4 benefits of Travel Insurance you need to know

Travel Insurance is one of the most important requirements before a trip is planned. Travel Insurance provides coverage against a variety of risks related to travel, and more importantly, provides coverage against medical treatment that may arise as a result of unexpected complications during travel. Having Travel Insurance is greatly beneficial for a traveller.

Here are 4 benefits of Travel Insurance to travellers:

• It protects you against losses during travel:
  
  Some of the losses that Travel Insurance covers include loss of checked-in baggage, loss of passport, etc. By providing coverage against these losses, it compensates the traveller for additional expenses that may occur due to these losses.

• It compensates medical expenses:
  
  One of the main reasons of opting for Travel Insurance is to compensate against accident or medical treatment costs that may incur during travel. In case of any accident, dental treatment or medical treatment, expenses up to the limit specified in the insurance policy are reimbursed by the insurance company. Some insurance companies have a network of hospitals in different countries through which cashless treatment can be done. The Travel Insurance company also provides help to ensure the insured person doesn’t have any problems. This is one of the biggest Travel Insurance benefits.

• It covers against changes to the trip itinerary:
  
  At any point of time, there may be changes to the trip itinerary. It could be because of unforeseen circumstances, health problems, cancellation by the seller of the hotel or airline booking, or the financial bankruptcy of the travel company or cruise company offering the trip. A Travel Insurance policy compensates against these losses that may occur before a trip commences. Travel Insurance also covers against trip curtailment due to any reason. This coverage might differ from product to product.

• It covers personal liability:
  
  Personal liability is coverage against damage caused by the insured to a third person. During travel, especially international travel, if by any chance you cause any damage to a third person who has to be compensated, this part of Travel Insurance will provide compensation. Third party liability can be for damage to property or to a person. This personal liability coverage might differ from product to product.

There are many Travel Insurance benefits that make it indispensable to travellers during their trips and vacations. Be sure to pick up a Travel Insurance policy before your travels!

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* The information provided in this article is generic in nature and for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for specific advice in your own circumstances. You are recommended to obtain specific professional advice from before you take any/refrain from any action.