In one word: YES. Let us break it down for you why travel insurance is not only necessary, but essential for your upcoming trip.
Travel insurance can provide you with medical coverage if you get injured or sick, and it can also reimburse you if your expensive camera, tablet, smartphone, etc. is broken or stolen. If you need to return home, if a family member becomes sick or injured or if your flight is cancelled, travel insurance can and will save the day.
The deal with travel insurance is, most people don’t know how inexpensive it can be to get a broad range of coverage. It can cost as little as a few dollars per day.
Nobody PLANS for something bad to happen, but yet we have insurance for a lot of other things in our lives such as car insurance and home insurance. Insurance is there to protect you when something does go wrong and without it, you are susceptible to a lot of unnecessary risks.
So, I know what you’re thinking, you’ve been on dozens of trips without travel insurance and you have been completely fine. Well think about it this way, how many times do you get in your car and travel without an accident? More times than not, right? So the one time you DO have an accident, and you have insurance, would be worth the cost of the insurance the entire time, right? A totaled car can cost A LOT of money, and medical bills in a foreign country can triple that of a totaled car.
Not only can it give you a little peace of mind while on your trip, but Trawick International can also guide you to a good physician, help assist with your emergency return to your home country, cover your lost and/or stolen items and cover your cancelled flights or pay for your hospital bills.
Our “Get a Quote” feature on our website is very easy to use and understand, and out customer service team is always only one phone call away to answer any questions you may have or help you pick out the best plan for your trip.
If you are going on a trip soon, we highly recommended looking into purchasing a travel insurance plan. It’s always better to be safe than sorry! Travel with Trawick and you will Travel Safe and Travel Smart.
This update is provided by travel insurance provider Trawick International. Some of our travel insurance plans include international and domestic inbound and outbound travel insurance, missionary travel insurance, trip protection and cancellation, visitor insurance, and Schengen Visa plans. Call 877-233-4591 for more information.
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Emily Glen at 6 Feb 2018
If you're the kind of person who loves taking pictures for the 'gram, then we have the perfect travel bucket list for you! #DidItForTheGram
It's no secret that travel bloggers have taken the Instagram world by storm. These bloggers have been a huge source of inspiration for us and we have compiled a list of our version of the best "Insta-Worthy" spots in the United States. We selected the trendiest spots across the USA to make your friends, coworkers, family and followers wish they were with you on your travels.
1. MIAMI, FL
The Wynwood Art District in Miami is nothing short of Instagram Royalty. The Wynwood Walls have attracted artists from all over the world to help paint the walls. With it's trendy graffiti street art, it's no surprise that the hashtag #Wynwood has over 2 million shares on the gram!
2. LAKE TAHOE, CA
Lake Tahoe in California looks like a picture perfect stock photo at all times. From beaches to ski resorts, this is the perfect place to capture multiple scenes of jaw-dropping photos. Take a hike, grab your skis and your camera and get ready for some of the most breath-taking views in the US.
3. NEW ORLEANS, LA
New Orleans, Louisiana has always been called a melting pot due to the unique mixtures of culture, food and music. The streets in NOLA cannot be imitated, and the history cannot be erased. This is a must-visit city that you need to add to your bucket list! Pro Tip: go during February to catch New Orleans in the peak of Mardi Gras season!
4. CHICAGO, IL
Weather you are snapping a pic of your Chicago style pizza, or taking a selfie with The Bean, Chicago is filled with reasons to add to your Instagram feed. From the food, to the art, to Millennium Park, you won't run out of sights to see!
5. DUMBO- BROOKLYN, NY
Catch a train over to Brooklyn from the City to see the most Instagrammed spot in New York. DUMBO stands for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, and means exactly that. The Manhattan bridge sits perfectly in view between these two buildings, and also if you squint really hard, you can see The Empire State Building peaking through the legs of the bridge!
6. TELLURIDE, CO
Nestled perfectly in the valley of two mountains, we knew Telluride had to make the cut for top Insta-Worthy places in the United States. This mountain village view looks like something straight out of a movie, and will guarantee a reaction from your followers. bring on the likes!
While you may travel to some of these places and take the most epic pictures of your life, don't forget to step away from the camera and actually take in the experiences as well! If you have an Instagram worthy place that we didn't mention, drop us a comment below so we can be sure to check it out!
