Domestic travel insurance claims in South Africa are on the rise due to a combination of increased travel activity and a wider range of travel disruptions, with domestic claims almost tripling from R1.2 million to R3.3 million by 2024.
Bryte attributes the increase to a significant increase in travel volumes, which correlates with a wider range of travel disruptions. such as luggage theft and mishandling, as well as travel delays and cancellations,” it said. AnriSimonBryte’s Travel Leader.
The data shows that the most common domestic claims are for trip cancellations and delays, followed by travel delays and baggage issues.
Although travel insurance has traditionally been associated with international travel, Simon says there has been a noticeable shift towards buying cover for domestic travel the affordability of insurance has also made it accessible to more travellers,” concludes Simon.