Why You Should Use Traveler's Insurnance On Luxury Vacations


by Virginia Morgan - Date: 2007-09-30 - Word Count: 381 Share This!

Travelers on luxury travel vacations know how to be ready for adventure. But some travelers have fears, such as oversleeping and missing the plane, missing the boat or losing luggage. Other travelers have even more pressing concerns, such as hurricanes, political unrest and illness. For clients who have these issues, travel agents recommend traveler's insurance.

What is Travel Insurance?

Travel agents who have experience in luxury vacations often comment to clients that vacations can take a year to plan, but only a second to ruin. There is no way for anyone, travel agent or otherwise, to guarantee that absolutely nothing will go wrong. To protect yourself and your family you can buy a travel insurance policy that will protect your investment in a travel package, and that will protect your loved ones while actually on the trip. Each policy differs on what is covered and how much it costs.

What Should Be Covered?

Although luxury world cruise clients may want to consider additional coverage, most travelers will want to get insurance that will cover cancellation, natural disasters and political unrest. Classic policies will cover the cost of cancellation for a trip, illness before departure, natural disaster, cancellation initiated by your cruise line, tour company, air line or hotel. Most will cover the cost of fees and penalties if you miss the plane or boat, and many cover some kind of luggage loss. Policies should also cover you if you become ill abroad and require medical attention.

Insurance Tips

Before you purchase traveler's insurance, which can be found also for cheap luxury cruises, be sure to read the fine print. Policies differ so you should find the one that best meets your individual needs. Consult with a travel agent, informing them of your fears and concerns and they will be able to suggest a policy. Make sure you carry copies of your policy with you on your trip. Keep an emergency copy in your luggage and leave policy details with family or friends at home.

Traveler's insurance is a great option for travelers of all levels of travel experience. You can travel with more peace of mind when you know any problems that could arise will be covered by your insurance. For all traveler's interested in the experiences of a luxury travel vacation, traveler's insurance is a must!

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Virginia Morgan is a tourism and travel writer for AMT American Express Travel . A premier Internet resource offering American Express Travel Deals for your traveling needs.

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