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The Caravan and Motorhome Club has launched a refreshed Red Pennant Travel Insurance product. The policy covers UK and European trips, provides up to £2,5k for trip cancellation and up to £5m for medical expenses, but European and UK breakdown cover is not included.
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The Caravan and Motorhome Club has launched a refreshed Red Pennant Travel Insurance product. The policy covers UK and European trips, provides up to ...
The Caravan and Motorhome Club has launched a refreshed Red Pennant Travel Insurance product. The policy covers UK and European trips, provides up to £2,5k for trip cancellation and up to £5m for medical expenses, but European and UK breakdown cover is not included.
Updated: 20.06.2026
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