Travel Insurance Quote

Thanks to the Internet, you can get a travel insurance quote in a matter of seconds. Before you fire up your Web browser, though, it's important to know the answers to a few questions. Some of those questions are obvious: where are you going? When are you going? Who's going with you? But others need a little more thought: if you make several trips a year, then it makes more sense to look at annual/multi-trip policies than single trip ones.

Whether you're dealing with Direct Line or specialist firms such as Outbackers, the process is simple: choose the type of travel insurance quote you're looking for (single trip, annual, winter sports or extended stay), answer a few questions and then you'll be given your quote.

Don't just go for the lowest price, because no two travel insurance quotes are the same. Some insurers don't include personal belongings or travel money cover; others charge fairly high excesses in the event of a claim; others offer extra features, such as cover for grandchildren, nephews and nieces. It's important to read the small print carefully.

Most internet sites' travel insurance quotes are no-obligation, and even if you buy a policy you can usually cancel it if you decide not to travel. Of course, you won't be able to cancel your travel insurance if you've already been on your trip and didn't encounter any problems.