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Travel Insurance Blogs

Everything you need to know about travel visas
Everything you need to know about travel visas
Hotel and flight booked? Check! As you prepare for your next trip abroad, don’t forget to check if you need a travel visa. Canadians must have one when visiting some countries. The last thing you want to do is arrive without one and be denied entry.  
4 tips to help you save money on travel insurance
Ready to save on travel coverage for your next trip? CAA will answer all your questions about travel insurance and get the best coverage for your budget.
9 Things you should check in your travel insurance policy
We rounded up the 9 things you should check in your travel insurance fine print. But if you need to learn how travel insurance coverage works, CAA is here to help.
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4 Common flight questions answered
With all those reports of cancelled flights and lost luggage, that relaxing vacation you booked is becoming a source of stress. CAA Travel Insurance is here for you with coverage that fits your needs. 
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Navigating Canadian airport chaos
Canadians are packing their suitcases and travelling again. After two years of cancelled trips and COVID travel restrictions, airports have seen a high volume of Canadians taking off. But they are struggling to keep up with the crowds.
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How many days do you need for your multi-trip plan?
Are you eager to explore the globe? If you have several trips planned, you might be wondering if it is cheaper to get annual travel insurance.
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5 most expensive travel insurance claims (and how much they’d cost you)
We rounded up the five most expensive emergency medical travel insurance claims and how much CAA Travel Insurance paid to get our travellers the protection they needed. Avoid these costly medical bills with CAA Travel Insurance.
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What you need to know about travelling with pre-existing medical conditions
Pre-existing medical conditions don’t need to hold you back from travel anymore. CAA Travel Insurance offers emergency medical plans with a Pre-Existing Medical Condition Rider so you can travel safely, sooner. 
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Fact or fiction? 9 popular travel insurance myths debunked
Knowing when you need to buy travel insurance and what kind of policy you need can seem confusing at times. Did you know you should have travel insurance whenever you travel outside of Ontario? Or that you may need additional coverage if you're going on a helicopter tour?
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Are you a snowbird? Don’t fly away without CAA’s travel medical coverage
It’s a great lifestyle of perpetual summer, but it does require a bit of planning ahead. Fortunately, CAA offers snowbird insurance that gives piece of mind for long-term travellers. Here’s a few commonly asked questions to help get you started!
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60 and over? Here’s what you should know about travel medical insurance
Once you’re over 60 and ready to travel and tick things off your bucket list, the world is full of possibilities. It’s also full of considerations when it comes to travel and your health.
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How much do you know about travel insurance?
Cancellations, delays, lost luggage and medical emergencies. These days, it’s no surprise that travel insurance is a hot topic for Canadians. Here’s what you need to know about travel insurance.
What's happening at airports and how can I be prepared? 
Are headlines about security line ups, cancelled flights and airport overcrowding making you think twice about heading overseas this summer? Relax – CAA Travel Insurance has some great tips and insights to set your mind at rest.
A Very Special Gift From “Grama”
Things don’t always go as planned, especially when you’re away from home. No matter where you choose to go, CAA Travel Insurance is with you every step of the way, so you can plan with confidence.
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When Should I Choose a Family Travel Insurance Plan?
What's the best travel insurance for my family? There is the answer.
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What To Do Before You Go on a Trip
Pre-Trip Checklist: To ensure you’re prepared for your vacation, check this list!
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4 Must-Have Travel Insurance Products (Bet You Didn’t Think of the Last One!)
Planning on travelling? Here are four insurance products you don’t want to leave home without.
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Thinking of Travel? The Right Time to Plan for it is Now
Make sure you’re travelling insured. Here are three questions to ask yourself when planning your next trip.
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Travelling out of Ontario? Here’s Why You Need Travel Insurance
If you’re planning on travelling outside of the province, don’t leave home without travel insurance.
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How to Make an Insurance Claim for Trip Cancellation and Interruption
What to do to submit your trip cancellation and interruption claim to CAA Travel Insurance