Don't let a honeymoon turn into a disaster

Couples heading off on honey moons should make sure they leave with travel insurance before they go.

With a quarter of couples now spending over £5,000 on their honeymoon, American Express warned that forgetting to get cover could turn out to be an expensive proposition.

Modern couples are still getting married in their thousands. Over 310,000 tied the knot in 2004, with 70 per cent conducted in civil ceremonies. The number is expected to increase with the advent of same-sex civil partnerships.

"When you are planning your trip of a lifetime, be it a foreign wedding and honeymoon combined or just your honeymoon, it is easy to overlook something as basic as your travel insurance cover," said Joanne Field, marketing manager.

"Couples spending more than their average holiday should double-check before buying that their travel insurance policy will cover them adequately."

Some post-wedding policies offer up to £5,000 or even £12,000 in cover for cancellations or curtailments, while others can provide insurance for extended breaks such as cruises.



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