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Prices are total for all travelers. Benefits quoted per person. Price includes insurance and non-insurance assistance services. Optional coverage for some plans may increase price.

Benefit Limits
and
Coverage Features

Please note: plan benefits, limits,
and provisions may vary by
state jurisdiction.

US Fire
Ez Travel
Platinum Plan

IMG
I Travel Insured
Travel LX Plan

Trawick
Safe Travels
Voyager Plan

Generali
Premium Plan

Detour
@the edge Plan

Detour
@the edge+ Plan

US Fire
EZ Travel
Gold Plan

IMG
I Travel Insured
Travel SE Plan

Trawick
Safe Travels
Journey Plan

Generali
Preferred Plan

Detour
Adventure Plan

US Fire
EZ Travel
Silver Plan

IMG
I Travel Insured
Travel Lite Plan

Trawick
Safe Travels
Protect Plan

Generali
Standard Plan

Detour
Active Plan

Coverage For Travel Arrangements

Pre-Departure Trip CancellationUp to 100% of Trip CostUp to 100% of Trip Cost Up to 100% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost Up to $5,000100% of Trip Cost Up to $10,000Up to 100% of Trip CostUp to 100% of Trip Cost Up to 100% of Trip Cost 100% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost Up to $2,500Up to 100% of Trip CostUp to 100% of Trip Cost Up to 100% of Trip Cost 100% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost Up to $1,000
Post-Departure Trip InterruptionUp to 150% of Trip CostUp to 150% of Trip Cost Up to 150% of Trip Cost175% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost Up to $5,000100% of Trip Cost Up to $10,000Up to 150% of Trip CostUp to 150% of Trip Cost Up to 125% of Trip Cost 150% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost Up to $2,500Up to 100% of Trip CostUp to 125% of Trip Cost Up to 100% of Trip Cost 125% of Trip Cost100% of Trip Cost Up to $1,000
Missed Connection$2,500 $500 $1,000 $1,000 Not IncludedNot Included$1,500 $500 $750 $750 Not Included$750 $500 $1,000 $500 Not Included
Trip/Travel Delay$250/day up to $1,250$250/day up to $2,500 $150/day up to $750$300/day up to $1,000$200/day up to $2,000$200/day up to $2,000$200/day up to $1,000$125/day up to $2,000 $200/day up to $2,000 $200/day up to $1,000$150/day up to $2,000$150/day up to $750$125/day up to $500 $300 maximum $150/day up to $1,000$100/day up to $500
Per Day Max Limit for meals & accommodations$250 $250 $150 $300 $200 $200 $200 $125 $200 $200 $150 $150 $125 $100 $150 $100
Required minimum delay time8 hours8 hours 12 hours6 hoursNot SpecifiedNot Specified8 hours12 hours 6 hours 6 hoursNot Specified8 hours12 hours 12 hours 6 hoursNot Specified
Cancel For Any Reason75% of Trip Cost
Included at no additional cost
75% of Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
75% of Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
60% of Penalty Amount
Optional - Additional cost
Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included 50% of Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Available Not IncludedNot Included
Trip Interruption For Any ReasonNot Included75% of Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
50% of Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Available Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Available Not IncludedNot Included

