Read about the latest announcements from World Access by viewing the press releases below. Members of the media may call Mark Cipolletti, Vice President of Communications, at 804-673-1591 or send an email to learn more about our products and services or to schedule an interview.
Bon Voyage?! Five Reasons Travelers Should Be Glad 2007 Is Nearly Behind Us
11/27/2007
As a leading travel insurance provider, Access America is on the front lines when things go wrong for U.S. travelers. Looking back on the year in travel, Mother Nature once again made her presence known but it may have been the U.S. government that wreaked the most havoc on Americans' travel plans. Here's a look at the top five "worst travel moments" of 2007.
Insurance You Can Understand - Access America Launches New Policy with Customer-Friendly Language
11/1/2007
Access America announces the launch of its "customer-friendly" Certificate of Insurance or Policy. This is the document that explains the insurance coverage purchased by the customer. The document has been completely rewritten in language that is easy for a novice to understand.
Amtrak and Access America today announced a partnership that will offer rail passengers the option to purchase travel insurance protection for their trip.
Tickets to the Hottest Events Now Include Insurance
9/5/2007
TicketNetwork, owner of the leading secondary market ticket site TicketLiquidator.com, announced today a partnership with World Access that will make Event Ticket Protector insurance available for online ticket purchases.
Rémi Grenier, deputy general manager of AGF France in charge of the property & casualty business unit, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Mondial Assistance Group.
Travelers' Frustrations Earn 4.1 (out of 10) on New Quarterly Index
8/21/2007
The new Traveler Frustration Index, measuring the frustration levels of U.S. travelers, finds that most Americans are not quite halfway to their boiling point.
International Speedway Corporation Partners with World Access to Offer Event Ticket Protector Insurance to Race Fans
8/6/2007
Race fans attending any of International Speedway Corporation's ("ISC") motorsports events will soon be able to purchase Event Ticket Protector insurance for their tickets.
Access America Announces Partnership with SPM, LLC
8/1/2007
Access America today announced an exclusive partnership with SPM, LLC to supply travel insurance services and products, through its RealTimeRental software, to Strategic Planning and Management, LLC (SPM) clients such as Realogy.
Plans to Visit World's New Seven Wonders Should Include Travel Insurance, Experts Say
7/12/2007
The date 7-7-07 may have been the lucky day for announcing the new Seven Wonders of the World, but travelers planning on visiting such remote locales should count on more than sheer luck.
Dover International Speedway and World Access to offer event ticket insurance, and greater peace of mind, to race fans
7/12/2007
If an event at the Monster Mile is postponed due to weather, fans who opt for event ticket insurance can now take comfort knowing that they will receive a full refund if they must work on the date of the rescheduled event.
New Era Tickets Further Enhances Solution with "Event Ticket Insurance"
6/5/2007
New Era Tickets today announced a partnership with World Access which will enable New Era Tickets customers to protect their ticket investment with insurance.
Access America is introducing a new round of protection designed to give skiers and snow boarders a lift, even if injury or other circumstances keep them off the slopes.
Track Entertainment is launching a new service called "Event Ticket Insurance," a product that further advances the growing nightlife ticketing industry.
Coast To Coast Tickets Offers Insurance for Sporting Events, Concerts and the Arts
3/8/2007
Event Ticket Protector will be offered through Coast to Coast Tickets and provides coverage for these lost opportunities. Now ticket holders who can't go to an event at the last minute won't lose out.
From NASCAR to the Masters to March Madness, Fans Can Get Peace of Mind for High-Priced Tickets
2/14/2007
What happens if something unexpected happens on your way to the big game and you can't use your tickets? Missing all the action doesn't have to be a total loss... now that there's ticket insurance.
Travel Agents: Reduce Stress and Gain Peace of Mind in the New Year With a Year of Travel Insurance
1/17/2007
Travel agents can make a New Year's resolution of reducing stress and gaining peace of mind by getting great travel protection that lasts a full year and covers them as well as their families.
Here are some common sense solutions to Turkey Day disasters from Snap Concierge, a personal assistance service accustomed to talking frantic holiday cooks off the ledge.
World Access Receives Cardholder Information Security Program (CISP) Renewal
8/24/2006
World Access is recertified as a Cardholder Information Security Program (CISP) Level 3 Compliance service provider, ensuring the highest information security standard.
New Medical Evacuation Service Addresses Travelers’ Needs
5/2/2006
Access America introduces Annual Med Evac, which provides worldwide emergency medical transportation benefits for travelers 100 or more miles away from home.
American Skiing Company Offers Security, Support & Assurance with Access America Travel Insurance & Assistance
4/17/2006
American Skiing Company is now providing Access America travel insurance and assistance to travelers planning vacations at The Canyons in Utah, Killington and Mount Snow in Vermont, and Steamboat in Colorado.
Revolutionary New Product: TicketsNow and World Access Introduce Event Ticket Insurance
3/27/2006
TicketsNow and World Access announce the first wide-scale ticket insurance offering in the U.S. for consumers buying sports, concert, and theater tickets online.
Travel Agents Get a Year of Travel Insurance for One Low Price
1/23/2006
Access America reminds travel agents to take advantage of its Professional Travel Program, an annual travel insurance plan good for a year of coverage.
Access America and US Airways Vacations Partner to Protect Customers’ Travel Investments and Vacation Memories
1/9/2006
Access America and US Airways Vacations today announced a partnership to offer travel protection to travelers booking vacations on www.usairwaysvacations.com and through the company's reservation center.
