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Traveling to Cuba as a US Citizen: 2024 Complete Guide

Cuba has been a country shrouded in mystery and wonder for many Americans. Just 90 miles off the shores of Key West, it’s no surprise why many Americans wonder if they can visit Cuba. With continuous changes to travel restrictions and policies regarding Cuba, Squaremouth has compiled a detailed overview of everything you need to […]

What is the difference between Trip Cancellation and Cancel For Any Reason?

A majority of travelers who buy travel insurance are buying cancellation coverage for their trip costs. For these travelers, there are two benefits that can provide this financial protection: Trip Cancellation or Cancel For Any Reason. Trip Cancellation can provide coverage for the most common traveler concerns, while Cancel For Any Reason provides travelers with […]

How Much Does Travel Insurance Cost in 2024?

The cost of travel insurance varies from traveler to the next, and depends on multiple key factors including your trip length, travelers ages, the type of coverage you choose, and the plan’s coverage limits. Each travel insurance provider calculates premiums slightly differently to appeal to their target demographic. This is why you may see two […]

Is Travel Insurance Worth It? Squaremouth Explains

Is Travel Insurance Worth It? Squaremouth Explains Last Updated: February 1, 2021 November 16, 2023 The financial cost of traveling can be significant, as airfare, hotel accommodations, and other activities during the trip can compound quickly. For some travelers, the thought of adding travel insurance to an already expensive trip can seem like an unnecessary […]

Can I Buy Travel Insurance if I’m Already Traveling?

While it’s always best to purchase travel insurance as soon as possible, it’s fairly common for travelers to wait until the last minute to protect their trips. In general, most travel insurance policies are available for purchase up until the day before a traveler’s departure date. But what about travelers that decide that want to […]

Managing Urinary Tract Infections when Traveling

Most travel insurance policies include coverage for medical emergencies that occur during your trip. To determine what is covered in your policy, check your policy’s certificate for a list of covered events under the Emergency Medical benefit. Daniel L. Watson, M.D. If you are a woman who suffers from frequent (more than two or three […]

Does Travel Insurance Include Identity Theft Protection?

Travel insurance policies are primarily designed to cover travelers’ main concerns, including trip cancellations and delays, medical emergencies, and lost or delayed luggage. However, most policies include additional benefits that can provide specific coverage for certain travelers. As part of their additional benefit offerings, select travel insurance providers include Identity Theft protection for insured travelers. […]

Travel Insurance for Skiing Explained

Skiing trips are among the most common getaways for active travelers during the winter. Hence why many travel insurance providers are now building plans specifically with these travelers in mind. Whether you’re heli-skiing, cross-country skiing, or anything in between, it’s important to know the risks involved and how to protect yourself financially if things don’t […]

Does Travel Insurance Cover Scuba Diving? Squaremouth Explains

The growing popularity of adventure travel has sparked many travelers to search for specific travel insurance policies tailored to their active trips. Among the most popular activities travelers are adding to their itineraries is scuba diving. From the crystal clear water of the Caribbean to the majestic reefs of Australia, scuba divers plan trips destinations […]

Travel Insurance for Mountaineering: What are the limits?

Adventure travel is at an all-time high, and is one of the most common reasons travelers buy travel insurance – for medical coverage during the length of their trip. Many adventurous travelers with planned mountain climbing excursions turn to travel insurance as an extra precaution, however depending on the specifics of the climb, there may […]