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Be Ready for Suddenly This Festive Season

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December 10, 2024

December in South Africa is pure magic. Long sunny days, laughter with loved ones, and the aroma of a braai sizzling in the background. Whether you're soaking up the sun on Durban’s beaches, hiking in the Drakensberg, exploring Cape Town's bustling streets, or enjoying the rarity of a quite Johannesburg, our holiday season is truly magical.  

 

But while you’re busy creating memories, it’s important to stay alert and prepared—because even the best holidays can have suddenly moments.

 

Keep Your Home Secure While You’re Away

Before heading out on your holiday, take steps to ensure your home is protected. Lock up securely, set your alarm, and let a trusted neighbour know you’ll be away. If you haven’t already get home contents insurance to protect all the items that turn your house into a home.

 

Portable Possessions: Your Travel Must-Have

Phones, laptops, cameras, jewellery, and other valuable items are part of our holiday essentials. From taking pictures, to navigating with your GPS, your portable possessions are essential.

 

Accidents and theft can happen suddenly, whether it’s dropping your phone into the pool, losing your sunglasses during a hike, or having your laptop stolen while grabbing coffee.

 

With Portable Possessions Cover from Auto & General, you’re protected wherever you on holiday or at home. Whether it’s a road trip through the Karoo or shopping in Sandton, you’ll have one less thing to worry about when you insure the items you carry with you every day.

 

 

Holiday Smart: Top Tips for December Adventures

  1. Stay alert in crowded areas: Pick pocketers thrive in busy spots like markets or festivals. Keep your valuables close and zipped up.
  2. Use protective covers: Waterproof cases for your gadgets can save you from costly mistakes at the beach or pool.
  3. Don’t overshare on social media: Posting your location publicly can tip off opportunists that your home is empty.
  4. Have a backup plan: Keep emergency contacts saved in your phone and know where to get assistance if something goes wrong.

 

 

Auto SOS your holiday

Accidents can happen suddenly, that’s why we offer Auto SOS via our App, a built-in mobile crash detection and emergency medical assistance. This feature alerts us if you’re in an accident, download the App here.

 

Here’s to a safe, joyful, and sun-soaked holiday! 

 

 

Auto&General is a licensed non-life insurer and financial services provider.

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