Etiqa Insurance Singapore Returns to NATAS Travel Fair 2026 with New Travel Takaful Launch

18 March 2026

Etiqa Insurance Singapore is participating in the NATAS Travel Fair 2026 as the official travel insurer, offering promotions like up to 45% off Travel Infinite plans and complimentary gifts for attendees. In the same month, the company launched Travel Takaful, a Shariah-compliant travel insurance plan providing coverage for overseas medical expenses, trip cancellations, and options for pre-existing conditions and seniors. The initiative aims to make travel protection accessible and inclusive, aligning with Etiqa’s values-driven approach to insurance. The fair and new product reflect Etiqa’s commitment to supporting travellers at all life stages with comprehensive and culturally aligned protection. Customers can access these products both at the fair and online through Etiqa’s platform.

ME Conflict: Travellers Becoming Wiser Amid Regional Instability

16 March 2026

The ongoing Middle East conflict has disrupted travel, with airlines reducing or suspending services, prompting travellers to reassess risks before visiting the region. Insurers report rising costs in aviation and energy sectors, while travellers increasingly scrutinize travel insurance policies, especially conflict exclusions. This shift toward more informed and cautious travel behavior is expected to influence how insurance products are designed and communicated in the future. Geopolitical tensions are also driving higher premiums for marine and energy risks, particularly around strategic chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz. Asian insurers are adapting by refining risk assessment, pricing models, and coverage frameworks across political, trade, and specialty insurance lines.

Interest in ‘Cancel for Any Reason’ Travel Insurance Surges in 2026

12 March 2026

Demand for Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel insurance has risen about 27% since early March, as global events disrupt travel plans and travelers seek more flexibility. CFAR allows partial reimbursement of prepaid, non-refundable trip costs for reasons standard policies may not cover, including unsafe conditions, schedule changes, or financial issues. The coverage is an optional upgrade to comprehensive plans, typically purchased shortly after booking, and reimburses 50–75% of trip costs if cancelled in advance. While CFAR adds 40–50% to policy cost, it provides travelers with valuable flexibility amid unpredictable travel disruptions. It requires full trip cost coverage and cancellation a few days before departure.