5 European and Mediterranean destinations see big rise in travel insurance costs

UK tourists face higher insurance costs in some countries.

Five European and Mediterranean destinations have seen big rises in insurance costs due to the Middle East crisis. Travel insurance for Turkey has jumped 46% in a year.

The Middle East conflict is not calming down. Iran fired missiles and drones at Bahrain and Kuwait.

Bahrain's government told Iran to stop attacking its neighbours. Iran said the US attacked its facilities.

The US wants Iran to make a deal to end the war. The war has affected the global economy.

The US military shot down Iranian missiles and drones. It also struck some of Iran's radar sites.

The conflict has affected the region. Some destinations have seen big rises in premiums. Travellers should compare policies carefully.

Experts compared 5,000 travel insurance premiums. They found which countries have seen the biggest price increases.

Turkey has been affected the most. It is usually a popular and affordable destination for UK holidaymakers.

Travel insurance premiums to Turkey have risen from £40.56 to £59.19 in a year. This is a 46% rise.

Holidaymakers travelling to Bulgaria are also seeing a sharp rise in prices. This may be due to its proximity to Ukraine.

Premiums for Cyprus have increased by 6%. Egypt's premiums have risen by 4% and Poland's by 8%.

Insurers regularly reassess risk when global tensions rise. This is especially true for destinations near conflict zones.

Destinations near areas with heightened tensions may see premiums shift. Insurers reassess the likelihood of travel disruption.

Helen Rolph, a travel insurance expert, said prices change constantly. Insurers respond to global events and claims.

Even popular destinations near conflict zones can see premiums rise. The wider region becomes more uncertain.

Travellers should compare policies carefully. They should not assume last year's prices will still apply.

It's sensible to arrange insurance as soon as a trip is booked. Check government travel advice and declare medical conditions.

Travel disruption insurance can be useful. But it's crucial to remember what is and isn't covered on the policy.

Here are the average price changes for each country.

Turkey's average price change is £18.63, a 46% rise.

Bulgaria's average price change is £6.11, a 19% rise.

Poland's average price change is £0.82, an 8% rise.

Cyprus's average price change is £2.59, a 6% rise.

Egypt's average price change is £2.78, a 4% rise.

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