Malaria Prevention Information All Travelers Need Every year, there are more than 200 million cases of malaria worldwide. This debilitating illness, spread by mosquitoes, leaves those infected with severe flu-like symptoms. They include high fever and chills, headaches, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, intense sweating, and tremendous fatigue. Patients are unable to work, support their families, […]
Travel Insurance News
News and updates related to travel insurance, trip cancellation and travel medical plans.
Although most of the insurance plans listed on this site are for those traveling outside of their home country, either for a short trip or an extended stay, there are some specific plan types that fall into the general “Travel Insurance” category. We offer the following plans for international travelers:
- Trip Cancellation – Covers the cost of your trip with some additional benefits (lost luggage, trip delay, etc.)
- Travel Medical – Covers medical expenses as well as other risks when traveling overseas for less than a year or for visitors from abroad.
- International Medical – Long-term health insurance for expatriates and global nomads living abroad for a year or more
- Emergency Evacuation – Assistance and transportation to the most appropriate hospital in an emergency situation
- Extreme Sports Coverage – Coverage for participants in Adventure or Extreme Sports
Travel and Smog In China
Understanding Air Pollution and Smog In China Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said in a speech that China was ‘waging war’- a war against air pollution and smog in China. Suddenly, one of China’s best known but rarely acknowledged problems were out in the open. The country’s long-standing position that there was nothing to be discussed […]
What to Know Before You Visit Hong Kong
Travel and Safety Advice for Visitors to Hong Kong Formerly a British colony, Hong Kong is now an independent part of the People’s Republic of China and ranks as one of the top world cities. Home to more than seven million people, it is one of the most important centers of finance, second only to […]
Motorcycle Insurance for International Travelers
Is Motorcycle Insurance Needed For Your Travel Plans? People who love motorcycle travel say that there’s nothing like the feel of hitting the open road. The sense of freedom and possibility is intoxicating. Motorcycle travel is often less expensive and more eco-friendly than car travel – plus it’s so easy to find a parking space! […]
Know Your Insurance: Inpatient and Outpatient Care
Inpatient and Outpatient Care: What You Need To Know The trip of a lifetime is looming on the horizon, or perhaps a long-term relocation is imminent. Health care is at the forefront of your mind. You want to make sure you get the best possible care when you need it. And you want to protect […]
