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Travel insurance

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For many people, buying travel insurance is like grabbing your toothbrush - a last-minute afterthought before rushing off to the airport. But preparing for a great holiday should also mean preparing for the holiday from hell... just in case. We show you how to pick the right level of insurance for your trip and how to understand the exclusions in the fine print. Plus, what you should know about the automatic cover offered by some credit cards.

Review and compare

Domestic travel insurance comparison Compare domestic travel insurance policies for seniors, singles, couples or family travel.

International travel insurance comparison Compare international travel insurance policies for seniors, cruisers, backpackers, baby mooners or family travel.

Buying guides

Is credit card travel insurance worth it? Does the travel insurance that comes with some premium credit cards stack up against standalone policies?

How to buy the best travel insurance The good, the bad and the exclusions.

Articles

Travel insurance for New Zealand during COVID-19 The trans-Tasman bubble is open, so what does travel insurance cover when travelling to New Zealand?

Will travel insurance cover COVID-19? What you're covered for when travelling during an epidemic or pandemic.

Does travel insurance cover insolvency? Does travel insurance cover insolvency of an airline, travel agent or accommodation provider?

Reforming travel insurance is long overdue As the COVID-19 pandemic takes hold, poor-quality 'add on' travel insurance has left many Aussies stranded and vulnerable.

Airline and travel agent travel insurance vs buying direct Should you tick the travel insurance box when booking flights online or with a travel agent, or buy it separately?

Holiday plans disrupted by natural disaster? Can you get a refund for flights and accommodation if your holiday plans are disrupted by natural disasters such as bushfires? Will travel insurance cover you?

Do you need domestic travel insurance? Will travel insurance cover you when things go wrong on an Aussie holiday?

Travel insurance for pre-existing medical conditions How to get travel insurance for a pre-existing medical condition.

Common travel insurance exclusions What won't your insurance cover?

Does travel insurance cover you if you've had a drink? Most travel insurance policies have alcohol exclusions, so how much can you drink before you void your travel insurance?

Mental health and travel insurance Why is the insurance industry so afraid of mental illness?

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