Who would be considered as a "traveling companion" for my travel insurance policy?

The definition for a “Traveling Companion” can vary depending on the company and policy selected.  Generally, a traveling companion means a person who is sharing travel arrangements with you.  You should note that a group or tour leader is usually not considered a  Traveling Companion unless you are  sharing room accommodations with them. Always refer to […]

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What is a Pre-Existing Conditions Exclusion Waiver?

Most travel insurance policies, whether it’s a single trip policy or an Annual plan, exclude pre-existing conditions, however this exclusion may be waived if certain conditions are met. A Pre-Existing Condition is defined as any medical condition that has worsened or changed during a policy’s look-back period, which is the 60-180 day window prior to […]

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What is the "pre-existing condition look-back period"?

The pre-existing look back period for a travel insurance policy is the number of days that the insurance company will “look back” to determine if a claim is related to a pre-existing condition. The look back period is generally between 60 and 180 days, depending on the policy selected. Look back periods for select medical-based […]

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What is the Difference Between Primary and Secondary Travel Medical Coverage?

Most single trip travel insurance policies are comprehensive, and include coverage for the most common travel disruptions. One of the most common, and popular, travel insurance benefits is Emergency Medical, which provides travelers with coverage for medical emergencies sustained while traveling. A common concern that travelers have when reviewing this benefit is the difference between […]

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Do all travel insurance policies have a military clause in terms of getting deployed?

Most single trip travel insurance policies have a cancellation provision for “military called to emergency duty for a natural disaster other than war.” Some carriers include police, reservists, and fire personnel as well as military personnel. AIG Travel Guard policies have different provisions which include being called to active duty; having a leave revoked; or […]

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