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The latest news, when it happens, from the World First press team

Our website is packed with the latest travel and insurance news which you can find in our extensive news archive and if you want it hear it as it happens then subscribe to via our RSS feed or follow us on twitter. But from time to time our Press Team like to issue a bit of news of their own. We've usually got something to say, and update the World First blog on a regular basis too, so whether it's news about the latest industry developments or recent achievements by the team at World First you'll find it all here, right now, at World First.

Press enquires and case studies

Our business is all about people. We've got a great team who love travelling themselves and get excited when helping people find the best travel insurance. Our travel insurance case studies are about real people who were delighted with their travel insurance and even happier to be interviewed about their experience with World First. We welcome all enquiries from the press and because we are independent, we can usually comment without delay.

For all press enquiries please contact our Managing Partner, Martin Rothwell, on 01404 548 650 or martin@world-first.co.uk.

Press releases

Volcanic ash and your World First travel insurance policy

Volcanic ash and your World First travel insurance policy

Not all travel insurance is the same. We're proud that World First covers claims due to the volcanic ash crisis.

New Brand Heralds Socially Networked Age for Worldwide Travel Insurance Specialists, World First

New Brand Heralds Socially Networked Age for Worldwide Travel Insurance Specialists, World First

World First has today unveiled its new brand, encompassing a new logo and strap line

Silver Skiers take over the slopes. World First handles any bumps

Silver Skiers take over the slopes. World First handles any bumps

Travel insurance specialist World First has extended its ski and snowboard policies to cover skiers up to 79 years old

Gap Year Survival Guide from World First Travel Insurance

Gap Year Survival Guide from World First Travel Insurance

Up to 49% of gap year travellers leave home without the right backpackers travel insurance cover

Buy Now, Ski Later - World First asks consumers to avoid false economies when buying travel insurance

Buy Now, Ski Later - World First asks consumers to avoid false economies when buying travel insurance

Research showing that consumers are refusing to compromise on their holidays in 2010

World First Travel Insurance extends winter sports cover for skiers with pre-existing medical conditions

World First Travel Insurance extends winter sports cover for skiers with pre-existing medical conditions

World First’s winter sports travel insurance offers full cover for most winter sports activities, from skiing and snowboarding off piste to tobogganing and cross country skiing

Questions to ask when buying travel insurance for medical problems

Questions to ask when buying travel insurance for medical problems

World First has created a check list of six questions that travellers with pre-existing medical conditions must ask before buying their policy.

World First Travel Insurance Checklist - Seven must dos when buying holiday insurance

World First Travel Insurance Checklist - Seven must dos when buying holiday insurance

What to look for when buying travel insurance. Seven must do's from the travel insurance specialist.

Why summer holiday protection means more than applying factor 50

Why summer holiday protection means more than applying factor 50

Holidays are precious and many of us are seeking travel insurance which will cover the widest range of situations.

World First launches online medical screening for medical travel insurance

World First launches online medical screening for medical travel insurance

From today, travellers with pre-existing medical conditions can buy insurance more quickly and easily by using an online medical screening tool.

Domestic holidaymakers do not buy travel insurance

Domestic holidaymakers do not buy travel insurance

80% of domestic holidays will be uninsured this summer whilst domestic holiday traffic will increase by 30%

Travel insurance til you're 100

Travel insurance til you're 100

World First launch travel insurance that covers people aged up to and including 100.

Selling travel insurance is no joke

Selling travel insurance is no joke

Travel agents can seel travel insurance and remain compliant with the FSA

World First’s Five Steps to Summer Holiday Protection

Our five step guide will give you a checklist of the dos and don’ts to consider when buying a travel insurance policy

Travellers spend longer researching their travel insurance quote than it takes to fly to Greece

Travellers with specific insurance requests can spend more than six hours getting the right travel insurance quote.

Avoiding World Cup nightmares for travellers

With just a week to go until South Africa welcomes football fans from around the world, travel insurance companies are urging travellers to make sure they have adequate travel insurance cover for their stay.

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World First is arranged by Rothwell & Towler, 66 High Street, Honiton, Devon EX14 1RT. Rothwell & Towler are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Travel Insurance premiums and availability of cover may vary depending on individual circumstances. A full policy wording is available on request. info@world-first.co.uk