OREANDA-NEWS. September 27, 2011. Air Astana and Travel Guard, one of the world’s largest travel insurance providers, have launched a new service for Air Astana customers to purchase travel insurance online and peace of mind when traveling domestically and internationally, reported the press-centre of Air Astana.

As part of Air Astana’s commitment to provide customers with innovative relevant offerings, customers can now purchase travel insurance when booking tickets online at www.airastana.com. Most countries require travel insurance for issuing a visa and the process is very simple and a seamless part of the ticket booking procedure. Once the online transaction is completed, Air Astana customers will receive an electronic insurance policy via email.

Travel Guard’s tailored insurance offering provides travelers with personal and property protection; and covers personal accident or sudden unforeseen illness/sickness, trip cancellation/delay, abandonment, personal liability, missed departure, and loss/delay of personal belongings. For more information on schedule of benefits and policy terms and conditions, visit the Travel Insurance section of the Air Astana website.

Travel Guard, a Chartis company and worldwide leader in travel insurance and assistance, provides products and services to millions of travelers around the globe, including a wide range of emergency services through its wholly-owned assistance centers located in Asia, Europe and the Americas.  Travel Guard helps leisure and business travelers alike solve problems and manage risks. Travel Guard’s global reach, unparalleled service quality and proven operational capabilities allows clients to receive best-in-class care.  The travel insurance products marketed by Travel Guard are underwritten by insurance company subsidiaries and affiliates of Chartis Inc. In Kazakhstan, the multi risk products for Air Astana are underwritten by JSC “Chartis Kazakhstan Insurance Company”.