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Client story — Cruise departure port

When unexpected weather caused my clients to miss their cruise.

Severe storms closed the airport on the day of sailing. Olga Vielhauer guided the couple through their insurance claim — and then helped them sail another day.

Destination
Cruise departure port
Travelers
A couple
Advisor
Olga Vielhauer

The challenge

The challenge

Olga advises her cruise clients to arrive in their departure city at least one day before sailing. This couple decided to fly in on the same day their cruise was scheduled to leave.

After weeks of favorable weather, severe thunderstorms and lightning unexpectedly caused airport closures lasting approximately 24 hours. The couple could not reach the port in time and missed their entire cruise.

A cruise ship sailing across open ocean

What Olga did

Someone on their side.

  1. Helped the couple navigate the travel insurance claims process
  2. Guided them through collecting the necessary documents
  3. Submitted their claim
  4. Helped them rebook their vacation for another date once the claim was resolved

The outcome

The couple recovered 100% of their cruise costs through their travel insurance policy.

Once the claim was resolved, Olga helped them rebook their vacation for another date.

Unexpected disruptions happen. Thoughtful planning and personal support make them easier to navigate.

Insurance coverage, reimbursements and supplier arrangements depend on the individual booking, policy terms and circumstances.

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