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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 31 MAY 2020 13 ISLAND Insurance Brokers (IIB) has just reconfirmed its Cor- porate Chartered Status by the Chartered Insurance Institute, the international professional body for insurance and financial planning. "Being re-confirmed with this status benefits our business, our staff but most importantly our clients because it reflects our commitment to constant- ly give them enough reasons to trust us," Lawrence Pavia, Manging Director of Island In- surance Brokers, said. The prestigious Corporate Chartered Status is awarded annually to firms who public- ly commit to a set of aligned ethics and values, to providing knowledgeable advice backed up by qualifications and con- tinued professional develop- ment, and who through their daily operations, would have kept seeking good customer outcomes. Pavia reiterated how Island Insurance Brokers' 30-year operation has been built on nurturing long-standing and valued relationships based on trust and that today, the firm is known as one of the top rep- utable professional insurance brokers that provides peace of mind, stability and conducts business in an efficient, fair, ethical and honest approach. He also referred to the achieve- ment of this CII status at this particular time, pointing out that never as much as today do companies need to build consumer trust while aligning their operations to sound eth- ics and values. "The award of this important status happens at a time when as insurance operators, we are witnessing a very important transition in our sector where what seemed impossible or dif- ficult pre-COVID-19, became doable in a matter of days such as shifting to paperless opera- tions, remote working, more use of technology and cash- less transactions. The industry needs to embrace these con- cepts. At Island Insurance, we already have," Lawrence Pavia added. Frank Salt launches Holiday Escapes With this year's overseas holiday plans dampened, it is time to plan your summer break in Malta or Gozo WHILE we are starting to adjust to a new norm and authorities start to lift certain restrictions put into place to fight the COV- ID-19 pandemic, we can now look forward to better times and resume any plans which we would have shelved over the last couple of months. Unfortunately, the same can- not be said about overseas trav- el. Our prospects of enjoying a summer holiday abroad don't look promising, with travel bans extended, limited access to international airports and virus fears still lurking. How- ever, Malta and Gozo have so much to offer, and taking up a much-needed holiday break on the Maltese Islands, would be the next best thing! Frank Salt Real Estate is offering an exten- sive selection of holiday rental properties to suit everyone's needs and budgets. Most are exclusive properties in well- known holiday destinations around Malta and Gozo, which can be enjoyed with loved ones. These properties range from budget apartments, situated within walking distance to the seafront to farmhouses and vil- las with pool, having sprawling deck and chill-out areas and a good number of bedrooms, making it possible to enjoy with family or friends. One can truly immerse in a piece of history with rental ac- commodation situated right in the heart of Valletta or in the Three Cities, just a short walk away from major landmarks, marinas and shops. "Families and small groups are looking to block a weekend or a week, to enjoy a short summer break, just the same. Malta and Gozo have loads to offer and renting a property for a summer break allows one to do exactly that – to get away from the usual routine, in a lovely property and enjoy our islands and all they have to offer," said Letting Manager Philippa Tabone. A full list of properties to rent during this holiday season can be found on https://franksalt. com.mt/malta/holidayescapes. Availability is limited so users are encouraged to act now and book their summer escape. "A lot of people have already opted for this kind of vacation, so availability is becoming lim- ited," director Grahame Salt said. Malta and Gozo boast of beautiful beaches, some great trekking spots and one can al- so enjoy a walk in the remote countryside not to mention the numerous dining opportu- nities, aquatic sports facilities and cultural trips us Maltese can enjoy. Island Insurance Brokers reconfirm CII status COMMERCIAL