When it comes to travel insurance, you read a lot about ‘covered cancellations’ or reasons that a travel insurance provider deems permissible to cancel a vacation or business trip and still receive reimbursement for any prepaid, non-refundable expenses. While these reasons often include sickness or death, smaller inconveniences — like a simple change of mind — are not considered a ‘covered event.’
For hesitant travelers or skeptical adventure takers, those traveling with family or young…
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Domestic Travel Insurance: Ensuring Peace of Mind for Your Adventures
From the sparkle of the Big Apple to the desert haze of Sedona, the United States offers an incredible range of domestic travel opportunities. So, it’s no surprise that nearly 80% of adults plan to travel domestically within the next 12 months. However, rising concerns over weather-related delays or cancellations, technology issues, and unexpected illness have some travelers questioning the trajectory of their trip.
Enter…
When you embark on a
new adventure, your travel budget is expected
to cover all your trip costs, from your transportation and accommodation fees
to your desired dining and excursion expenses — but what about any unexpected costs, like accidents or
emergencies? If you don’t budget correctly, those unexpected costs must be paid
out of pocket. Unless, of course, you have reliable travel insurance.
Travel insurance is meant to protect you from
unforeseen costs…
How can I hide my valuables when traveling? How do I keep my passport safe while traveling? Questions like these are customary for travelers looking for the best places to hide money and valuables while they explore. Theft and loss exist across state lines, country borders, and even continental divides, no matter if you’re traveling to a low-crime area or consider yourself an expert traveler.
While street crime is still a common risk worldwide, the…
Ice hockey, maple syrup, poutine — it’s not hard to see why millions of travelers flock to Canada each year. In March of 2024 alone, 1.3 million U.S. residents crossed over Canadian land borders, and nearly 350,000 residents of overseas countries arrived in the Great White North. No matter if you’re planning a visit for the winter sports or the spectacular sites, one thing’s for sure: you’ll want insurance for a Canada trip.
Understanding Travel…
Cruise getaways for adults typically share one thing in common: they’re child-free! While we all love our little ones, sometimes, adult-centric amenities like wine tastings and spa treatments are simply more appealing than the typical family-friendly activities onboard cruise ships. Fortunately, child-free cruise lines, like Virgin Voyages and Viking Ocean Cruises, are designed with adults in mind.
If you’re wondering how to choose the best cruise for adults, the answer is to decide which types…
Bangkok Travel: Unveiling the Beauty of Thailand’s Capital
The rich history of Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, may date back to the early 15th century, but this cultural mecca is still continuing to set records for international tourism more than 600 years later. With an average of 2 million international visitors per month, Bangkok has become one of the most visited cities around the globe, ranking seventh in the world for the most…
Guide to Safe Places to Travel in Mexico
In 2020 and 2021, just one country—out of 33 total—accounted for more than half of international tourist arrivals in Latin America and the Caribbean: Mexico. It’s easy to see why travelers from all over the world flock there by the millions, whether it’s the 35 World Heritage Sites in Mexico that represent the country’s ancient culture and natural beauty or the 450 beaches that line the Mexican…
The crystal waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the turquoise Caribbean Sea, and the vast Atlantic Ocean are divided by the Pearl of the Antilles, better known as the Republic of Cuba. More than 4,000 islands and cays surround the main island of Cuba, which spans 42,000 miles of soft sand beaches, rolling plains, and multiple mountain ranges. For travelers, visiting Cuba is a cultural and ecological oasis.
Despite years of travel advisories, Cuba recently…
From Barry Manilow’s iconic 1985 hit “Copacabana” to Camila Cabello’s 2017 chart-topping smash “Havana,” the capital city of Cuba and center of the La Habana Province has captured the heart — and the attention — of travelers worldwide. After several years of adverse weather, pandemic restrictions, and evolving U.S. State Department travel advisories, many travelers are headed to Havana again.
While Havana travel is still limited to individuals who meet the criteria of the Cuba…
