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APRIL Travel Protection reports that coverage will now be extended to policyholders originating from within the U.S. who are traveling to Cuba, including American cruise passengers stopping in Havana.
APRIL said it has an established infrastructure in Cuba, where its existing provider network has been assisting non-American travelers for decades.
With the company's expansion into Cuba, APRIL said its 'Stress Less Benefits' on Cuban soil will be able to resolve covered issues, such as medical situations and travel disruptions, on the spot while the vacationer is still traveling.
"With Cuba travel opening to a broad range of individuals of various ages in all walks of life, it is important for visitors to have the peace of mind that their trip investment is safe," said Jason Schreier, CEO of APRIL-USA. "This is especially important in destinations like Cuba, where not all hotels are up to American standards and the tourism industry in general is not accustomed to dealing with discerning U.S. travelers."
APRIL's Stress Less Benefits service in Cuba will cover a wide range of inconveniences that can't be predicted in advance, including severe weather and natural disasters, injury, sickness, death, job loss or relocations, supplier default, terrorism, military duty, strikes and more.
APRIL also said will also be offering optional Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) coverage for Cuba in case the traveler has to cancel plans in advance.
Cuba will be included in APRIL's Universal and Elite Annual Multi-Trip plans.
Customized white-label insurance programs operated by APRIL on behalf of travel agent and tour partners who send clients to Cuba will feature APRIL's Stress Less Benefits as well, the company said.