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ABOVE: If you get a life-threatening sunburn and lose your passport on the beach at Calvi, Corsica, insurance can cover your medical expenses and the cost of rescheduling your trip home.

General Information

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When the unexpected occurs, trip coverage can save the day. This article explains the types of coverage that are available and includes links to online agencies and brokers.

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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.

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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?

InsureMyTrip.com our partner
"The largest travel insurance comparison site on the Internet" offers coverage from eight leading insurers. Use the automated quote form to price and compare policies instantly. 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.

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Short-term car leases:
cheaper than renting!

Do you live outside the EU? Save on car rental with a tax-free Peugeot 'Buy Back' or Renault Eurodrive tourist lease. Minimum driver age is 18, there's no upper age limit, and rates include full insurance.

For details, see our article on Short-Term Car Leasing.