Travel insurance is a must for any traveler. Unfortunately, it can be a confusing topic. Today I want to answer some common questions about travel insurance to make sure everyone knows what to expect from their insurance provider. It may not be a fun topic, but it is a necessary one!
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How to Buy the Best Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is one of the most important things you’ll need for your trip. There’s a 99% chance you will never need to use the policy you bought, but accidents happen and life on the road is uncertain. In the end, it’s better to be safe than sorry!
The Best Credit Cards for Travel Insurance
Posted: 1/23/24 | January 23rd, 2024 Nomadic Matt has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Some or all of the card offers on this page are from advertisers and compensation may impact how and where card products appear on the site. Nomadic Matt and CardRatings may receive a commission from card […]
What Does Travel Insurance ACTUALLY Cover?
Last Updated: 1/12/24 | January 12th, 2024 Travel insurance is probably the most boring topic when it comes to planning a trip. Nobody wants to focus on the worst-case scenario before they even leave home (myself included). Plus, researching insurance is just plain tedious. There is a lot of fine print to scour, requiring you […]
The Best Travel Insurance for Digital Nomads
Posted: 8/31/23 | August 31st, 2023 Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more people were transitioning to remote work. Digital nomads were becoming increasingly common as people quit the cubicle to work from wherever they felt like. Today, as the pandemic recedes, an even greater number people are working remotely. Studies show that remote […]
Is Travel Insurance Worth It?
Last Updated: 7/21/23 | July 21st, 2023 Travel insurance is probably the most boring topic to discuss when it comes to planning a trip. Dreaming up the perfect itinerary, finding cheap flights, buying gear — all of these things are much more glamorous! For that reason, many budget travelers actually skip buying travel insurance. Unlike […]
Travel Insurance, Pandemics, & COVID: What You Need to Know
Posted: 5/4/21 | May 4th, 2021 The coronavirus has given us all a wake-up call about what travel insurance does — and does not — cover. A lot of people assumed that travel insurance covered everything and, at the drop of a hat, would fly you home in an emergency. That incorrect assumption came as […]
Do You Need Medical Evacuation Insurance?
The 5 Best Travel Insurance Companies
Last Updated: 3/1/24 | March 1st, 2024 Planning a trip can be a lot of fun: researching amazing bucket-list activities, daydreaming about picture-perfect beaches and epic hikes, booking the cheap flights that will take you to the world’s most amazing destinations. Planning gives you ownership of your trip and lets you imagine all the wonderful […]
Do You Need Travel Insurance for Costa Rica?
Posted: 8/12/2023 | August 12th, 2023 Known for its lush forests, active volcanoes, white-sand beaches, and incredible wildlife, Costa Rica is a favorite among travelers. It was the place that ignited my wanderlust (so it holds a special place in my heart). Sandwiched between the Caribbean and Pacific Oceans, this small country has a lot […]
Nomad Health: The Best Health Insurance for Digital Nomads
Posted: 7/31/23 | July 31st, 2023 Travel insurance isn’t an exciting topic to research. When you’re planning a trip, the last thing you want to do is compare policies about theft and injuries that can occur abroad. But, as I’ve said before, when an emergency strikes, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Whether you’re […]
The Best Travel Insurance Companies for Backpackers
Last Updated: 1/12/24 | January 12th, 2024 I’m a backpacker at heart. Even after traveling the world for over a decade, I still love to travel cheap, prioritizing experiences over fancy accommodation and transportation. I still love staying at hostels, meeting locals, and sampling as many local delicacies as I can. Contrary to popular belief, […]