Travel Insurance Jargon Buster

Glossary and Jargon Buster

Confused by the technical jargon in your travel insurance documents? Find out what certain insurance lingo means with our travel insurance jargon buster.

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Heatstroke & Heat Exhaustion Guide

For many, the sun is an important part of a holiday, but there are short-term and long-term risks associated with too much sun. Find out how to protect yourself.

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Strike & Industrial Action

Find out how your travel insurance policy works in the event of industrial action like airline strikes, baggage handling or air traffic control strikes.

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Travelling With Ulcerative Colitis

Having ulcerative colitis shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a well-earned holiday, so let Dr Sarah Jarvis share her top tips.

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Travelling With Cystic Fibrosis

If you or your child has cystic fibrosis, travel can sometimes seem a bit of a challenge – but with planning, it’s definitely possible. Check out Dr Sarah Jarvis' top tips.

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Travelling With Hepatitis

Learn from Dr Sarah Jarvis about the many different causes and types of hepatitis, as well as how you can protect yourself whilst on holiday.

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Travelling With Diabetes

Dr Sarah Jarvis takes a look at travelling with diabetes and shares some top tips to make your holiday go smoothly.

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Travelling With a Heart Condition

Dr Sarah Jarvis shares her knowledge on heart conditions and gives her tips and tricks to help you travel safely with your condition.

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COVID-19 & Travel Insurance

We're here to answer your questions about travelling and insurance during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Travelling With an Overactive Thyroid

A condition that is far more common as you get older, read Dr Sarah Jarvis' top tips for travelling with an overactive thyroid.

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Travelling With an Underactive Thyroid

Dr Sarah Jarvis gives us her top tips for travelling and how to make sure you're prepared before you go.

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Travelling With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dr Sarah Jarvis gives us her top tips for travelling with RA - find out more about vaccinations, medication, rest and more.

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Travel During COVID-19

Dr Sarah Jarvis shares her guidance on the practicalities of travelling during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

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COVID-19 Traffic Light System

Dr Sarah Jarvis breaks down the current 'traffic light' system for travel, vaccinations, entry requirements, and of course top tips for staying safe whilst travelling abroad.

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Travelling With Cancer

Dr Sarah Jarvis gives us her top tips for travelling with cancer, if you're taking medication, on a long-haul flight or food and drink, she's got the answers.

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Your COVID-19 Questions

We sat down with Dr Sarah Jarvis to ask your questions about COVID-19 and your health when travelling.

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Travel Insurance Exclusions

A guide to travel insurance exclusions detailing the key areas to look out for when buying cover, and how to avoid getting caught out when making a claim!

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Travel Insurance Cover Explained

A list of the basic components which make up a typical travel insurance policy. Find our more before arranging your cover.