- Wanda by Avios launches an advanced travel insurance offering with greater cancellation flexibility, rapid compensation for flight delays, Avios Protect®, and a range of additional features that make travel insurance more rewarding.
- The Wanda Plus annual multi-trip plan includes exclusive extras such as a 10GB global data eSIM powered by Gigs, ClassPass credits, and entry into a monthly draw to become an Avios Millionaire.
- UK residents can now purchase both single-trip and annual multi-trip policies.
IAG Loyalty, the organisation behind the world-renowned Avios currency, has teamed up with Open, a global pioneer in digital-first insurance solutions, to introduce ‘Wanda by Avios’. This new, cutting-edge travel insurance product goes far beyond standard cover, offering a unique package of market-first benefits designed to enhance flexibility, convenience, and overall value for travellers.
Available to all UK residents, Wanda by Avios introduces a new standard in travel protection. In an industry first, policies can include more flexible cancellation cover, fast cash payouts for flight delays, and exclusive Avios Protect®, reinstatingup to 500,000 Avios per customer if plans change for an insured reason,providing peace of mind for both Avios collectors and everyday travellers.
Wanda by Avios is available as either single-trip or annual multi-trip policies. For frequent flyers, the Wanda Plus plan covers an unlimited number of trips throughout the year (up to a maximum of 60 days each) and premium perks that elevate every journey.
Key benefits of Wanda Plus include:
- Cancellation Flex: Get up to 70% of your money back if you cancel up to 48 hours before departure, even for reasons not typically covered, like changing your mind
- Flight Delay: Receive a fast payout of £25 per traveller as soon as your flight is delayed beyond two hours – no forms, no fuss
- Avios Protect®: Avios used to book flights, hotels or car hire via the British Airways Club are reinstated – up to 500,000 per person – if plans change for an insured reason
- Global roaming eSIM (10GB): Stay connected abroad with data from ‘Roam by Avios’, powered by Gigs, the operating system for mobile services
- Wellness on the go: New ClassPass customers can enjoy ClassPass credits for access to millions of fitness and wellness experiences at home or abroad
- Become an Avios Millionaire: Wanda Plus customers can enter into a monthly prize draw to win up to 1 million Avios each month
Built on Open’s advanced technology platform, Wanda by Avios offers instant policy issuance, transparent pricing, and a seamless claims experience, all within a digital-first experience.
Veronica Vicars, Chief Growth Officer at IAG Loyalty, said: “This isn’t just insurance, this is smarter, more flexible protection built for modern travel. Whether you’re an Avios collector or simply want cover that works harder for you, Wanda by Avios sets a new benchmark”
Jason Wilby, Co-CEO of Open, said: “This product isn’t just about Avios. It’s about giving all travellers more value, more flexibility, and more confidence when they travel. Wanda is designed for the realities of modern travel – where plans change and delays happen; travellers want their insurance to respond in the moment.”
