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What types of current events are covered by travel insurance?

Last Updated: 01/16/2017

Travel insurance can cover unforeseen events, including unexpected illnesses, terrorist attacks, inclement weather and natural disasters, and other events that cause a complete cessation of travel, such as a strike of a travel supplier. More Detail In order for any event to be covered, travelers must purchase the policy before the event occurs. Coverage for […]

Is a blizzard considered a Natural Disaster?

Last Updated: 01/27/2015

By most definitions, the Northeast Blizzard is considered a Natural Disaster. Most travel insurance providers define a Natural Disaster as “flood, fire, hurricane, tornado, earthquake, tsunami, volcanic eruption, blizzard or avalanche that is due to natural causes.” Travelers can find their specific policy’s definition of “natural disaster” in their policy certificate.