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Emily Glen at 31 Jan 2018
1. Headphones
For listening to music, watching a movie or drowning out the snoring man next to you, headphones are a necessary part of any flight.
2. Water
Staying hydrated is so important when it comes to traveling, especially on those long flights. You don’t want to start your trip off on the wrong foot! Keep an extra bottle of water with you at all times.
3. Portable Phone Charger
Whether you are using your phone to listen to music, or browsing Facebook during your flight, chances are that it will drain your battery life. Packing a portable charger will ensure that your phone will never be dead (as long as you make sure to charge it)!
4. Change of Clothes
Bringing a change of clothes is always a good idea just in case something happens to your luggage, you won’t be stuck in the same dirty clothes. It is also a good idea to bring a change of clothes with you in case your flight is cold and you need to bundle up more!
5. Snacks
Airplanes do offer snacks most of the time, but they are usually loaded with sodium. Pack extra snacks for yourself to avoid bloating and feeling bad!
6. Toiletries
It’s always a good idea to throw a hair brush, tooth brush and toothpaste and maybe even some dry shampoo in your carry on. You may arrive to your hotel before your check in time and these can come in handy when you need to freshen up after a long flight!
7. Reading Material
Investing in a good book for your flight can be a game changer. If you’re one of those people who just cannot fall asleep on a flight, diving into a good book can make time go by so much faster.
These are just a few of our most important items to include in your carry-on bag. If you have a go-to item that you always include in your carry-on let us know what it is by leaving a comment below! We would love to hear from you.
This update is provided by travel insurance provider Trawick International. Some of our travel insurance plans include international and domestic inbound and outbound travel insurance, missionary travel insurance, trip protection and cancellation, visitor insurance, and Schengen Visa plans. Call 877-233-4591 for more information.
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EMILY GLEN at 16 Jan 2018
What are some of your favorite apps to help you avoid the holiday travel headaches? If you aren’t using smartphone apps, you may be missing out on many opportunities to streamline your travel and make things much easier. Here are some examples.
Find a nicer seat. SeatGuru will display a map of the plane’s cabin and you can potentially avoid having to sit in the middle. Use it along with the website ExpertFlyer.com and set up alerts to be notified when a seat happens to open up. You can choose something like “any aisle seat” and you’ll receive an email as soon as it becomes available.
Get all necessary information in one place. GateGuru is essentially the Swiss Army knife of travel, providing a breadth of information including real time TSA wait times, virtually instant notifications on flight delays or a gate change, and even a map so you can find out where to eat while you wait.
Stay in a lounge for less. Even if you aren’t a business traveler or if your seating includes economy, LoungeBuddy will allow you to purchase access to the VIP lounge at hundreds of airports around the world. Best of all, you won’t have to deal with memberships, extra fees, or any of the extra fuss.
This update is provided by travel insurance provider Trawick International. Some of our travel insurance plans include international and domestic inbound and outbound travel insurance, missionary travel insurance, trip protection and cancellation, visitor insurance, and Schengen Visa plans. Call 877-233-4591 for more information.
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Administrator at 14 Dec 2016
When traveling for the holidays, the last thing you want is to add further hassles and troubles to your trip. With all of the stuff you may be concerned about, use these tips below to make your travel during this month a little stressful and free of unwanted surprises.
Be wary of peak travel dates. Depending on what day of the week they happen to fall on this year, the peak travel dates for Christmas and New Year’s will vary. These are generally the priciest times to travel. You may also wish to consider what days will allow you to enjoy a long weekend without having to use your work vacation days.
Double check your important travel documents. Make sure your passport is not expired if you’re traveling internationally. Keep in mind that some destinations may require a six month visa, while others have different visa requirements before you’ll be allowed to enter. Make sure you’ve taken care of these before you leave.
Put a label on your luggage. It may seem outdated now that electronic tagging is so popular, but adding a label is another classic, proven safety measure to ensure your luggage has better odds of not getting lost.
Bring a versatile adapter. Depending on where you’re traveling to, you may find out your standard charger will not work in that country. The last thing you want is to run out of battery or not be able to use your electronic devices abroad for work purposes, so strongly consider bringing along a universal adapter.
This update is provided by travel insurance provider Trawick International. Some of our travel insurance plans include international and domestic inbound and outbound travel insurance, missionary travel insurance, trip protection and cancellation, visitor insurance, and Schengen Visa plans. Call 877-233-4591 for more information.
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Administrator at 9 Dec 2016
