Ideally, purchase travel insurance right after booking your trip to maximize coverage for trip cancellations.

Some insurers allow it, but it’s best to buy before you begin your travels to avoid any coverage gaps.

Many providers now offer coverage for cancellations due to COVID-19, but check specific policy details.

Contact your insurance provider’s emergency assistance immediately to guide you to an approved medical facility.

Provide the necessary documentation (receipts, reports) to your insurer as required and fill out a claim form.

Yes, most policies allow you to extend coverage if your stay extends, subject to insurer’s approval.

Standard policies usually exclude high-risk activities; you may need to buy additional coverage for adventure sports.

Some insurers have age limits, but many offer senior-specific travel insurance policies.

Yes, if a natural disaster affects your travel plans, most policies will cover trip cancellations and interruptions.

You are typically eligible for compensation to buy essentials while you wait for your baggage, after a certain delay period specified in your policy.