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Can I Buy Travel Insurance From United Airlines?

Key Takeaways How Does United Flight Insurance Work? United Airlines gives customers the option to add trip insurance when booking domestic and international flights. The insurance plan is offered through Travel Guard and can be purchased at checkout or added later through the United website or by contacting a Travel Guard agent. United flight insurance […]

Does Travel Insurance Cover a Delayed Passport?

Key Takeaways Passport Issues That Travel Insurance Won’t Cover Standard travel insurance typically won’t cover delays for processing your passport, even if the delay is outside your control. You are responsible for keeping track of your travel documents and making sure they’re in your possession, valid and up-to-date. Travel insurance generally won’t cover: Tip: Many […]

Which Airlines Mishandle the Most Luggage?

Increasingly restrictive baggage policies and new pricing structures like basic economy are forcing travelers to check their bags at higher rates than before. Our review of the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) found that travelers may be at a proportionally higher risk for lost, damaged, or delayed luggage when traveling […]

Can I Buy Travel Insurance for a One-Way Trip?

Key Takeaways Not all trips have set-in-stone return dates. Sometimes it makes more sense to leave your return plans open, whether you’re visiting family overseas, backpacking across multiple countries, working remotely, or simply deciding where your travels will take you next. If you’re planning a one-way trip and wondering if you can buy travel protection […]

Safari Travel Trends: 2026 Data Report

Key Data Points: Squaremouth insured trip cost data shows that 8 of the 15 most expensive countries to visit in 2026 are Safari destinations. In 2026, the average safari costs American travelers over $25,000 per trip. Survey data shows that over half of all travelers (52%) are interested in taking a safari, making it the […]

Should I Buy Delta Flight Insurance?

Key Takeaways How Does Delta Flight Insurance Work? Delta Flight Insurance is an optional travel insurance policy that you can add to your flight at checkout for an extra fee. It reimburses your non-refundable flight costs in case you need to cancel your trip for a covered reason. It also covers you for other common […]

How Far in Advance Should You Book a Solo Trip?

Key Takeaways Solo travel is more popular than ever before. From safaris to cruises, travel suppliers around the world are experiencing an increase in solo travel bookings in 2026. A recent Squaremouth survey of more than 4,000 travelers found that nearly one-third are considering taking a solo trip within the next year. Among Gen Z […]

Is Viking Travel Insurance Worth It?

Key Takeaways What Is Viking Trip Mate Insurance? Viking Trip Mate, underwritten by Generali and administered by Trip Mate, is an optional cruise insurance plan that you can add for an extra fee while booking, or any time up until your final payment. It includes a Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) waiver that reimburses 100% […]

Disney Cruise Travel Insurance: Should You Get It for Your Family?

Key Takeaways Overview of the Disney Cruise Line Vacation Protection Plan The Disney Cruise Vacation Protection Plan, underwritten by Arch Insurance Company, is an optional cruise insurance that you can add to your cruise at the time of purchase for an extra fee. You can also add it to your cruise at any time up […]

Travel Insurance & Earthquakes: What’s Covered?

Key Takeaways Most comprehensive travel insurance plans found on Squaremouth offer financial protection against earthquake-related disruptions, such as cancellations, interruptions, and delays. Travel insurance coverage only applies if the policy was purchased before an earthquake occurs, as any earthquake that has already happened is considered a foreseen event and is typically excluded from coverage. Some […]