Ever been deathly ill while travelling? Or at least felt like you weren’t going to make it home alive? If you’re a street-food lover or prone to travelling off the beaten track, chances are you have, and you need travel insurance. Half the fun of travelling is the adventure. But our customer, Clara, had an adventure that took a turn for the worst when she got sick in the jungles of Malaysia. Here’s her story.
A Traveller’s Winter Escape, Gone South
The first time I visited Mexico City was for an 8-hour layover about 5 years ago. At the time, I didn’t believe in love at first sight, but the second I stepped out of my Uber outside Hotel Condesa, that changed…
How Travel Insurance Applies for Missed Flights, Connections or Delays
It’s not just medical emergencies that can keep you from travelling. And, in light of additional rules now in effect under Canada’s Air Passenger Protection Regulations, it’s the perfect time to outline how travel insurance for delays, cancellations, and interruptions can cover you, too.
Things International Travel Insurance Should Always Cover
We Canadians love to travel, no matter the season! Wherever we’re headed, we know we’ll need to pack travel insurance. But all travel insurance isn’t created equal. And with so many options, sometimes it’s tough to know how to find the perfect plan.
Winter Travellers: Expect the Unexpected With Some Mexican Hospitals
Planning a winter vacation to one of Mexico’s popular destinations: Cancun, Los Cabos, Mazatlán, or Puerto Vallarta? The warm weather, the beaches, the R&R…What’s not to love about vacationing at a Mexican hotspot?
Why I Chose TuGo Travel Insurance
Unsure of what type of travel insurance you need for sport and adventure activities? Here’s why this Canadian mountain climber and skier chooses TuGo Travel Insurance.
Canadian Travellers: Do You Know Your Rights?
Travel insurance is an indispensable tool for travellers—it’s meant to protect people against medical costs from unexpected emergencies, and as passengers, against expenses related to the cancellation, interruption or delay of travel arrangements.
How Travellers Can Avoid Making Food Faux Pas
Some would argue that food is the quintessence of culture, so a great starting point for any curious traveller wanting to learn about a given culture would be to explore its cuisine. Many cultures take their food very seriously—good food is something to be proud of, preserved in tradition, and even be ceremonious about. The
Family Travel Insurance: 3 of Your FAQs Answered
We’ve nearly made it through another long, frigid winter and spring is on its way! If you couldn’t escape for family vacation in the sun over the winter holidays, you’re probably ready to get out of dodge. Whatever the season, we’ll find any excuse for a holiday. Why not make March break yours? Whether you’re planning
Top Things to Consider Before Renting a Vacation Home Abroad
Booking international travel requires a great deal of logistical planning. From visa application and transportation to accommodation and travel agendas, you want to make sure you’re fully prepared to make your foray to a foreign destination both magical and memorable! For travellers preferring vacation homes to hotels, it’s definitely a lot easier to book now
