SANTA BARBARA, CA - As vaccines for COVID-19 are rolled out across the country, Americans are thinking about what their post-pandemic life will look like and, for many, that means a return to travel. According to a recent survey released by Tripadvisor, 50% of Americans have plans to travel this coming spring. But, with the impacts the coronavirus had on travel in 2020, travelers are beginning...

Santa Barbara, California –  According to a recent study, 70% of Americans miss traveling due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. However, nine in ten Americans surveyed say they plan to approach future travel plans carefully and with caution. With the future of travel looking uncertain many travelers are thinking of alternative trips to plan once restrictions are lifted. It will not be a...

Santa Barbara, California –  There are currently over 82,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus worldwide. The U.S. State Department has already announced travel advisories for mainland China and urges the American public to exercise caution if traveling to countries with active cases of the coronavirus. Though there are a limited number of cases currently in the U.S., the Center for...

When it comes to earning miles on your favorite airline there are many options to take advantage of including signing up for credit cards, booking travel arrangements with preferred vendors, and of course by purchasing flights. But did you know that you can earn 1,200 miles through several major airlines by enrolling in Emergency Assistance Plus? Emergency Assistance Plus (EA+) offers 24-hour...

Santa Barbara, California – The Jones family set out for a long-awaited cruise in the Caribbean. A couple days into their vacation Mr. Jones was in severe pain and quickly found himself in the ship’s infirmary. The couple was scared. They didn’t know what was wrong or how they were going to get suitable medical attention while being so far from home. They needed help and that’s when they...

Santa Barbara, California – Avid travelers usually opt for experiences over material objects, but whether you have a backpacker in your life, cyclist, or fan of luxury cruises, there’s something here for every type of traveler. Explore this list of top 10 gifts for people who love to travel and snag the perfect gift your adventure-loving friend. Homesick Candle – Even the most seasoned...

Santa Barbara, California – With summer now coming to an end, the leaves will turn from tranquil green to vivacious yellow, orange and red. But the turning of leaf colors isn’t the only thing that’s trending this fall. These six autumn travel trends are as fresh as fall itself. Home Rentals More people are renting homes through VRBO, Airbnb, and Homeaway than traditional hotels. This type of...

Santa Barbara, CA – The American Safety Council announced, “The 4th of July is the deadliest holiday of the year.” According to 24/7 Wall Street’s 2018 report, there were approximately 540 fatalities and nearly 58,000 serious injuries reported on Independence Day. Alcohol consumption was associated with many of these accidents. As airfare prices increase, more and more travelers are hopping in...

Nashville, Tennessee – AGIA Affinity won a gold award for outstanding achievement in marketing at the 2019 PIMA Insights conference. The award was in the category of Conservation and Retention and recognizes an outstanding effort to conserve existing customers through a multi-faceted, omni-channel campaign. AGIA, which offers a travel assistance product called Emergency Assistance Plus (EA+),...

Santa Barbara, CA – In just a few short months, auditoriums and gymnasiums will be flooded with graduates walking across a stage to collect their diplomas. Many grads celebrate their achievement by traveling the country, or even the world. Once their tassel is turned, a new adventure awaits.  If you’re looking for a gift idea for the wanderlust grad, we’ve got you covered. From quality...