Author: Damian Tysdal
Damian Tysdal is the founder of CoverTrip and a licensed travel insurance agent since 2006. He believes travel insurance should be easier to understand, and started the first travel insurance blog in 2006.Recent Posts
13 February 2026
The Anti-Spring Break Blueprint for Savvy Travelers
If you’re like me, you’ve been staring at the last of the February slush and counting...
6 February 2026
A traveler’s guide to airport lounge access
The recent winter storms served as a stark reminder that even the best-laid travel plans can...
30 January 2026
How to Eliminate Sneaky ‘Convenience’ Fees from your Hotel Bill
Hidden 'convenience' fees can feel like a personal affront to a well-planned travel budget, and I...
23 January 2026
Don’t Let AI Ruin Your Next Travel Plan
If you’ve read the news lately, you’ve likely seen the buzz about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Depending...
16 January 2026
What to do if you Break Something While Traveling
Accidents happen, even to the most careful travelers; however, when things break these days, it can...
9 January 2026
UK and EU Entry Rules for Americans: the UK ETA, Europe’s New Border Checks, and ETIAS
For decades an American or Canadian went to Europe on a passport and nothing else. That...
2 January 2026
These 10 Travel Security Tips Don’t Work Anymore
For decades, savvy travelers relied on these security tips: store your passport in the hotel safe, wear a...
19 December 2025
Savvy Travelers Skip Customs with Global Entry
If you've ever returned home from an incredible international trip only to spend an hour shuffling...
12 December 2025
SSSS on Your Boarding Pass, Now What?
If you've ever tried to check in for a flight online and been told you need...
5 December 2025
Canceled or Delayed Due to Snow – Now What?
Winter weather doesn't just inconvenience travelers; it can completely derail carefully planned trips, leaving thousands stranded...