Category: Travel Insurance

With fall here and winter not far behind, planning for extended trips these days takes a little more time and consideration. And as Canadians eagerly wait for the US border to open up to travellers, one big question that might be on your mind is…

Whether you’re a seasoned scuba diving veteran or just a casual scuba enthusiast, exploring the world’s oceans can give you a brand new perspective on your destination.

Many of us have credit cards that offer fun travel perks like redeemable travel rewards, no foreign exchange fees, airport lounge access, travel insurance and more. If you’re reading this, you probably already know how important it is to protect yourself with travel insurance.

Surfing is one of those activities in which the picture-perfect backdrop of nature actively participates in the experience as much as you do; it’s no wonder why so many people are drawn to the sport. But as easy as some people make it look, surfing is not without its risks.

Now that we’re seeing an increase in vaccination rates across the country, Canadians are likely planning to travel south of the border and beyond again soon. So, in preparation of the Canada-US border reopening hopefully this summer, we thought it was a good time to remind Canadian travellers about the value of a Multi Trip Annual Plan in order to get the most of upcoming travel plans.

It’s so exciting to begin to plan travel again! But if you’re a mature traveller, 60 years old or older, finding the right travel medical insurance may not be as fun; the trick is understanding what you need and the options that are out there. To help you navigate it all, read on!

As much as we would like travel to be spontaneous, it generally involves a lot of decision making. From researching and booking, to making itineraries, to creating checklists, trip planning takes attention to detail!

Looking to hit the trails this summer season? Travel insurance can not only cover you as the rider, but in some cases, the bike you ride—even for downhill mountain biking! Below, we answer the most frequently asked questions we’ve received from Canadian mountain biking enthusiasts.

Although the use of recreational vehicles (RVs) or ‘RVing’ has been a favourite pastime of many families for generations, its popularity has seen something of a renaissance over the past few years, thanks to millennials who enjoy mixing a bit of leisure with plenty of adventure out on the open road.

Do you have a medical condition that you think may affect your travel plans? Unstable pre-existing medical conditions are a major reason travel insurance claims aren’t paid out, since travel insurance is designed to cover unforeseen medical emergencies and accidents.