Coverage For You

Medical Expense / Emergency Assistance
Accident & Sickness Medical Expense$100,000 $500,000 $250,000 $250,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $250,000 $150,000 $150,000 $50,000 $25,000 $100,000 $25,000 $50,000 $25,000
Emergency Dental Expense$750 $1,000 $750 Included in Medical$500 $500 $750 $1,000 $750 Included in Medical$250 $750 $1,000 $750 Included in Medical$100
Emergency Medical Evacuation & Return of Remains$500,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $250,000 $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $25,000 $500,000 $250,000 $250,000 $250,000
24 Hour Travel Medical Assistance Services
(A non-insurance service - The cost of the plan includes travel protection and a fee for non-insurance services. You may obtain information on the pricing of the plan payment and assistance services by emailing support@tripinsurance.com.)
IncludedIncludedIncludedIncluded
Non-Medical Emergency EvacuationNot IncludedIncluded Not Included100000$100,000 $100,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not Included$50,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Search and RescueNot Included$10,000 Not Included$100,000 $10,000 $10,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not Included$5,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Political or Security Evacuation$25,000 $50,000 Not Included$100,000 Not IncludedNot Included$25,000 Not Included Not Included $50,000 Not Included$25,000 Not Included Not Included $50,000 Not Included
Natural Disaster Evacuation$25,000 $50,000 Not IncludedIncludedNot IncludedNot Included$25,000 Not Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included$25,000 Not Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Pet Medical Expense (cat or dog)Not IncludedNot Included Not Included$1,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
24 Hour Coverage during trip$50,000 Not Included$25,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 Not Included$25,000 $50,000 $25,000 $25,000 Not Included$10,000 $25,000 $5,000
Air Flight Accident$100,000 $100,000 $50,000 $100,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included$25,000 $25,000 $75,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included$25,000 $50,000 Not Included

Coverage For Your Belongings

Baggage & Personal Effects$2,500 $1,000 $2,500 $2,000 $3,000 $3,000 $2,500 $1,500 $2,000 $1,500 $2,000 $2,000 $750 $500 $1,000 $1,000
Baggage Delay$500 $500 $600 $500 $750 $750 $300 $250 $400 $300 $500 $150 $150 $200 $200 $250
Per Day Maximum Limit$250 $500 Not Specified$500 $300 $300 $150 $250 Not Specified $300 $250 No Daily Limit$150 $50 $300 $100
Required minimum delay time12 hours12 hours 24 hours12 hoursNot SpecifiedNot Specified12 hours12 hours 12 hours 12 hoursNot Specified12 hours24 hours 24 hours 12 hoursNot Specified

Coverage For Your Activities

Rental Car Damage$30,000 $40,000 Optional $35,000$25,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included$40,000 Optional $35,000 $25,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included $25,000 Not Included
Lost Golf RoundsNot IncludedNot Included Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Required minimum delay timeNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable Not ApplicableNot Applicable
Sports Equipment CoverageNot IncludedNot Included Not Included$2,000 $5,000 $5,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Sports Equipment RentalNot IncludedNot Included Not Included$500/day up to $5,000$5,000 $5,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not Included$3,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Per Day Maximum LimitNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable500Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable Not ApplicableNot Applicable
Required minimum time delayNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable12 hoursNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable Not Applicable Not ApplicableNot Applicable
Property Damage LiabilityNot IncludedNot Included Not Included$25,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Vehicle Breakdown or DisablementNot IncludedNot Included Not IncludedIncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Included Not IncludedNot Included
Required minimum time delayNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable

