Travel insurance coverage may not extend to mental health

Travel Insurance doesn't cover mental health

Many vacationers purchase a policy in case of a medical emergency, but not all forms are covered. Travel insurance can be a very important way for people to protect themselves against the financial losses associated with the unexpected, whether that be the sudden need to cancel a trip at the last moment or requiring urgent medical assistance while away from home. However, these policyholders are starting to discover that mental health is typically not covered. One of the most important types of coverage that a travel insurance policy provides is…

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Travel product released by the Allianz insurance company in time for holidays

As Americans get ready to celebrate the Christmas season, there is new protection for their event planners. The insurance company called Allianz Global Assistance USA has just announced the release of a new travel product for event planners in the United States that is being launched just in time to assist people who are getting ready for their holiday celebrations. This was released in conjunction with the company’s annual Vacation Confidence Index. That insurance company survey was designed to help to gauge customer attitudes and behaviors regarding travel. What it…

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