Eye on Travel Insurance

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Primary- and secondary-payer policies

June 2013 issue.
Simplifying the differences between primary- and secondary-payer policies — and why knowing them can save you from a lot of hassle

Travel insurance competition
March 2012 issue.
The competitive world of travel insurance just got more competitive. Two more travel insurance providers switched their medical benefits to primary-payer coverage.

Statistics: Will I have a medical emergency overseas?
August 2011 issue.
Will I have a medical emergency overseas? The short answer is ‘Probably not.’

Unsatisfactory trip-itinerary changes
April 2011 issue.
Suppose that you are midway through a European river cruise-tour and the itinerary or mode of travel has had to be changed because, for example, the water level is too high or too low to accommodate the ship. The itinerary change is not to your liking, you do not wish to remain with the group and you would like a prorated refund of the cost of the rest of the cruise.

Travel insurance premium refunds
January 2011 issue.
“Am I likely to get a refund of a travel insurance premium if I cannot take the trip?” The short answer is “Probably not.”

The Betty James Travel Insurance Strategy
September 2010 issue.
The Betty James Travel Insurance Strategy! What is it? Briefly, it’s a strategy to get economical, high-limits, overseas medical coverage and emergency medical evacuation coverage.

Alternatives to full-feature travel insurance policies
July 2010 issue.
by Wayne Wirtanen (Second of two parts. Go to part one.)

When is it a good idea to buy a full-feature travel insurance package?
June 2010 issue.
by Wayne Wirtanen (First of two parts. Go to part two.)

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