Coverage for Travel Arrangements

Trip Cancellation or Interruption Due to:
Sickness, Injury or Death
Pre-Existing Medical Condition
Waiver included if medically able to travel at time of purchase and within specified time period
Within 15 days of initial trip depositWithin 20 days of initial trip deposit Within 21 days of initial trip depositWithin 14 days of initial trip depositNot SpecifiedNot SpecifiedWithin 15 days of initial trip depositWithin 20 days of initial trip deposit Within 14 days of initial trip deposit Within 14 days of initial trip depositNot SpecifiedWithin 15 days of initial trip depositWithin 20 days of initial trip deposit Within 14 days of initial trip deposit Within 14 days of initial trip depositNot Specified
Common Carrier Delay/Cancellation:
Unannounced strike
Mechanical breakdown
Bad weather
Residence, destination or workplace made uninhabitable:
ResidenceIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip deposit
DestinationIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip deposit
WorkplaceIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip deposit
Involuntary termination of employment
Required length of employment1 year continuous employment1 year continuous employment 3 years continuous employment1 year continuous employmentNot SpecifiedNot Specified1 year continuous employment1 year continuous employment 2 years continuous employment 1 year continuous employmentNot Specified1 year continuous employment1 year continuous employment 3 years continuous employment 1 year continuous employmentNot Specified
Permanent transfer of employment
Distance of transfer250 miles or more250 miles or more Not Specified250 milesNot SpecifiedNot Specified250 miles or more250 miles or more Not Specified 250 milesNot Specified250 miles or more250 miles or more Not Specified 250 milesNot Specified
Being hijacked, quarantined or jury duty
Death/hospitalization of Host at destination
Traffic accident while en route to departure
Bankruptcy or default of a travel supplier
Required time for bankruptcy/default coverage to startMore than 14 days after effective dateMore than 30 days after effective date More than 14 days after effective dateMore than 14 daysNot SpecifiedNot SpecifiedMore than 14 days after effective dateMore than 30 days after effective date More than 14 days after effective date More than 14 daysNot SpecifiedMore than 14 days after effective dateMore than 30 days after effective date More than 14 days after effective date More than 14 daysNot Specified
Terrorist attack in a city listed on itinerary
Required timeframeWithin 30 days of departureWithin 30 days of departure Within 30 days of departureWithin 30 daysNot SpecifiedNot SpecifiedWithin 30 days of departureWithin 30 days of departure Within 30 days of departure Within 30 daysNot SpecifiedWithin 30 days of departureWithin 30 days of departure Within 30 days of departure Within 30 daysNot Specified
Documented theft of passports or visas
Military personnel called to emergency duty
Revocation of previously granted military leave
Documented work reasons
Required to work during merger/acquisitionNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Mandatory evacuation due to weather or natural disasterIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip depositIf purchased within 20 days of trip deposit
Hurricane warning at destination
Cancellation of scheduled event due to weatherNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Closure of 75% of resort facilities (ski resort)Not Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Normal pregnancyIf occurs after effective dateIf occurs after effective date Not CoveredIf occurs after effective dateIf occurs after effective date Not Covered If occurs after effective dateIf occurs after effective date Not Covered
Legal adoption of ChildNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not Included
Attending Family Member's childbirthNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Extension of school year into trip dates Not Covered Not Covered Not Covered
Child required to participate in sporting eventNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Required academic examinationNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Legal separation/divorceNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Hunting/fishing activity restrictionNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Passport/visa denialNot Included
Pet/Service Animal illness, injury or deathNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Trip Cancellation reimburses:
Prepaid, forfeited, non-refundable trip payments or deposits
Airline reissue fees or frequent flyer fees due to covered reasonsReissue Fee $150 / Frequent Flyer $150Change Fee $150 / Frequent Flyer Reward Fee $75 $100 / $200100Not SpecifiedNot SpecifiedReissue Fee $100 / Frequent Flyer $100Change Fee $150 / Frequent Flyer Reward Fee $75 $100 / $200 100Not SpecifiedReissue Fee $100 / Frequent Flyer $100Not Included $100 / $200 100Not Specified
Single Occupancy Upgrade charges
Cancel For Any Reason Benefit added if purchased within the specified time period of initial depositWithin 15 days of initial trip deposit
Included at no additional cost
Within 20 days of initial trip deposit
Optional - Additional cost
Within 21 days of initial trip deposit
Optional - Additional cost
60% of Penalty Amount
Optional - Additional cost
Not AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Within 14 days of initial trip deposit
Optional - Additional cost
Not AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot Available
Cancel For Any Reason requires you to insure total cost of all travel arrangements subject to cancellation penaltiesNot RequiredRequiredRequiredRequiredNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRequiredNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot Available
Cancel For Any Reason must cancel by:2 days or more before scheduled departure2 days or more before scheduled departure 2 days prior48 hours prior to departureNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available 2 days prior Not AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot Available
Trip Interruption reimburses:
Prepaid, unused, non-refundable land or water travel arrangements
Additional airfare expense to return home
Single Occupancy Upgrade charges
Trip Interruption For Any ReasonNot Included75% of non-refundable insured Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
Up to 50% of Trip Cost
Optional - Additional cost
Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Available Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Available Not IncludedNot Included
Purchase TimeframeNot AvailableMust be purchased within 20 days of initial trip deposit Within 21 days of initial trip depositNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot Available
Additional RequirementsNot AvailableMust interrupt trip more than 48 hours after departure date. Must insure the full cost of additional travel arrangements within 20 days of booking Must occur 48+ hours after departureNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot Available Not Available Not AvailableNot Available
Missed Connection Due to:
Any Common Carrier caused delayNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Quarantine, hijacking, Strike, natural disaster, terrorism or riotNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Documented weather condition preventing you from getting to the point of departureNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Missed Connection reimburses:
Additional transportation cost to join tripNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Reasonable accommodations and meal expensesNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Unused portion of prepaid expensesNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included
Trip or Travel Delay Due to:
Sickness or injuryNot IncludedNot SpecifiedNot SpecifiedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot SpecifiedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Specified
Common Carrier Delay
Involvement in traffic accident en route to departure
Lost/stolen passports, documents or money
Quarantine, hijacking, strike, natural disaster, civil disorder
Documented weather condition preventing you from getting to the point of departure
Documented road closure
Trip/Travel Delay reimburses:
Additional meal and accommodation expenses
Local transportation expenses
Airline club expensesNot IncludedNot Included Not CoveredIncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Internet usage feesNot IncludedNot Included Not CoveredIncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Kennel fees for Your cat or dogNot Included Not CoveredIncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Itinerary Change made by your cruise/tour supplier$250 Not Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included$250 Not Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Itinerary Change reimburses prepaid, forfeited, non-refundable event/activity paymentsNot Included Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included

