What Does Travel Insurance Really Cover? A Complete Guide

By Neil Pollin

What Inclement Weather Really Means for Cancellations

Caught in a storm? Many travelers assume their coverage takes care of cancellations due to bad weather. But the exclusions and conditions might mean otherwise. But wait, there’s more…

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Insurance jargon often limits this coverage to “named storms”, leaving less common but equally devastating weather phenomena out of the picture. It’s a loophole that has taken many by unpleasant surprise.

Trip cancellations become contentious when insurance terms demand proof that the storm rendered travel impossible, often judged too stringently. Many remain unenlightened until they encounter the issue directly.

Don’t be amongst the uninformed. As we explore further, discover how tiny details dictate the practicality of your policy’s promises…