The polar vortex that brought arctic temperatures to the USA and Canada has taught us one thing: anything can happen when you’re travelling, and you should always be prepared.
More of Your Travel Insurance Questions Answered
It’s 2014! One of my resolutions: more travel.
3 of Your Travel Insurance Questions Answered
As the holidays approach, you may be thinking of taking a trip; hopefully you’re thinking of getting travel protection too.
Save on Travel Insurance When Travelling Outside the USA
I’m in the midst of planning for a month-long South American adventure, and one of the things I want to check off my list is travel insurance (good thing I work for a travel insurance company!).
In a Developing Country? Private Hospital, Please!
One of the benefits of travel insurance is the access to private hospitals you get if something happens while you’re in a developing country.
What Your Provincial Healthcare Plan Covers Within Canada
Many Canadians believe that if they go on vacation anywhere in Canada, they’re fully covered by their provincial healthcare plans. However, you may be surprised to hear that if a medical emergency happens outside your home province, provincial healthcare only covers certain costs, leaving you to pay the difference.
What To Do When Travel Insurance Expires While You’re In Hospital
It’s unfortunate, but accidents can happen while you’re away on a trip. But by purchasing travel insurance before leaving, you’ll know that your assistance provider will help ensure you’re taken care of. That being said, many people don’t think to check what happens if their insurance expires while they’re still in the hospital.
Travel Insurance For Climbers: an Easy Must-Have
For climbers, travel insurance is just as important to pack as any other piece of climbing gear on a big trip.
Changes to BC and Manitoba Healthcare for Out-of-province Travel
As of Wednesday, July 17, BC and Manitoba residents can buy travel medical insurance policies for up to 7 months (previously 6 months). The BC and Manitoba governments have changed the maximum period of time that residents can maintain their provincial healthcare coverage while vacationing out-of-province.
5 Questions To Ask Your Broker Before Buying
With so many options to choose from, buying travel insurance can be daunting. Luckily your insurance broker is there to help out by answering your questions and quandaries, ensuring you get the right plan. But what to ask? We’ve identified 5 essential travel insurance questions that you should ask your broker at the time of purchase:
