InsureMyTrip News

WARWICK, RI, May 29, 2012—Not that long ago, Canadian residents needing travel insurance coverage for a pre-existing medical condition had to jump through hoops and pay an additional premium to get it.  But that was then and this is now. Today, purchasing all inclusive trip cancellation insurance from InsureMyTrip.com is fast and easy.

Many comprehensive travel insurance policies offer a full complement of benefits including coverage for pre-existing medical conditions that may recur and compel a traveler to cancel their trip. Pre-existing Medical Condition Waivers are a must-have if you have a recent history of health issues, from a heart condition to cancer or concerns about the health of a non-traveling family member. In order to fully take advantage of these waivers however, it’s important to understand some of the purchase requirements and policy terms.

Q.What is a Pre-existing Medical Condition?
A.It is a medical condition, injury, disease, or illness that occurred prior to your date of departure. This condition may apply to you, a traveling companion, family member, or business partner.

Q.What is a ‘look back’ period?
A.This is the number of days that the insurance company will ‘look back’ from the date of your trip departure to see if your claim is related to a pre-existing medical condition.

Q.What is a Pre-existing Medical Condition Waiver?
A.Every insurance policy has a pre-existing medical exclusion, meaning that coverage is not available for pre-existing medical conditions. However, five of the All Inclusive Policies now offered through InsureMyTrip for Canadian travelers have a Pre-existing Medical Condition Waiver which essentially deletes that exclusion and extends your policy to cover pre-existing condition-related risks.

Q.When is the best time to buy travel insurance to obtain a Pre-existing Medical Condition Waiver?
A.To be eligible for a Pre-Existing Medical Condition Waiver, you need to purchase your policy within 15 to 21 days of your initial trip deposit and be medically able to travel, regardless of your pre-existing conditions, on the date the policy is purchased. Following these guidelines, pre-existing medical condition waivers become an automatic benefit under the terms of your policy with no additional fees and no separate paper work.

InsureMyTrip.com’s expert Customer Care representatives can help you navigate the complexities of this multi-faceted insurance, whether you simply need one question answered or want step-by-step guidance in selecting a travel insurance policy.  Representatives are available to help seven days a week, 365 days a year. Call (800) 551-1337 to speak with a licensed travel insurance professional, or visit www.insuremytrip.com to learn about protection plans that put you in control of your travels.

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About InsureMyTrip:
Established in 2000, InsureMyTrip is a leading online travel insurance aggregator worldwide.  Featuring insurance comparisons from the top industry providers, InsureMyTrip is a one-stop resource designed to meet travelers’ comprehensive insurance needs all in a secure environment. Enhancing the insurance buying experience, InsureMyTrip features a Customer Ratings & Reviews community forum for traveler feedback, discussion and information exchange. InsureMyTrip also specializes in providing custom retail and wholesale travel insurance solutions in the education and mission travel markets. InsureMyTrip is headquartered in Warwick, R.I., with additional offices and data centers in Connecticut and Oregon.

WARWICK, RI, May 14, 2012—InsureMyTrip.com, the leading online travel insurance comparison site and Meet, Plan, Go! (MPG), frontrunners in the North American career break movement, are joining forces to help long-term travelers assess and take care of all their travel insurance needs.

For more than a decade, InsureMyTrip.com has helped travelers of all kinds—from honeymooners and families to seniors and students—protect against increasing travel-related risks and gain peace of mind. “We’re an ever-expanding community of diverse travelers with wide-ranging insurance needs and interests,” explained Jim Grace, President and CEO of InsureMyTrip.com. “So we’re very excited to welcome MPG members into our growing family and help them with their own unique coverage concerns.”

The new multi-pronged partnership which names InsureMyTrip.com as the travel insurance agency of record for Meet, Plan, Go! and its members, includes a number of specialized features such as a dedicated customer service program that focuses on helping career breakers navigate their way through the insurance planning process and make informed decisions based on their particular coverage needs. Licensed insurance representatives trained in long-term travel insurance requisites are available daily to assist at 855-773-9375.

“We are very excited to be partnering with InsureMyTrip,” said Michaela Potter, co-founder of Meet, Plan, Go! “To my knowledge they are the first and only travel insurance company to focus on helping the North American career breaker.” Preparing for a career break or a lengthy leave of absence from work is different for everyone but safeguarding your journey with travel insurance is a must for anyone taking extended travels. “Oftentimes people planning a career break don’t understand the various types of insurance plans they need to consider, including cancellation, evacuation, and even major medical,” Potter explains. “InsureMyTrip understands the challenges involved with planning a career break and they know how to help.”

In addition to the dedicated customer service program InsureMyTrip also provides expert assistance to MPG members via the MPG website with up-to-date, detailed product information and free quotes.  In the coming months the travel protection experts will also be helping MPG members figure out the ‘whats, wheres, whens, and hows,’ of insurance with InsureMyTrip online instructional materials and live presentations at Meet, Plan, Go! premier events.

For all the latest in travel insurance information, connect with us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter (@insuremytrip).

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About InsureMyTrip:
Established in 2000, InsureMyTrip is a leading online travel insurance aggregator worldwide.  Featuring insurance comparisons from the top industry providers, InsureMyTrip is a one-stop resource designed to meet travelers’ comprehensive insurance needs all in a secure environment. Enhancing the insurance buying experience, InsureMyTrip features a Customer Ratings & Reviews community forum for traveler feedback, discussion and information exchange. InsureMyTrip also specializes in providing custom retail and wholesale travel insurance solutions in the education and mission travel markets. InsureMyTrip is headquartered in Warwick, R.I., with additional offices and data centers in Connecticut and Oregon.

About Meet, Plan, Go!:
Meet, Plan, Go! is leading the career break movement in North America; encouraging and teaching others how to travel the world and have it be beneficial to their career. When someone is venturing on such a life changing adventure it’s important for them to have a support community that they can connect with, and Meet, Plan, Go! offers that through in person events, an online course & community, planning tools, and an inspirational blog. For more information visit www.meetplango.com.