Press Release
Virgin Atlantic partners with Barista and Contests2Win
While having coffee at your favourite Barista outlet this September, you stand a chance to win Free return tickets for two to London on Virgin Atlantic Airways. Virgin has partnered with Barista and contests2win.com for an interactive SMS contest. Starting from September 3, all you need to do is to hang out at Barista and answer a simple question on Virgin Atlantic while chatting with your friends. To add to the excitement, a few lucky winners also stand a chance to win Virgin Atlantic goody bags. The contest is running across 50 Barista outlets in Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore and will be on till 17th September.
Comments, Ms Neha Lidder Ganju, Marketing Manager- India, Virgin Atlantic, “We are always looking at exciting and fun opportunities and platforms to interact with our consumers. In the past, Virgin Atlantic has walked the talk, having pioneered marketing initiatives that have always added to the consumer delight, in keeping with its unique brand values of Fun, Innovation and Friendliness. Through this contest with Barista, we are looking forward to yet another fun interaction with our consumers”.
Alok Kejriwal CEO – Contests2win.com said, ‘Virgin Atlantic is an exhilarating brand to work with! They always push the envelope when it comes to innovation and out of box thinking, and our Barista promotion is one great example. This interactive promotion, with the unique creative in typical Virgin style and the fantastic prize, all make up the ingredients of one great contest”
About Virgin Atlantic
Founded in 1984 by Sir Richard Branson, Virgin Atlantic has grown to be Britain’s second largest long haul airline serving the world’s major cities. Virgin has carried over 30 million passengers world wide, boasting one of the youngest fleet of aircraft in the world. Virgin has pioneered a range of innovations setting new standards of service in the airline industry – Freedom Menu to Onboard Bar, to Chauffeur Service for pick and drop, e-mail and SMS facility on board and now a revolutionary product, the Upper Class Suite.
In India, Virgin Atlantic flies daily non-stop flights on the
Delhi-London-Delhi route and thrice-weekly flights on the
Mumbai-London-Mumbai route. At Virgin, there is a constant focus on customer driven service, with emphasis on value for money, quality, fun and innovation.
About Contests2win
Contests2win is the pioneer and leading Interactive marketing organization that has worked with 300 of the Fortune 500 brands and has delivered over 1500 innovative multi media solutions to them. c2w is a multinational group and customizes solutions for its clients for deliver on all media formats.
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Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
