For the third year in a row Virgin Australia’s comprehensive domestic travel insurance product has been awarded CANSTAR’s 5-star rating in the independent ratings agency’s 2012 travel insurance survey.

The rating acknowledges the outstanding value Virgin Australia offers Australian travellers out of 41 domestic travel insurance policies.

Virgin Australia’s Comprehensive Domestic policy provides cover for cancellation fees and lost deposits, additional accommodation and travel expenses, loss or damage of luggage and personal effects, a travel delay allowance and rental vehicle excess.*

Virgin Australia’s Group Executive Sales, Judith Crompton, said the five-star rating was a fantastic example of how the airline seeks to offer great value for customers right across its product range.

“Our customers understand the importance of quality insurance, not just in price but in product benefits.

For our customers, this independent affirmation provides peace of mind that they are getting top level cover for an affordable price,” Ms Crompton said.

Virgin Australia’s travel insurance provider is Allianz Global Assistance.

Allianz Global Assistance is a worldwide leader in assistance services and travel insurance. Tony McGarvey, Sales and Distribution Director for Australia and New Zealand, said receiving the CANSTAR five-star rating for the third year in a row is an achievement that emphasises just how good the product really is.

“Product innovation and finding ways to meet our clients’ service expectations is important to us. Its quality products based on the right mix of price and cover that will continue to keep Virgin Australia’s Travel Insurance policy the choice for their customers,” said McGarvey.