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Travel insurance expert urges Brits to 'buy cover now' amid European fuel shortage

Insurance experts are urging travelers to review their coverage as potential jet fuel shortages threaten European travel, with Rhys Jones, travel insurance expert at Go Compare, warning that securing suitable policies early mitigates financial disruptions.
Fatih Birol, Head of the International Energy Agency, warns the region faces its largest energy crisis due to blocked supplies through the Strait of Hormuz caused by the Iran war, which could trigger flight cancellations soon.
Rhys advises travelers to verify policy details, noting that insurers often exclude destinations like the USA, Canada, or the Caribbean without additional cover; length-of-stay limits typically restrict trips to 30 or 45 days.
Travel insurance provides broader protection than medical cover, helping travelers mitigate financial losses from trip cancellations; policies may recover associated costs if external factors or health issues force travel plan changes.
Birol noted that developing nations will suffer most from fuel shortages, stating, "The countries that will suffer the most will not be those whose voices are heard a lot." Poorer regions in Asia, Africa, and Latin America face disproportionate impact.

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