Archive for September, 2007

I would like to purchase a cancellation policy for an amount less than my trip costs. May I self insure for a portion of the trip?

Some travel insurance plans require you to insure the full prepaid non-refu ...

Do travel insurance policies cover personal liability?

No, travel insurance policies do not generally cover you for personal liabi ...

I plan on participating in hazardous sports during my vacation. Will the insurance cover me if I get hurt?

Most all travel insurance policies have exclusions for hazardous sports. Re ...

What is the difference between trip cancellation and trip interruption?

The “trip cancellation” benefit covers you in the event you hav ...

I am a resident of Canada and looking for travel insurance. Do you have policies that would provide cover for me?

Yes, there are a number of carriers that provide travel insurance for Canad ...

Does the pre-existing condition exclusion apply to a non traveling family member?

For most all travel insurance policies, the pre-existing condition exclusio ...

I am currently taking prescription medication. Will this be considered a pre-existing condition?

For many policies, in the event a medical condition is treated or controlle ...

When purchasing travel insurance, do I use my age at the time I will be traveling or my age at the time of purchase?

You should enter theĀ age you are on the date you purchase the travel insur ...

In the event a hurricane watch or warning is issued that impacts my travel plans, may I still purchase travel insurance?

Most travel insurance policies must be purchased prior to the storm being n ...

Am I required to insure the full prepaid, nonrefundable trip costs when I purchase travel insurance?

Most travel insurance companies recommend you purchase insurance for the fu ...

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