February 2013

I just want cancellation coverage. Do I still have to buy the other benefits?

Most travel insurance policies consist of a package of benefits that cover a number of different traveler needs. Trip cancellation, trip interruption, emergency medical and medical evacuation coverage are some of the most popular benefits travelers look for. However, many travelers just want to insure their prepaid, nonrefundable expenses in case they have to cancel […]

U.S. Department of State Issues Travel Warning for Iraq

The U.S. Department of State issued an updated travel warning to U.S. citizens recently, advising against all travel to Iraq because of the current security situation. Those who continue to travel despite the warning should consider carrying the appropriate travel insurance coverage in case of terrorism or civil unrest. U.S. citizens remain at a high […]

Midwest Gets Hit with Round Two of Blizzards

Travelers may need to pull out their travel insurance coverage this week if they’re traveling through the Midwest. Another round of severe storms are expected to drop a foot of snow in Kansas City before moving on to Chicago, causing major airports to cancel thousands of flights. Luckily, several airlines are offering flexible re-booking policies […]

Budget Cuts and Travel Delays – How Travel Insurance Can Help

Travel insurance can be beneficial for travelers faced with flight delays, which are predicted to increase significantly after March 1st because of federal spending cuts. In addition to the delays, long lines at security and a decreased number of air traffic controllers could affect the way airports operate. With the spending cuts may come the […]

Midwesterners Blasted by Winter Storm, Travel Insurance Coverage

When mass cancellations and delays occur, many travelers are left paying extra to catch up to their trips or, even worse, missing days of their vacations because they can’t reach their destination. Travelers impacted by winter storms may be able to use their travel insurance benefits to cover some of those losses. The winter storm […]

Travel Warning issued for Algeria by U.S. Department of State

Despite the U.S. Department of State’s warnings of the risks involved with traveling to countries prone to terrorism and civil unrest, many travelers continue to travel for a number of reasons. While danger still presents itself, travel insurance plans can include several benefits that may help. Algeria is particularly threatened by acts of terrorism from […]

What Does an Airline Merger Mean for Travelers?

American Airlines and US Airways announced yesterday that the companies will merge, creating the world’s largest airline. The new company will operate under the American Airlines name. What does this mean for travelers? Based on the history of recent airline mergers, there are a number of things that can go awry when companies combine. Technical […]

Traveling with your significant other? You may need separate travel insurance policies.

As many couples plan their upcoming spring and summer vacations, purchasing travel insurance is often an important step in making sure travel arrangements are protected from potential mishaps. However, many travelers may not realize that some providers don’t allow non-related or unmarried couples to be insured on the same policy. When shopping for travel insurance, […]

Can Travel Insurance Help if a Cruise is Cancelled?

The engine room on the Carnival Triumph caught fire Sunday just off Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula, leaving more than 4,000 passengers and crew members aboard the ship without power and running water. All passengers will receive a full refund for the cruise as well as reimbursement of all shipboard purchases according to Carnival. However, the next […]

What Travelers Need to Know About Trip Cancellation for Nemo

Travel has come to a near standstill in many parts of the Northeast since thousands of flights have been cancelled in preparation for the arrival of Winter Storm Nemo. Typically, when severe storms cause mass travel disruption, airlines find a way to compensate travelers for losses. However, just because flights may be covered by airlines […]