Coverage For You

Accident & Sickness Medical Expense due to:
Injury or Sickness occurring during the trip
Pre-Existing Medical Condition CoverageWith WaiverWith Waiver With WaiverWith WaiverNot SpecifiedNot SpecifiedWith WaiverWith Waiver With Waiver With WaiverNot SpecifiedWith WaiverWith Waiver With Waiver With WaiverNot Specified
Accident & Sickness Medical Expense reimburses:
On a Primary or Excess BasisPrimaryPrimary PrimaryPrimaryPrimaryPrimaryPrimaryPrimary Primary PrimaryPrimaryPrimaryPrimary Primary PrimaryPrimary
Services of a physician; prescribed drugs, and therapeutic services/supplies
Medical bill review companies Not Covered Not Covered Not Covered
Hospital services
Ambulance transportation to and/or from a hospital
Traveling Companion Bedside Companion Daily$250/day up to $1,000$200/day up to $1,000 Not CoveredNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included$200/day up to $1,000Not Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Medical Evacuation due to:
Injury or Sickness when appropriate care not available locally
Medical Evacuation reimburses:
Medically required transportation expenses to Hospital for care/treatment or home
Transportation expenses to return dependents home
Transportation expenses for bedside visit when hospitalizedIf more than 7 daysIf more than 3 days If more than 7 daysIf more than 7 daysIf more than 7 daysIf more than 3 days If more than 7 days If more than 7 daysIf more than 7 daysIf more than 3 days If more than 7 days If more than 7 days
Non-Medical Emergency Evacuation
Search and RescueNot Included$10,000 Not Covered$100,000 $10,000 $10,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not Included$5,000 Not IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Political or Security Evacuation$25,000 $50,000 Not Covered$100,000 Not IncludedNot Included$25,000 Not Included Not Covered $50,000 Not IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included
Natural Disaster Evacuation$25,000 $50,000 Not CoveredIncludedNot IncludedNot Included$25,000 Not Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included Not Covered Not IncludedNot Included

