Travel Insurance

Most people use travel insurance regardless of the length of their trip away from home. The right travel cover means that no matter what, you can ensure your safe arrival back home and make a claim if necessary, for events such as lost or stolen baggage. You may also wish to ensure that you are covered medically – in case you fall ill or suffer an injury abroad. Some travel insurance providers offer domestic and more specialist cover types, so make sure you have looked at the differences carefully. This will ensure that the policy you do end up purchasing is giving you the right cover and peace of mind! Click on Detail Information if you are looking for a more detailed look at each product. Please make sure that you carefully read the terms and conditions of travel insurance

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COMPANYPOLICY

POLICY

Health insurance policy

COST

COST

Cost of policy

DEDUCTABLE

DEDUCTABLE

What is deductable from policy

COVER

COVER

Details of cover available

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

Destinations available for cover

DURATION

DURATION

Duration of journey for which you can be covered

LIABILITY

LIABILITY

The amount up to which you can be covered

MEDICAL

MEDICAL

Medical insurance cover

EMERGENCY

EMERGENCY

Emergency medical insurance cover

RESTRICTIONS

RESTRICTIONS

Restrictions for applicant

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Downunder Insurance
Downunder

Travel InsuranceFrom $25Varies.Type

Cover Type

Backpacker/Comprehensive/Annual Frequent Traveller


Level

Cover Level

Essentials to Comprehensive


Detail

Cover Detail

Comprehensive
This travel insurance policy is ideal for those travellers, holiday makers, or even backpackers who want a higher level of cover then the Backpakers (International) Plan.
Backpackers
This Backpackers (International) Plan is good for the backpacker or traveller who wants reasonable levels of cover, including cover for their baggage should it get lost or stolen. This plan is provided at competitive rates for travellers or backpackers 65 years of age or under travelling abroad and is most popular with young travellers going overseas on a working holiday.
Annual Frequent Traveller
The Annual Frequent Traveller travel insurance policy is for anyone wanting to take multiple trips of no longer then 37 days for leisure travel or 90 days for business travel duration, over a 12 month period.

WorldwideUp to 12 months$2,000,000UnlimitedUnlimitedRestrictions

Restrictions

1. You must be under 45 at the date your insurance starts. Please note that if you are under 18 reduced cover will apply to certain sections of the policy
2. You must tell Downunder if you plan to take part in any Special Sport or activity as cover may not be available.

Downunder Insurance
Downunder Worldwide Travel Insurance offers you great quality cheap travel insurance since 1992. The covers range from basic to highly comprehensive, with affordable policies aimed at backpackers and gap year students. DETAIL INFORMATION >>Services

Services

1. 5 different policy types, from Essentials cover right up to Comprehensive cover
2. Your traveller/backpacker policy is specifically designed for young people who are big on adventure. We automatically cover more than 60 hazardous activities at no extra cost
3. Unless your trip will be completed within 1 month of buying this insurance, you have the right to cancel your policy of insurance within 14 days from the date of issue or receipt of your policy terms and conditions, whichever is the later.


Advantages

Advantages

1. Overseas extension facility
2. Overseas application facility
3. 60 Adventure Sports
4. 14 Day Money Back Guarantee
5. A "no excess waiver"
6. 100% secure online purchasing
7. Overseas Work covered
8. You can eliminate the standard policy excesses simply by choosing to take out the very popular 'Excess Waiver.'


Disadvantages

Disadvantages

1. Please check full terms and conditions to see the limitations on cover
2. There are some situations which you are not covered for. These generally involve anything you already know about or that is caused by deliberate or careless acts on your part. Full details of these are given in the policy document

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Get peace of mind while you are away and prepare for the unexpected with Travel Insurance.

The importance of Travel Insurance

If you are planning a holiday or trip abroad making sure you have travel insurance should be a priority before you set off.

Having travel insurance will ensure that you and your belongings are protected. No matter what kind of holiday you are going on or for what reasons it is essential that you are covered by a travel insurance policy to avoid unwanted and unnecessary bills.

What does Travel Insurance cover?

Travel insurance covers you for various accidents or disasters including baggage loss, trip or flight cancellations and delays and medical expenses. Once covered you can enjoy your holiday and fully appreciate being abroad.

What types of Travel Insurance policies are available?

There can be many levels of insurance from standard policies to much more comprehensive ones. You can find policies that cover you for just one trip made within the year or annual insurance for multiple trips made throughout.

If you are going on a holiday that involves extreme sports or dangerous activities then it is especially important you find a travel insurance policy that covers you as in these situations there is more chance of an accident happening and subsequent injury. There are also insurance policies designed especially for backpackers, policies for people taking part winter sports and insurance for those over 65.

Finding the right Travel Insurance policy

When applying for travel insurance, make sure you provide all the necessary details of your trip so that you can get the right policy for you. Researching the travel insurance market and comparing products saves you time and money.

Use the table above to compare different travel insurance providers.

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Travel insurance – a must for peace of mind abroad

11 April 2013
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03 April 2013
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Which insurance policies one should take out, depends entirely on one's individual needs. There is hardly any risk which cannot be insured - but before taking out any insurance it is worth considering if the particular risk is actually worth insuring

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17 May 2012 15:00
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Travel insurance is a holiday essential that will provide you with financial protection should the unexpected happen while you are away.

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Travel Insurance – It’s More Than Lost Baggage!

26 August 2011
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When caught up with holiday fever we can sideline the more banal yet essential task of arranging travel insurance. With the price of living on the increase it is more important than ever to safeguard against financial losses. Be it cancellation or curtailment, illness or injury, lost baggage or theft, finding a policy that suits your trip can give invaluable peace of mind.

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