Safety & Insurance

Weather, illness, muggings—travel doesn't always go as planned. Follow our tips for troubleshooting the most common vacation problems.
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How to Stay Warm in a Tent
A woman snorkeling above a reef
10 Tips for a Better, Safer Snorkeling Experience
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15 Outdoor Skills to Master This Year, With Expert Tips and Tricks
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Navigation 101: Skills and Tools for Finding Your Way on a Hike
A group of people hiking through a forest
10 Essential Safety Tips for Every Hike
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Why This Gay Man Prefers to Travel Solo
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How to Stay Calm When Your Child Is Traveling, According to TripSavvy Parents
The Scotland highlands view in autumn from the car.
8 Things You Need to Do to Get Your Car Road-Trip Ready
Colorful hot air balloons flying over Wat Huay Pla Kang, Chinese temple in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand
Is It Safe in Thailand?
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My Experiences Traveling Alone As a Black Woman
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Nationwide Travel Insurance: The Complete Guide
Aerial View Of Cruise Ship On Sea
AIG Travel Insurance: The Complete Guide
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The Best Credit Cards for Travel Insurance
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5 Reasons Travelers Shouldn’t Fear Sharks
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Passport DC 2020 (Washington DC Embassy Open Houses)
Mother with young son and luggage at airport
Required Documents for International Travel With Minors
People in Champs de Mars park
Is It Safe in Paris?
India visa.
Visa Requirements for India
Faucet with water pouring from it
Can You Drink the Water in Mexico?
A hurricane hits Rocky Point, Mexico
Hurricane Season in Mexico
Family riding through small Mexican beach town
Passports and Mexico Entry Requirements for Children
Old San Juan, the City Walls
Is It Safe in Puerto Rico?
Rain and storm winds blowing trees
How to Plan Travel Around the Atlantic Hurricane Season
Uber is available in more than 500 cities worldwide, including Toronto.
8 Costly Mistakes Made by Uber Riders
Plaza Santa Cecilia in Tijuana
How to Cross the Border From San Diego to Tijuana, Mexico
Tsunami in Japan
International Cities You Don't Want to Be in During a Natural Disaster
A Qantas Airbus A380 flying over Sydney Harbor
What Jets, Airlines Are on the World's Safest Lists?
Overhead of jeepneys clogging main road of Divisoria Market, Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines, South-East Asia
5 Places in the World You Never Want To Drive
Euros and US Dollars
Tips for Changing Your Money Abroad
An RV accident
What to Do If You're in an RV Accident
Stroopwafel
What Not to Bring Back From the Netherlands
Midsection Of Woman Packing Luggage While Sitting On Bed At Home
Vacation Countdown: 17 Smart Things to Do Before Leaving Home
South African Currency on a map of Africa
A Guide to Tipping in Africa
Man driving in Europe
What Is an International Driving Permit?
Duty free items are still subject to tax and duty in your home country.
Must I Pay Customs Duty on Alcoholic Beverages From Duty Free Shops?
Gansbaai
The World's Most Dangerous Beaches
A woman and man look at a map while on a train
Your First European Vacation: Travel Checklist
Eyelash Viper Bothriechis schlegelii, in Costa Rica
Look Out for These Poisonous Snakes in Central America
Women in a market in Africa
What to Expect on Your First Trip to Africa
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Guatemala Vaccinations and Health Information
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Vaccinations You Need Before Going to Nicaragua
Low Angle View of Hot Air Balloons In Clear Sky
Travelex Insurance: The Complete Guide
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Flight Insurance That Protects Against Delays and Cancellations
Sign for national park closure during government shutdown
What Happens to My Vacation If the Government Shuts Down?
All Flights Cancelled
What Is Trip Cancellation Insurance?
Does Travel Insurance Cover Earthquakes?
Dog in travel case
Are My Pets Covered by Travel Insurance?
If your luggage comes out like this, it may not be covered by your travel insurance policy. Sorry about your luck.
Three Situations Where Your Travel Insurance Claim Will Be Denied
Male patient in a hospital
What Is Trip Interruption Insurance?
Man stacking firewood to build a campfire
How to Build a Campfire
Tourist on Khao San Road, Bangkok, Thailand
Is Bangkok Safe?
Cacti in the desert in Aruba
Is It Safe in Aruba?
Man in a surgical mask checking in at a hotel desk
How Hotels and Home-Exchange Services Will Adapt to a Post-Pandemic Reality
A super typhoon severe weather event moving toward Asia
How to Prepare For a Severe Weather Event
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How to Use Ridesharing Apps When You Travel
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8 Basic Scuba Diving Skills You Should Master
Man Riding Motorcycle On Road Amidst Trees Against Sky
10 Common Scams in Bali
Secure Wrap station at Miami International Airport
Baggage Wrapping Service Offers Peace of Mind for Air Travelers
Aerial view of Cancun Hotel Zone, Mexico
Is It Safe in Cancun?
Monks in the rainy season, Mawlamyine, Myanmar
Traveling in Southeast Asia's Monsoon Season
Taxis in Syntagma Square
How to Avoid Taxi Scams in Greece
Cairo Skyline, Egypt
Is It Safe in Egypt?
Crowds of people crossing street on zebra crossing in New York, USA
Is It Safe in New York City?