All ages may enjoy New York holidays

New York has something to offer all ages.

Travel insurance policyholders of all ages can find something to keep them busy by heading on holiday to New York.According to a spokeswoman for NYCtrip.com, the city that never sleeps is just as welcoming to older visitors as it is for the young.For example, there are museums, Broadway theatre, motor coach tours, harbour cruises and plenty of pretty streets to explore.”NYC is, after all, a very flat and walkable city, the city appeals to everyone,” the representative continues.Those who would rather travel on four wheels will find taxis are “plentiful and inexpensive”, while good-quality restaurants are available in abundance.Times Square and Herald Square tend to be the most famous spots and are ideally suited to people watching, thanks to the free seating available at the bustling venues.Christmas in New York can be magical and the representative suggests this is particularly true during the main week of festivities.”Because the city is devoid of business travellers that week hotel prices are very attractive,” she continues.And the area is “ablaze with colour” thanks to retailers that are vying for attention of eager Christmas shoppers.Particularly notable department stores that may appeal include Macys, Tiffanys and Bloomingdales, although independent shops could be equally interesting to seek out.Tourist should be sure to head to the Rockerfeller Centre, where its famous Christmas tree sits above the skating rink, offering visitors the chance to see daily performances of the Rockettes and their Radio City Christmas Spectacular, the spokeswoman adds.

Guide for People Seeking Home Insurance Services Released in New York

The 2010 version of the Consumer Shopping Guide for Homeowners and Tenants Insurance has been published by the Insurance Department of New York State. The document is meant to offer information to renters and homeowners that will help them select tenant and home insurance services that are appropriate for their level of needs.

According to department officials, they are hoping that the document will aid renters and property owners find the coverage they really need with a minimum amount of fuss. The guide offers premium comparisons for policies offered by various insurance firms for a certain type of property. It touches upon all types and all available policies and how each can help protect a property owner’s home. Read more…

Insurance Director Revokes New York Company’s License

 

COLUMBUS Ohio Department of Insurance Director Mary Jo Hudson has announced that the Department has revoked the license of Centennial Insurance Company of New York, New York for alleged violations of Ohio insurance law.

 

Centennial Insurance Company reported a negative capital and surplus of $2, 029,752 as of December 31, 2009 in its annual financial statement.   Ohio insurance law requires insurance companies that have authority to write commercial lines of business, like Centennial, to maintain a minimum capital and surplus of $5 million to do business in the state of Ohio and allows the Director to revoke a company’s license for failing to do so.

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