Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury and family travel. When planning a trip, whether it's a quick weekend getaway or an ...

Despite the rising costs of holidays, many travellers are still skipping travel insurance, according to new research. A survey of 4,000 UK adults by Aviva found that 11 per cent of travellers don't ...

Given stranded and capsized cruise ships, travel can seem like risky business. February 17, 2013— -- intro: Given stranded and capsized cruise ships, travel can seem like risky business. But ...

When booking a trip, understanding the difference between primary and secondary travel insurance coverage can save travelers both time and money. This distinction determines how claims are processed ...

In a perfect world, travelers wouldn’t need to worry about flight delays, trip cancellations, or lost luggage—never mind surprise medical emergencies. But these days, seasoned jetsetters know that ...

If you're feeling unsure about booking travel, adding "cancel for any reason" coverage — sometimes called CFAR — to your travel insurance becomes a standout option. With this, you can cancel your trip ...

Penny Gusner is a senior insurance writer and analyst at Forbes Advisor. For more than 20 years, she has been helping consumers learn how insurance laws, data, trends, and coverages affect them. Penny ...

Comprehensive travel insurance for Italy should bundle together several types of insurance, including trip cancellation, delay and interruption insurance. You’ll also want a policy with medical and ...