Handbags snatched on holiday will have no excess

Woman-focused Sheilas' Wheels is launching travel insurance that includes “handbag on holiday” cover and a “Kids go free” offer, including on single parent policies.

The Handbag on holiday cover means no excess if a bag is physically The policy also include a pledge to pay for a travelling companion to stay at the bedside of anyone hospitalised an unable to return home.

Jacky Brown, spokeswoman for Sheilas' Wheels travel insurance, said: "Traditional travel insurance cover has until now remained unisex in its offerings but Sheilas' Wheels travel insurance looks to target the savvy, female holidaymaker.

“This is a serious product in the wrappings of an innovative female-focused brand with features that should appeal to the needs and priorities of today's modern woman - whether they're single, a wife, a partner or have a family."

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