Tourism spots insured

Tourism spots insured

BANDUNG: Tourists visiting the scenic mountains and waterfalls of West Java have less to worry about, should they have an accident, as the provincial government has decided to insure them.

Deputy Governor HMA Sampurna said on Thursday that visitors to the numerous tourism sites in the province are now covered by an insurance scheme run by the government and state-owned PT AK Jasa Rahardja Putra insurance company.

Head of the Bandung-branch of the insurance company, Rachman Notowibowo, said relatives of visitors who die in accidents occurring at the tourism sites, which include hotels and restaurants, will receive compensation of Rp 2.5 million (approximately US$ 1,090).

Those who become disabled will receive compensation of Rp 5 million, with hospital expenses of Rp 600,000. (17/swe)