Travel insurance is a type of insurance policy that provides coverage for unexpected events that may occur while you're traveling, either domestically or internationally. It helps protect your finances, health, and belongings during a trip.
Types of Travel Insurance Coverage
- Trip Cancellation/Interruption
- Reimburses prepaid, non-refundable expenses if you cancel or cut short your trip due to illness, weather, or other covered reasons.
- Medical Coverage
- Covers emergency medical expenses while traveling, especially important if your regular health insurance doesn’t apply abroad.
- Emergency Evacuation
- Pays for transportation to a medical facility or back home in case of serious illness or injury.
- Baggage Loss/Delay
- Reimburses you if your luggage is lost, stolen, or delayed.
- Travel Delay
- Covers meals, accommodation, and other expenses if your trip is delayed due to weather, strikes, or other covered issues.
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Provides a benefit in the event of a travel-related fatal accident or serious injury.
Benefits of Travel Insurance
- Financial Protection
- Helps recover costs for trip cancellations, delays, or medical emergencies.
- Medical Support Abroad
- Gives access to emergency medical care and assistance when traveling in places with limited health services.
- Peace of Mind
- Travel with less stress knowing you're covered if something goes wrong.
- Coverage for Lost Belongings
- Helps replace essentials if your baggage is lost or stolen.
- 24/7 Assistance Services
- Many policies include a hotline for emergency help, such as finding a doctor or arranging medical transport.
- Support for Travel Mishaps
- From missed connections to natural disasters, it can help get your plans back on track.