Coverage For Your Belongings

Baggage & Personal Effects loss or damage due to Loss, theft or damage
Baggage & Personal Effects reimburses:
Cost to replace clothing and other personal articles
Cost to replace lost/stolen passports or visas
Maximum Sublimit for loss to jewelry, furs, cameras & accessories, etc.$600 $250 $500 None ListedNot SpecifiedNot Specified$600 $250 $500 None ListedNot Specified$600 $250 Not Specified None ListedNot Specified
Per Article Maximum Limit$300 $250 $300 None Listed$300 $300 $300 $250 $200 None Listed$250 $300 $250 $100 None Listed$100
Baggage Delay due to:
Misdirection by a Common Carrier
Baggage Delay reimburses cost of necessary personal items purchased during the delay
Trip Length Limitation180 days180 days 90 days180 daysNot SpecifiedNot Specified180 days180 days 90 days 180 daysNot Specified180 days180 days 90 days 180 daysNot Specified
UnderwriterUS FireUS Fire Nationwide Mutual InsuranceGeneraliNationwide Mutual Insurance CompanyNationwide Mutual Insurance CompanyUS FireUS Fire Nationwide Mutual Insurance GeneraliNationwide Mutual Insurance CompanyUS FireUS Fire US Fire GeneraliNationwide Mutual Insurance Company

Additional Non-Insurance Services

24 Hour Worldwide Assistance Services
24 Hour Emergency Medical Hotline
Medical consultation and monitoring when hospitalized
Coordinate medical evacuation arrangements
Help with replacing lost/stolen prescriptions
Help arranging for return of remains
Nurse Helpline
24 Hour Travel Assistance Services
Sending emergency messages
Language interpretation services
Help with emergency cash transfers
Passport/Visa, vaccinations, & travel health Information
Help with replacing lost/stolen tickets or travel documents
24 Hour Concierge Services
Restaurant and shopping recommendations or reservations
Local transport, reservations, sports, theatre, & event information/ticketing
Golf course referrals & tee times
Baggage tracking/assistance
24 Hour Business Assistance Services
Assistance with emergency communications
Assistance with locating available business services
Telephone or web conference assistance
Information about weather conditions, travel delays & flight status
Emergency travel arrangements

How we rate the plans

Best plans provide the highest benefit limits and the most extensive coverage of all plans. All of the best plans include a Cancel For Any Reason or similar benefit and may also include additional coverage such as rental car damage or pet medical. For persons wanting the most extensive coverage and willing to pay a few dollars more, a best plan will be the right choice.
Better plans provide higher benefit limits and substantially more coverage than good plans. Better plans provide a good combination of coverage and price, and fit the needs of most travelers.
Good plans have lower limits and more restrictive coverage than better or best plans. For example, some good plans may not cover pre-existing medical conditions or may not cover as many circumstances for trip interruption or cancellation. If you're looking for basic protection at an economical price, a good plan can be the right choice.

How to Compare Travel Insurance Plans

Travel insurance is a great way to give you peace of mind when you travel – both in the United States and abroad.

With many different travel insurance providers and a vast number of travel insurance plans to choose from including flight insurance, cruise insurance and travel health insurance, it can be confusing to find the right travel insurance policy. At TripInsurance, we make it easy to find a travel insurance plan that works for your specific needs and circumstances.

With our travel insurance comparison tool, you can compare plans, including their features and prices, to find a plan that best fits your insurance coverage needs – at the lowest cost!

Travel insurance also known as trip insurance provides coverage when you travel in the US or abroad, and offsets all or some of the financial risks associated with travelling, such as unexpected medical expenses, accidents, lost or stolen baggage, and any trip delays or interruptions.

Unless you’re going on a short trip within the US that doesn’t require a non-refundable deposit, you probably need trip insurance. Trip insurance is a way to protect the financial investment in your trip and make sure you have adequate coverage if an unexpected medical issue or a travel-related issue on your trip. Just a single issue on your trip can cost you thousands of dollars, which makes travel insurance well worth the cost.

