Low Water Levels Disrupt River Cruises; Travel Insurance Coverage Limited
Heatwaves this summer have caused widespread travel disruptions, including low water levels in European rivers that are now affecting river cruises. Cruise lines are altering or canceling itineraries due to these conditions. Squaremouth, a leading travel insurance marketplace, notes most policies do not cover cancellations related to water level changes. Only two of the six cruise-specific plans on Squaremouth's platform—IMG Choice Cruise and Tin Leg Cruise—offer coverage for disruptions caused by low or high water levels. These include trip cancellation reimbursement, interruption benefits, and some inconvenience compensation. While Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) options provide broader flexibility, they are more expensive and offer lower reimbursements compared to specialized plans. Squaremouth advises travelers to carefully review policy details before purchasing insurance for river cruises as low water levels become an increasingly frequent issue.
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