehensive medical coverage, including for preexisting conditions and emergency medical evacuation. They should also consider policies with higher coverage limits to ensure adequate protection. Additionally, seniors should seek travel insurance plans that provide 24/7 assistance services, as well as coverage for trip cancellations, interruptions, and baggage protection.

The cost of senior travel insurance coverage can vary depending on your age, overall health, state of residence, travel destination, and length of your trip. However, assuming all other factors are the same, you'll pay more for travel insurance at 70 than at 30.

All travel insurance companies, except World Nomads, included in this guide offer coverage for pre-existing medical conditions as long as you buy your policy within the qualifying period from when you placed your trip deposit.

Allianz is the best travel insurance for seniors due to its wide array of medical coverages and emergency medical transport. Allianz also offers multi-trip insurance policies , which could make sense for seniors who travel frequently.

In some instances, travel insurance companies will have age eligibility restrictions, often only insuring people 80 years old and younger.

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When attracting and retaining the best people, more and more employees choose lifestyle over salary . It's not out of laziness. It's out of a desire for work-life integration. With this in mind, organizations can embrace employees' desires through bleisure . Organizations can promote work-life integration and rejuvenation by allowing employees to combine business trips with leisure activities.

Implementing flexible travel policies that enable team members to extend their trips on the back end is a way to improve employee satisfaction, productivity, and retention rates. Research shows that 89% of business travelers wanted to add a private holiday to their business trips. Traveling for work is energetically demanding, physically and mentally. A few extra days for leisure allow team members to process their trip, recharge, and return at total capacity.

Treat Your Employees Like Athletes

Just as professional athletes require careful management of their physical, emotional, and mental well-being , so do business travelers. Business travel is a stressor with a high burnout rate and decreased performance across the board. As you revamp your corporate wellness travel program, consider your approach to business travel as a sports team thinks of traveling to play an away game.

As you prepare the company playbook for healthier and more productive business traveling, consider the following:

• Providing support for handling jet lag
• Offering advice on maintaining healthy sleep and nutritional habits away from home
• Investing in business class and non-stop flights
• Providing hotels that have conducive amenities for optimal well-being
• Ensuring team members reside in centrally located hotels or apartment hotels

Business travel isn't going anywhere anytime soon, as the average business traveler takes roughly 6.8 trips per year, with business travel in the U.S. from domestic and international travelers also accounting for $387 billion in annual revenue, according to research shared over at Zippia . Incorporating travel wellness initiatives isn't merely an expense; it's an investment in employees' health and performance.

As organizations revamp their corporate travel programs, prioritizing their travelers' well-being is paramount. By implementing strategies to support travel wellness, companies can ensure that their employees remain healthy, engaged, and effective representatives of their companies.

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Bonza administrators tell customers no refunds for now, despite company's promise to reimburse cancelled flights

Jennifer Hinton was one of thousands of Bonza customers left in the lurch this week.

The single mother had spent months saving up for a trip from Mackay to Melbourne with her young daughter for what would be their first holiday in five years.

"The idea of going on holidays is a luxury for people like me and then to have something like this happen, it's just disgusting — really poor form," Ms Hinton said.

"I can't afford to just start forking out money straight away like that to pay for a new set of flights."

Qantas came to the pair's rescue by replacing their flights free of charge.

But Ms Hinton has been left $623 out of pocket and will not be receiving a refund from Bonza any time soon.

The embattled low-cost carrier cancelled all services across the country on Tuesday morning, and has now ruled out any further flights until after Tuesday, May 7.

Bonza promised full refunds in text messages to some affected passengers, not long before it was placed into voluntary administration.

Newly-appointed administrators Hall Chadwick released a statement on Wednesday night acknowledging it was a "difficult time for all involved".

"Unfortunately the administrators and/or the company are not in a position to process or issue refunds at this time," the statement read.

"We understand how frustrating this is and we appreciate customers' patience."

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)  is urging affected customers to contact their banks for potential reimbursement. 

More than money lost

Townsville pensioner Katy Hamilton said she held little hope of Bonza passengers ever seeing their money again.

"Good luck to them. I'm sorry, but that's how I see it," Ms Hamilton said.

Ms Hamilton had been using the budget airline to fly to the Gold Coast, before catching a train to Brisbane to visit her sister who is in palliative care.

But her most recent cancelled flight was to attend a netball competition for her daughter.

She said she was owed $125 by Bonza, but had also lost $300 in accommodation costs.

"That's not a lot, but to me it is when I'm trying to support my child," she said.

Sunshine Coast woman Sarah Wood had paid about $400 to fly to Darwin with her husband Rob on Wednesday morning.

"As small-business operators, we really don't get that much opportunity for a holiday so this week off is really precious to us," Ms Wood said.

“The stress level was through the Richter scale.”

She said she was told by Virgin and Qantas that they were not eligible for free flights as they were not considered "stranded".

The couple has spent an extra $2,000 on flights, accommodation and transport just to ensure their trip could go ahead.

“We're lucky enough that we had the available money to be able to purchase alternative tickets.

"My heart goes out to those others that didn't have that choice," Ms Wood said.

Airline 'monopoly'

Bradd Morelli, managing partner from insolvency firm Jirsch Sutherland, said it was not unusual for customers to miss out on refunds in the early stages of a company collapse.

"That would be a standard position from an administrator," Mr Sutherland said.

"If they've pre-booked, they're technically a creditor." He said it could be months before refunds were issued — if at all.

"If Bonza is going to restructure or if there's a sale, it may be that the purchaser wishes to honour those bookings in order to maintain or maximise goodwill," Mr Morelli said.

Ms Hinton said while she was very grateful to Qantas for stepping in and providing free flights, its airfares were well out of reach.

"I paid $623 with Bonza, the ticket price of my Qantas flights was $1,884," she said.

Despite the dramas, Ms Wood said the low-cost carrier should stay in the air, and called on the Federal government to intervene.

“They do everything in their power to help Qantas and Virgin … where's the help to Bonza?" she said.

“Where is the assistance to help these little regional airlines get off the ground so that we don't have a monopoly with the big two? It's another Coles and Woolies scenario."

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