Getting travel insurance is especially important if you or a family member has a higher risk of a medical issue that could lead you to cancel or interrupt your trip. Some destinations and activities also come with a higher risk of injury, illness, natural disasters, and political unrest. Your unique circumstances and the type of trip will help you decide what travel insurance coverage works for you.

Whether you’re travelling for a change in scenery, adventure, relaxation, or something else, travel insurance lets you enjoy your trip rather than worrying about what could go wrong.

Travel insurance is often sold as a package, a comprehensive plan that offers a combination of coverage. Sometimes, insurance companies allow you to put together a custom travel insurance policy.

With so many travel insurance features to choose from, what is the best way to go about comparing travel insurance plans?

When comparing travel insurance, you’ll need to keep in mind what your specific needs are, your destination and type of trip, and weighing the risks you’re willing to take with your travel insurance budget. You should also check whether you have existing travel insurance coverage, maybe on your credit card or through your health insurance plan, and what is covered under those existing plans.

Travel arrangements coverage can include all aspects of travelling from cancellations before your departure to delays and interruptions while travelling to your destination.

Trip cancellation insurance reimburses you for any pre-paid, non-refundable expenses if you have to cancel your trip due to illness or death or natural disasters. If your tour operator or cruise line goes out of business, trip cancellation would be able to cover the deposit or other pre-paid expenses in connection with your vacation.

Trip interruption coverage can reimburse you for the non-refundable, unused portion of your trip if it gets interrupted. Trip interruptions can happen due to an emergency evacuation after a natural disaster, political unrest, yours or a family member’s medical issue. Travel delay coverage pays for any expenses in connection with a delay or missed connection, such as hotel rooms and meals.

Tips for Comparing Trip Cancellation Coverage:

  • Compare the conditions of when the insurance companies cover cancellations, delays and interruptions. Some companies cover cancellations if there has been a recent terrorist attack or an outbreak of a disease at your destination, but others don’t.
  • Some insurance companies offer all-encompassing trip cancellation policies at an extra cost, so you can cancel for any reason and still get imbursed. You will often need to buy this extra coverage within a certain time period after making the initial trip deposit.
  • Note that trip cancellation insurance is different from cancellation waivers sometimes offered by cruise or tour operators, which are much more limited in their coverage.
  • Compare the maximum daily limits and trip costs that can be reimbursed in the policies.

Medical travel insurance covers emergency medical expenses if you fall ill or get into an accident while you’re on your trip. Emergency dental, emergency medical evacuation (transport to the nearest hospital), and medical repatriation (transportation to your home). Even if you have health insurance, your existing insurance might not give adequate medical coverage on your trip. Another benefit of buying medical travel insurance is that you typically don’t have to pay deductibles.

Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is similar to life insurance and pays a lump sum to your family or other beneficiaries if you die in an accident during your trip. Some policies will also pay out a sum if you become disabled as a result of an accident during your trip. Other insurance plans only apply to accidental death in the plane – remember to check the details of the insurance plans you’re considering.

Major medical insurance is coverage if you will be away on your trip for several months or more and need medical care while you’re away. Check with your health insurance to see how you’re covered for international travel, the limits, deductions, co-payments, and other conditions that may apply that affect the overall costs.

Tips for Comparing Medical Coverage:

  • If relevant for you, check to see if the policy covers pre-existing conditions. Also, note that death due to a pre-existing medical condition is usually not covered by accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
  • Note that Medicare and Medicaid do not provide coverage outside the US
  • Check coverage and limits for big-ticket medical expenses such as medical emergency evacuation.
  • Look for a plan where the insurance provider makes payments directly to the hospital or medical service provider, so you don’t have to foot a large medical bill.
  • If you are planning on taking part in any sport and adventure activities, such as skydiving, skiing, or an organized sporting event, check to see if you need additional medical travel insurance coverage.
  • If you’re bringing pets on your trip, consider buying a plan that covers pet medical expenses.

