Author: Damian Tysdal
Damian Tysdal is the founder of CoverTrip, and is a licensed agent for travel insurance (MA 1883287). He believes travel insurance should be easier to understand, and started the first travel insurance blog in 2006.Recent Posts
Fuel Spikes & Airline Woes
15 May
29 May 2026
Beyond the Levels Numbers: How to Spot Travel Risks
It can be frustrating to try to plan a trip when the news cycle feels miles...
22 May 2026
The Ultimate Summer Road Trip Safety Guide
If you have looked at flight prices for July or August lately, you might have felt...
15 May 2026
Fuel Spikes & Airline Woes
Gosh, it has been a whirlwind sort of year for travelers. Between the headlines coming out...
8 May 2026
Facial Scans and 3-Hour Lines? New EU Rules
If you have a trip to Europe planned for this summer, the arrival process will look...
1 May 2026
Will it be too ‘Hot’ to travel this summer?
Last summer wasn't an anomaly; it was a preview of the risk that’s now apparent in...
24 April 2026
Don’t Run for the Gate! Your Guide to Stress-Free Connections in 2026
We have all seen it or endured it. The passenger sprinting through the terminal, dodging travelers...
10 April 2026
TSA’s New Biometrics: 3 ways to stay in control
If you’ve walked through a major airport lately, you’ve likely noticed something missing: the TSA agent...
3 April 2026
New Rules for Securing Your Credit Card
For years, we’ve told our fellow travelers to watch out for pickpockets in crowded plazas and...
27 March 2026
Airports are in Meltdown: Let’s Pivot to Trains
The current travel landscape in 2026 feels like a perfect storm. We are in the fifth...
20 March 2026
Planning a Summer Trip in Uncertain Times
This year, the relaxing summer vacation may feel like it’s impossible. With the expansion of the...