Travel Insurance
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Special coverages
Two other types of insurance coverage are worth knowing about:
Car insurance. If you rent a car in Europe, liability
insurance will be included, but you may be responsible for collision damage
or theft unless you buy a collision damage waiver (CDW) and car theft
insurance (LDW). Some credit-card companies offer such coverage as a free
perk, but not all do--and the insurance many not apply to all countries. To
be safe, you can purchase coverage from the rental firm or--less
expensively--from a company that specializes in travel insurance. See our
Rental Car Insurance article for
details.
Homeowner's insurance. Your standard homeowner's policy may cover
some losses when you're traveling, but coverage on items like jewelry may be
limited, and business equipment (such as laptop computers) may be excluded.
Check with your insurance agent before taking valuables with you on a trip.
Where to buy trip insurance:
InsureMyTrip.com
our partner
"The largest travel insurance comparison site on the
Internet" offers coverage from leading insurers. Use the automated quote
form to price and compare policies from different companies. If you live in
the United Kingdom, see:
TravelInsuranceGuide.co.uk
This site offers product comparisons for 70 insurance companies that sell
policies in Britain, along with general insurance advice for UK-based travelers.
MedjetAssist
our partner
If you're seriously ill or injured more than 150 miles from your home, this
company will supervise your medical care and--if necessary--fly you across the
ocean by air ambulance.
Related articles at Europe for Visitors:
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Terrorism and Supplier Default
Travel insurance is valuable, but not all policies offer adequate coverage
against terrorism, civil unrest, and the bankruptcy of an airline, cruise line,
or tour company. Here's what to look for before you buy a policy.
Rental-Car Insurance
Do you need liability insurance in Europe? Should
you pay extra for a Collision Damage Waiver, or can you rely on your credit
card's free coverage?
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