4 Reasons Not to Neglect Taking Out Travel Insurance

In the midst of the preparation and excitement of planning a trip away, the idea of having to find insurance cover can seem a nuisance. You know you need to protect yourself from any eventualities, but the options, details and cost of such cover can be off-putting.

However, with the current nature of the world, there are many good reasons not to risking leaving home without it - even if you're just planning a one-off journey.

Low choice options

Finance is one of the key factors that determine whether or not people purchase cover. But you may well be surprised at the number of single trip travel insurance policies that are actually very affordable. There are numerous reputable providers only a web search away, offering flexible packages for singles, couples and families who wish to take just one trip. You no longer have to be a long-term and frequent traveller to find a plan that won’t put a dent in your holiday budget.

Easier than ever

As "sod's law" would have it, you will always find life gets busier just before your holiday. Entering the single trip travel insurance minefield can seem like an unwanted added burden. But with reputable companies offering quotes online, the process can be streamlined and is now pretty easy - you won't need to go through reams of paperwork and documents to lock in reliable cover.

Wide range of benefits

These days, single trip travel insurance is not a bare-bones package policy. No matter how short your trip, you can get the assurance of a low-cost, simple plan to protect you from the advent of accidents, mishaps or illness. Whether you travel alone or with your family, to exotic locations or iconic destinations, you can go with the comfort of knowing you won't be affected in the event of something not going to plan.

Enjoy the extras

Everyone enjoys a little something extra. One reason single trip travel insurance should not be seen as an onerous purchase is that it is often spiced up with a few added extras. Not only do you have the option of great flexibility, where you can pay only for the days you need, but you also can enjoy added benefits such as car hire excess, golf cover and even cruise cover. This gives you the opportunity to see your cover as an accessory to your good times and not a headache. While you never expect anything to go wrong, you can enjoy peace of mind when faced with a potential accident, theft or injury with the appropriate cover.

Patrick Chong is the Managing Director of Insuremore. We provide low cost travel insurance and offer a range of policies including single trip travel insurance, annual, multi-trip and family cover. For all your travel cover needs, Insuremore can help you in the quickest and most cost-efficient way.

Writer and Online Marketing Manager in London.