Note: This post was originally written in 2013. As of 2019, US citizens are no longer required to have health insurance under PPACA. This means no more penalties in case of failing to enroll. However, it’s advisable to have a health insurance cover that protects your family in the event Continue reading
Dozens of countries have started to reopen their borders, meaning that some popular destinations are now accessible to tourists again. But that doesn’t mean the COVID-19 threat is over altogether. Many governments are still advising travelers to avoid all non-essential travel to other regions. With that said, travel is no Continue reading
When the COVID-19 pandemic began peaking in the months of March and April, millions of travelers worldwide were suddenly stranded away from home. As the number of available flights rapidly dwindled, travelers scrambled to book evacuation flights offered by their homelands or were forced to self-isolate abroad. India was among Continue reading
The U.S. is not completely shut down, but only those who are traveling for essential purposes will be granted entry. For the parents of some US citizens, who are from abroad, these restrictions may complicate certain activities. They might need to come to the USA for essential reasons but they Continue reading
Travel insurance can protect elderly adults with pre-existing conditions that may have an acute onset. International travel continues to remain at a standstill due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. But when travel resumes, it will pick up at a feverish pace, especially for parents who have not been able to Continue reading
Travelling parents need to purchase visitor insurance that fits their current health and travel requirements. When your relatives are about to visit, you often think of making plans such as attractions they can see, events they can attend and business they can address. However, we tend to plan a lot Continue reading
Travel insurance plans now offer COVID-19 coverage for those who have or may be affected. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has grounded travel since many countries continue to maintain travel restrictions, many of which may likely extend to 2021. Of course, this will have implications for travel insurance. Existing plans may Continue reading
You’ve booked your flight or hotel, and now you’re thinking about the fun stuff: where to go, what to see and what new foods to try. We know that travel is exciting, so it can be easy to forget about one thing: ensuring you’re covered to unforeseen circumstances while you’re Continue reading
Travel can be life-changing. Exploring unfamiliar places, immersing yourself in a different culture and experiencing new things can expand your mind and give you a fresh perspective on the world. But stepping out of your comfort zone often means you’re stepping out of your insurance zone, as well. That’s why Continue reading
You’re on holiday in the United States when you trip and fall, spraining your wrist. Perhaps you’ve come down with the flu that’s going around, causing you to have a high fever. Luckily, you’ve planned ahead and enrolled in a health insurance for visitors plan, so you’ll be able to Continue reading
GLEN ALLEN, VA (January 31, 2020) – Visitor Guard®, a visitor health insurance company, is issuing recommendations for travelers searching for health and trip insurance who may have concerns about travel during the coronavirus outbreak. Coronavirus is impacting travel globally. Officials worldwide are warning visitors to avoid unnecessary travel to Continue reading
