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By Damian Tysdal, licensed travel insurance agent since 2006 · Updated 19 October 2024

In shortShorter pieces on travel safety, trip planning, claims and travel insurance news, going back to 2006. For the complete answer on a subject, the guides are the place; for one question, the answers.

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How to Get the Best Seat for Any Trip 19 Oct 2024
How do you ensure you're getting the best seat for your trip? Consider what type of traveler you'll be on this trip first. Here's how
How to Secure Your Home Before a Trip 11 Oct 2024
Do you know that vacant homes present one of the most enticing jobs for thieves? Here's how to secure your home before any trip you take.
Foolproof Ways to Avoid Pickpocketing 4 Oct 2024
Petty crimes like pickpocketing and snatch-and-grab theft is on the rise for travelers. Here are some foolproof ways to avoid pickpocketing.
Google Flights Secrets for Savvy Travelers 27 Sep 2024
Want the latest intel on using Google Flights like a master traveler? Hare are the tips and tricks that can get you the best flights cheap.
How to Avoid Culinary Catastrophies 13 Sep 2024
How do you avoid a disappointing meal when you travel? Here are the steps to avoid culinary catastrophes when you don't know the area.
How to stay connected with an eSIM 6 Sep 2024
Can you stay connected when you travel with an eSim? It depends on whether your phone is compatible, and here's the latest info.
How not to get hacked at your hotel 31 Aug 2024
How safe is that hotel Wi-Fi? No one knows, so let's review the safe things you can do and when you may need a VPN.
Top 5 Vacation Rental Mistakes 16 Aug 2024
Planning your dream trip at a vacation rental? Before you click Book Now, see the top vacation rental mistakes travelers make.
5 things to do immediately after a long flight 9 Aug 2024
What should you do immediately after a long flight? Here's a list to help you banish jet-lag and get your body back on track.
Smart Tips for Handling Flight Delays and Cancellations 2 Aug 2024
After a huge IT outage and several airline meltdowns, do you know what to do when your flight is severely delayed or canceled? Take a look.
How to Avoid Hotel Junk Fees 27 Jul 2024
Hidden fees are everywhere! So how do you avoid them when booking a hotel? Here's the step-by-step instructions.
Essential Tips for Handling a Lost or Broken Phone While Traveling 20 Jul 2024
Our phones have become our digital support system, so what happens if it's lost or broken while traveling? Here's what you need to know.
What can you do about pesky airline luggage fees? 5 Jul 2024
The airlines keep raising their fees for everything from seats, to meals, to bags. Here's what you can do to beat them at their own game.
5 Tips to Skip being Profiled as an American abroad 29 Jun 2024
Can Americans avoid being profiled while traveling abroad? You can, if you know how and implement these techniques.
What should you do if you get sick abroad? 21 Jun 2024
Fever, chills, and a crushing headache - you're sick and you're not at home. Here's what you should know if you become sick abroad.
You can apply the 80/20 rule to packing—here’s how 7 Jun 2024
There's an art and science to packing light, and you can apply Pareto's principle (the 80/20 rule) to do it well.
How to leave the US and return as quickly as possible 31 May 2024
How do you leave the US and return as quickly as possible? Why expedited services, of course. Here is the latest list, and which ones to get.
Upcoming changes for US travelers visiting Europe 24 May 2024
US travelers to Europe will soon have some changes to contend with, including new fees and taxes. See this list of changes so you're ready.
6 tips to skip altitude sickness when you travel 17 May 2024
Altitude sickness is quite common among travelers - and it can be deadly. Here are six tips to skip altitude sickness on your next trip.
Game-changing Airline Ticket Updates 10 May 2024
Did you know you can cancel a nonrefundable ticket and get (most) of your money back? Airline tickets are changing.

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