Covid-19 Articles Archives

Recent Trip Bookings Reveal Americans Prepare to Travel Internationally in Early 2021

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. September 3, 2020 — International travel stalled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, data from travel insurance aggregator, Squaremouth, shows that 65% of 2021 trips booked this year, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, are to international destinations. Travelers Planning International Adventures In 2021 A pent up desire to travel abroad has […]

What Americans Need to Know Before Traveling Domestically

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. August 27, 2020 — International border closures and travel bans have led Americans to travel within the US. With domestic travel rising in popularity, travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth shares what travelers need to know before heading out of state. Coverage for Contracting COVID-19 Available Domestic travelers concerned that contracting COVID-19 will […]

For the First Time, Younger Travelers Insure the Majority of Trips

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. August 14, 2020 — Squaremouth reports a drastic decline in travel by older generations, as younger travelers become the most insured demographic in the US amidst COVID-19. How COVID-19 Has Impacted Travel Across Generations Prior to the pandemic, most insured trips were for the 50 and above age bracket. Now, 60% of […]

How COVID-19 Changed Travel: 3 Surprising Trends Revealed

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. July 29, 2020 — Half of US travelers say that coronavirus isolation recommendations did not impact their domestic travel plans, according to a recent report by travel insurance aggregator, Squaremouth. With US travelers remaining stateside, Squaremouth.com reveals 3 surprising trends in domestic travel amidst COVID-19. Vacation Rentals Surpass Hotel Stays Travelers Still […]

Despite Uncertain Economic Times, Domestic Travel Surges

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. July 24, 2020 — Despite COVID-19 travel restrictions and uncertainty, US residents are still taking vacations. Travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth.com, reports more US travelers than ever this year. Pent Up Demand for Travel Leads to Spike in Domestic Trips A 19% increase in the number of US travelers this year highlights […]

Mandatory COVID-19 Coverage Raises Travel Insurance Questions

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. July 16, 2020 — Certain countries have begun to reopen for tourists, but many have strict requirements for travelers coming from the US. Travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth.com shares travel insurance tips for travelers heading to destinations with COVID-19 related restrictions. Negative Test Result Required for Entry Many countries are […]

How U.S. Residents Are Traveling After COVID-19

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. July 8, 2020 – The effects of COVID-19 have changed travel for the foreseeable future. According to data from travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth.com, travelers’ post-COVID-19 concerns have impacted their travel behavior. Travelers Purchasing Cancellation Coverage Travelers looking for coverage to cancel are showing caution and doubt following COVID-19, booking shorter trips […]

Four Tips Travelers Need to Know Before Filing a Cancel for Any Reason Claim

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. June 25, 2020 — In response to the unpredictable state of travel, Cancel for Any Reason travel insurance policies are in high demand, with a 415% increase in purchases, according to travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth.com. Before spending the additional 40-50% it costs to acquire this extensive coverage, Squaremouth.com shares four tips […]

If Domestic Trips Are the New Future of Travel, Why Buy Travel Insurance?

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. June 19, 2020 — For the first time, travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth.com, reports travelers are insuring more domestic trips than international trips. How COVID-19 Has Impacted Domestic Travel In response to this major shift in traveler behavior, Squaremouth.com shares three tips for buying travel insurance for domestic trips. Don’t Pay For […]

The One New Travel Concern That Can’t Be Covered by Cancel for Any Reason

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. June 9, 2020 — As countries prepare to open for tourists, many are implementing new restrictions and regulations upon arrival. With the future of travel continuing to evolve, Cancel for Any Reason coverage remains the best option for travelers planning trips now. However, travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth.com cautions there is […]