Over a week into the U.S. government shutdown, the travel industry is feeling significant disruptions. The U.S. Travel Association reports that the shutdown has already caused a loss of $1.2 billion in spending. Travelers across the country are facing air traffic delays, longer security lines, fewer flights, and other complications.
“This shutdown is doing real, irreversible damage,” said Geoff Freeman, president and CEO of the U.S.
Travel Association. “The longer this continues, the worse the damage will be — for local communities, small businesses, and the country as a whole.”
So, how can travelers protect themselves during this chaotic time? Christina Tunnah, head of the Americas at World Nomads, explains the role of travel insurance.
She outlines what travel insurance covers, how the shutdown affects government agencies related to travel, and what steps travelers can take to manage delays, cancellations, and deregulated airline policies.
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