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
How do you pack for a safe cruise?
15 February
Safe Solo Travel: A Guide for 2025
31 January
22 November 2024
Turbulence facts every traveler should know
If you've noticed more "fasten seatbelt" announcements during your recent flights, you're not imagining things. Airlines...
15 November 2024
How to take the stress out of flying often
Many travelers around the world are heading into a heavy travel season: multiple holidays, winter school...
7 November 2024
Understanding the New Airline Fee Rules
Flight disruptions are stressful, and no one likes them. A recent poll of 2,000 US adults who recently...
1 November 2024
Hidden Fees and Fake Numbers: The Latest Rental Car Scams
When did renting a car become so complicated and risky? While traditional rental car companies still...
25 October 2024
How to Stay Safe Hiking Anywhere in the World
In hiking news this week, all the missing hikers were in the US: A 60-year-old missing hiker...
19 October 2024
How to Get the Best Seat for Any Trip
There’s no shortage of complaints about airline seating these days. From seats with zero storage to...
11 October 2024
How to Secure Your Home Before a Trip
Don’t let the joy of traveling be overshadowed by nagging doubts about the safety of your...
4 October 2024
Foolproof Ways to Avoid Pickpocketing
Petty crimes like pickpocketing are a growing problem for travelers. Although there are no reliable statistics...
27 September 2024
Google Flights Secrets for Savvy Travelers
Google Flights is a powerful tool that's revolutionized how we search for and book air travel. But...
20 September 2024
Flight Booking Strategies for 2024
Booking a flight when you want to stick to a reasonable budget takes persistence, and it...