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Travel agents and airlines charge huge commissions. We don’t! Our travel insurance comparison is free to use. You'll be directed to the insurer's website to buy travel insurance without any sneaky charges.
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Whether you're looking for cheap travel insurance or fully comprehensive cover for a domestic or international trip, you'll find the prices on our site are the same great prices you get buying travel insurance direct!
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Convenient
Using our comparison is easy-peasy! One simple form makes it quick and easy to compare travel insurance quotes for your holiday. You'll get quotes online for your trip in seconds.
Feel Secure
All the companies we compare have 24/7 emergency assistance & are underwritten by reputable insurers like Chubb Insurance New Zealand Ltd and Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's.
Product Choice
We compare heaps of policies for all types of travellers from some of New Zealand's most reputable travel insurers. We compare brands including, 1Cover, Amex, Zoom & more!
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FAQswhy buy travel insurance?
We’re not silly, we know that plenty of New Zealanders go on holiday and have an amazing time exploring new and exciting places without buying travel insurance. But taking a gamble on your much-needed break can be risky. Here’s why!
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Exxy Medical Costs
If you buy a policy for just one reason, this is it! Falling ill or being injured while travelling overseas can be extremely costly. Hospital costs in the USA can reach up to $10,000 per day, while emergency transport home for treatment can easily exceed $100,000! Ouch!
Disasters Can Strike
The excitement of getting on that plane has you knotted up like a pretzel. Picture your dismay if you had to cancel last minute. Worse still, imagine you’re mid-martini when bad news breaks. Should you need to return home, you’ll be covered for unforeseen events like injury or illness of a close relative.
Your Stuff Is Important
Loss, theft or damage to your prized possessions can be a common, yet gut-wrenching experience. If your personal belongings go AWOL while you’re away the right policy will pay to replace or repair them. Win!
Peace Of Mind
Travel insurance comes with 24/7 emergency assistance services which includes a team of doctors, nurses, travel agents and translators ready to support you in your time of need. ...Aaaand relax.
Because You Have To
Still not convinced? We hate to be the fun police, but some countries simply won’t let you in without cover! For example, it is mandatory to take out travel insurance when travelling to Thailand or Cuba.
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What Adventure Activities Are Covered?
We know that relaxing on a beach isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. For the adventure junkies amongt us, it’s important to think about your planned activities and understand what is and isn’t covered.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions
Having pre-existing medical conditions shouldn’t stop you from taking on the globe, one continent at a time! You shouldn’t have to pay through the nose for cover either!
Does travel insurance cover coronavirus?
The coronavirus dubbed COVID-19 has led to a global public health emergency and travellers are concerned. We clarify the stance on cover for epidemics with some of New Zealand's leading travel insurers.
travel insurance review
Not sure which policy to pick? Our travel insurance reviews are here to help! Thousands of Kiwis have reviewed their travel insurers to give you the inside story on everything from claims handling to customer experience. Or perhaps you want to have your say? Whether you love or loathe your travel insurer rate and review them to help other Kiwis pick the right policy for their holiday.
travel insurance frequently asked questions
Have a travel insurance question? Here are some of the most common questions we get from our customers.