✈️🌍 Travel Insurance

 Your Safety Companion on Every Journey

Travel opens up new experiences — but also brings unexpected challenges like flight delays, lost baggage, medical emergencies, or trip cancellations. Travel Insurance protects you financially and ensures your peace of mind, whether you’re traveling abroad or within India.

It’s your backup plan for life’s surprises while traveling.


 

🧳 What is Travel Insurance?

Travel Insurance is a short-term insurance policy that covers risks during your trip, including:

  • Medical emergencies abroad

  • Trip delays and cancellations

  • Lost baggage or passports

  • Emergency evacuations

  • Accidents or personal liability while traveling

Whether you’re a solo backpacker, a family on vacation, or a student studying abroad — travel insurance ensures you’re never stranded.


 

🌐 Types of Travel Insurance Plans

Plan TypeBest ForCoverage Highlights
International Travel InsurancePeople going abroad for vacation or workMedical, trip delays, baggage loss, personal accident
Student Travel InsuranceStudents going abroad for educationMedical, sponsor protection, laptop theft, study interruption
Domestic Travel InsuranceTravelers within IndiaAccident, baggage loss, trip cancellation
Senior Citizen Travel InsuranceTravelers aged 60+Higher medical coverage, pre-existing disease cover (optional)
Group Travel InsuranceCorporate or family group toursSingle policy for all travelers, economical pricing
Multi-Trip Annual PlanFrequent flyersCovers multiple trips in a year, cost-effective

 

What Does Travel Insurance Cover?

  • 🏥 Medical Emergencies Abroad
    (Accidents, illness, hospitalization)

  • 💼 Loss of Checked-in Baggage
    (Compensation for lost or delayed luggage)

  • Trip Cancellations or Curtailment
    (Due to illness, bad weather, or emergencies)

  • 💳 Loss of Passport or Personal Belongings

  • 💡 Personal Liability
    (If you accidentally cause injury or property damage)

  • 🚑 Emergency Medical Evacuation or Repatriation


 

🚫 What’s Not Covered?

  • Traveling against medical advice

  • Claims related to alcohol/drug use

  • Pre-existing conditions (unless covered)

  • Adventure sports (can be included as an add-on)

  • Travel for unlawful purposes

Each policy has its own exclusions — always read the fine print!


 

🧠 Why Do You Need Travel Insurance?

  • Healthcare abroad can be extremely expensive (e.g., ₹7–10 lakh for hospitalization in the US or UK)

  • Missed flights or visa rejection can cause financial loss

  • Many countries like Schengen, UAE, and Thailand mandate travel insurance

  • Peace of mind for yourself and your loved ones

  • Easy to buy online in just a few minutes


 

🇮🇳 Popular Insurers Offering Travel Insurance in India

  • Tata AIG Travel Guard

  • ICICI Lombard Travel Insurance

  • HDFC ERGO Travel Policy

  • Bajaj Allianz Travel Elite

  • Reliance General Travel Insurance

  • SBI General Travel Insurance

  • Digit and Niva Bupa (Online Plans)


 

📢 Pro Tip:

Always declare pre-existing conditions honestly, and choose a cashless claim facility where possible. For student plans, check if study interruption and sponsor protection are included.


 

🧳✈️ Final Words

A small premium for travel insurance can save you lakhs in emergency costs. Whether you’re flying to Canada, visiting Europe, or trekking through the Himalayas — Travel Insurance is your most important companion.