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Safe Travels

A biweekly column about travel safety and how to protect yourself when you’re on the road. Safe Travels is sponsored by Travel Guard, which offers broad coverage, including travel medical expense, trip cancellation, and more. Whether across the country or the globe, Travel Guard has you covered.

Don't get caught off guard! Discover common travel insurance exclusions and how to ensure you're protected on your summer trip.

Warning: Travel insurance may not cover this

July 12, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

As summer travel heats up, so does the demand for travel insurance. But before you click “buy” on a policy, take a minute to read the fine print. 

Categories Safe Travels
Using Wi-Fi at the airport offers convenience, but be aware of potential risks. Experts caution about hackers and data theft. Discover how to identify secure networks and safeguard your personal information when using Wi-Fi at the airport.

Is it safe to use Wi-Fi at the airport?

June 30, 2025June 28, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Is the public Wi-Fi network at JFK International Airport safe? That’s what one of Vivian Au’s customers wanted to know recently.

Categories Safe Travels
Travelers worry about vacation rental safety. Learn how to research neighborhood crime, read rental reviews, and use online tools for safer bookings. Understand how AI and crime databases can help.

How to find a safe neighborhood for your next vacation rental

June 17, 2025June 14, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

When Ashley Hampton traveled to New Orleans recently, she worried about security.  

Categories Safe Travels
After a skiing accident in the Swiss Alps, Christopher Elliott faced a $14,543 hospital bill when his travel insurance claim was denied. Discover how having a good travel insurance agent made a difference in navigating the claims process and ultimately securing the coverage he needed.

Why having a good agent is important for travel insurance

June 1, 2025May 31, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

I discovered the importance of having a good travel insurance agent on an icy slope in the Swiss Alps. My painful accident happened in a split second, but it took more than two years for me to learn my lesson.

Categories Safe Travels
This summer, safeguard your checked luggage with essential tips from travel expert Christopher Elliott. Discover strategies to prevent theft, such as using TSA-approved locks, tracking devices, and smart packing techniques. Learn how to report pilfered luggage promptly and consider alternative luggage services to ensure your belongings arrive safely.

Pro tips for keeping your checked luggage safe when you fly this summer

May 18, 2025May 17, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Eamonn Turley lost his laptop charger and designer sunglasses on a recent flight from Dublin to New York. 

Categories Safe Travels
Travel insurance is essential for summer vacations, safeguarding against unexpected events like trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and lost luggage. It typically covers trip cancellation, medical expenses, travel delays, and emergency assistance, ensuring peace of mind while traveling. Without it, travelers risk significant financial losses and stress during their trips. Travel insurance is crucial for summer vacations, protecting against unforeseen events such as trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and lost luggage. It generally covers trip cancellation, medical expenses, travel delays, and emergency assistance, providing peace of mind. Without it, travelers face potential financial losses and added stress during their journeys.

Do I need travel insurance for my summer vacation?

May 4, 2025May 3, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

With vacation season just around the corner, many travelers are asking themselves: Do I need travel insurance for my summer vacation?

Categories Safe Travels
If you've ever stored your luggage with a hotel, you probably know the nagging question: Is my bag safe?

How to prevent hotel luggage theft: 5 expert strategies

April 26, 2025April 19, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

If you’ve ever stored your luggage with a hotel, you probably know the nagging question: Is my bag safe?

Categories Safe Travels
It's that moment of hesitation before you head out the door. The one where you ask, "Is it safe to leave my valuables in my hotel room?"

Is it safe to leave my valuables in my hotel room? Here’s how to find out

June 16, 2025April 5, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

It’s that moment of hesitation before you head out the door. The one where you ask, “Is it safe to leave my valuables in my hotel room?”

Categories Safe Travels
You've probably seen the breathless warnings about pickpockets and scams this spring break. But my experience in New Orleans involved a more direct threat.

Is it safe to travel this spring break? Here’s what experts say

June 16, 2025March 22, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

You’ve probably seen the breathless warnings about pickpockets and scams this spring break. But my experience in New Orleans involved a more direct threat.

Categories Safe Travels
If you're thinking of going somewhere this spring break, chances are you've also been thinking of travel insurance. But experts say you should also think differently, because spring break is not like any other vacation.

This is what travelers forget when they buy travel insurance for spring break

July 2, 2025March 8, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

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