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U.S. Security Alert Highlights Growing Summer Travel Risks as 85% of Americans Call Travel Insurance Essential

With rising risks, including a recent U.S. security alert, travelers are taking a proactive approach to protecting their summer plans. St. Petersburg, FL — March 25, 2026 — On Sunday, March 22, the U.S. Department of State issued a security alert urging Americans to exercise increased caution while traveling abroad. This comes at a time […]

Cancel For Any Reason Insurance Is Having a Moment In 2026, Squaremouth Explains Why

St. Petersburg, FL – March 11, 2026 — Just three months into 2026, several global events have already upended travel plans and left many uncertain about their upcoming trips. From the ongoing government shutdown to the unrest in the Middle East, travelers are increasingly prioritizing flexibility when planning. According to Squaremouth, interest in Cancel For […]

Squaremouth Sees 18x Spike in Travel Insurance Inquiries as Middle East Airspace Closures Disrupt Global Routes

St. Petersburg, FL – March 3, 2026 — Just one week after the unrest in Mexico, travelers are facing yet another surge of interruptions as tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to escalate, triggering airspace closures across parts of the Middle East. While the conflict is regional, its impact reaches travelers globally. Flight disruptions […]

3 Surprising Mistakes Senior Cruisers Are Making, According to Squaremouth’s Findings

St. Petersburg, FL – February 5, 2026 — Today’s senior cruisers are seasoned and spend more on trips than travelers of other generations, yet many are making crucial travel insurance mistakes that could cost them thousands. According to Squaremouth, 95% of seniors (65 or older) taking a cruise in 2026 are repeat cruise-goers. This population […]

What’s Driving Travel in 2026: Travelers’ Top Motivations This Year

St. Petersburg, FL – January 22, 2026 — Relaxation, curiosity, and bucket-list destinations are shaping travel in 2026. Squaremouth, a leading travel insurance comparison site, surveyed thousands of its customers to gain insight into what is driving travel this year. Below are the key factors influencing travelers’ decisions in 2026: “Last year was a particularly […]

More Travelers Are Using AI Without Realizing the Risks, Says Squaremouth

St. Petersburg, FL – October 21, 2025 — Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to gain popularity among various industries, including travel. More travelers are turning to tools like ChatGPT as a quick way to plan their trips, prompting the tool to build itineraries, find hotels and flights, and plan activities. However, they might not realize the […]

From Storms to Shutdowns: The Top Fall Travel Risks in 2025

St. Petersburg, FL – October 3, 2025 — Fall brings cooler weather, changing foliage, a busy sports and entertainment season, and family gatherings. However, it’s also a season of many travel risks, and preparation goes beyond packing the right clothes for the weather. From the recent government shutdown to active hurricane threats, airline labor strikes, […]

First Day of Fall: Squaremouth Shares Autumn Travel Trends for 2025

Photo by Squaremouth employee James Clark taken in Italy, a top Fall 2025 destination. St. Petersburg, FL – September 22, 2025 — Today, September 22nd, marks the official first day of fall. A new survey conducted by Squaremouth, a leading travel insurance comparison site, revealed the motivations, priorities, and concerns of travelers this autumn. Though […]

Halfway Through Summer: Squaremouth Reveals Emerging Travel Insurance Trends

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 13, 2025 – We’ve just passed the midpoint of summer, but we’re still in the heat of peak travel season. Squaremouth, the nation’s leading travel insurance comparison site, shares the top trends shaping travelers’ insurance purchases so far this year. Squaremouth’s Top Travel Insurance Trends: Methodology: Squaremouth analyzed data from thousands of customers […]

One Year After CrowdStrike Outages, Traveler Concerns Over Flight Disruptions Reach All-Time High

ST. PETERSBURG, FL., July 18, 2025 — Tomorrow marks one year since the CrowdStrike outage that caused thousands of flight delays and cancellations worldwide. Over the past year, these outages have been just one of many major disruptions travelers have faced. Amid airline staffing shortages, airport outages, overall economic uncertainty, and hurricane season, travelers are […]