Some travel insurance plans cover damage to your rental car, your hotel room or other accommodation, and accidents and damages in connection with any sports activities.

For younger or active travellers, activity coverage is an excellent option to ensure you have the right coverage for all the fun things you plan to do on your trip. Not only does sports coverage cover medical expenses if you get injured while taking part in organized sporting events and adventure sports such as skydiving, but your sports equipment is typically also covered. Depending on the specific activities you’re planning to do, check the insurance coverage.

Tips for Comparing Activity Coverage:

  • Check whether your car insurance covers rental cars for the country you’re travelling to. US car insurance companies usually don’t cover rental cars outside the USA and Canada.
  • If you are renting a car, check with them in advance about what their insurance options are, so you don’t have to rush through the policy in the airport or rental office.

Travel insurance coverage for baggage and personal belongings will reimburse you if your baggage is damaged, stolen, or lost during your trip. Some policies also cover expenses in connection with a baggage delay, but there is often a minimum delay time required before this type of coverage applies.

Tips for Comparing Baggage Coverage:

  • Check each policy to determine the reimbursement limit. There is typically a limit to how much you can be reimbursed per person, item, and type of item. This limit is especially important if you’re travelling with valuable items such as jewellery and cameras.
  • Check your renters or home insurance to see if you have any coverage for personal items. Note what the deductible (the amount you have to pay before the insurance kicks in) is for claims.

Many travel insurance plans offer additional services that can make a big difference in your travel insurance experience. Before you buy travel insurance for your next trip, check that the travel insurance company offers 24-hour travel assistance for issues during your trip.

24-hour assistance is especially important for international travel where the time difference might make it difficult to get in touch with the insurance company during regular office hours. The 24-hour travel insurance might include services such as help with replacing lost prescription medicine, coordinating care in a medical emergency, language interpretation services, and help with replacing passports and other travel documents.

Some travel insurance plans also include concierge services that can help connect you with local experiences and services such as providing restaurant recommendations, book tickets and make reservations for local entertainment or sporting events, and other assistance services.

Tips for Comparing Additional Coverage:

  • Some travel insurance plans also provide helpful support and information before you go on your trip, such as information on vaccinations, visas, or travel health.
  • If you are going on a business trip or are working while travelling, some plans also provide business assistance services.

Comparing travel insurance plans is, of course, the key to finding good travel insurance, but don’t forget to consider the travel insurance company itself.

You want to make sure you choose a travel insurance company that is reputable and has great customer service, a good track record for handling claims, and can help you before, during, and after your trip.

To find an insurance provider you can trust, look for reviews and accreditations to gauge how the travel insurance company stacks up.

Tips for Comparing Travel Insurance Companies:

  • Look at reviews and testimonials on the website and other review websites.
  • Make sure the company is accredited with the Better Business Bureau and what its BBB rating is.
  • Look for the word ‘insurance’ rather than ‘travel protection’ and ‘travel assistance’. If the company is not an actual insurance provider, it is not subject to the same regulation.

Buying travel insurance shouldn’t be an afterthought to your travel planning. Finding the best insurance plan for your trip depends on your specific trip and circumstances. It is worth it to spend some time researching and comparing the different trip insurance plan options, so you can travel confidently, knowing you are prepared for any unexpected issue. Travel Insurance is the best way to protect the financial investment in your trip.

It’s best to start looking for travel insurance sooner rather than later. The best time to buy travel insurance is right after making the first deposit for your trip.

TripInsurance makes it easy to compare the many different travel insurance plans and details of plan features. We have done the legwork on researching travel insurance plans to save you both time and money. This way, you can find the best plan at the best price that matches your specific travel insurance needs.

TripInsurance is there to help you both before, during, and after your trip!