Single Trip Travel Insurance

What is single trip travel insurance?

Single trip travel insurance is a type of travel insurance that covers you for one trip only.

Unlike annual multi-trip travel insurance, this type of insurance is designed to cover one-off, individual trips and will insure you for the period of your specified travel dates. 

Single trip insurance can cover a range of eventualities such as cancellation, personal accident, lost or stolen personal property and many more. 

Continue scrolling down the page to find the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about single trip travel insurance - or quickly navigate to the most relevant section for you via the menu.

Why should you get single trip travel insurance?

Getting travel insurance is a key part of preparing your trip. 

If you’re not covered, it could cost you dearly - whether that’s through unexpected medical expenses, an accident, loss of personal belongings, or anything else. 

Ultimately, nobody wants to make a claim - but having travel insurance is there to put your mind at ease, so you can enjoy your holiday without worrying about any of the above.   

If you live with pre-existing medical conditions, the very best way to ensure you’re not out of pocket (should your medical conditions cause any complications before or during your trip) is to buy a travel insurance policy that includes cover for them.

Medical Travel Compared specialises in helping people who may have difficulty getting standard cover due to age or medical history, so you’re in safe hands.

Use our simple and straightforward online medical screening facility to declare your pre-existing medical conditions and anything for which you take prescribed medication.

We will then search our panel of over 30 specialist medical travel insurers to offer you a choice of cover levels and premium options to suit both your travel needs and your budget. You may also find that getting accepted for single trip cover with medical conditions is easier than with annual multi-trip.

What does single trip travel insurance cover?

This varies across our panel of travel insurance providers, but you can generally expect to be covered for:

• Cancellation - in case your holiday is cut short, or cancelled altogether. 
• Personal Accident - in case you need to pay out as a result of an accident. 
• Medical & Repatriation Expenses - in case you need emergency assistance or medical repatriation back to the UK.
• Mobility Aids - to cover the things you rely on most. 
• Baggage Loss - in case your luggage goes AWOL. 
• Theft - unfortunately, your personal belongings are arguably more vulnerable to theft when you travel.

In terms of specific conditions, single trip travel insurance can cover you for a range of different pre-existing medical conditions. 

Provided cover exists for your condition, we’ll do our best to find the best value across a variety of specialist providers. 

Some of the main conditions that can be covered under single trip travel insurance include: 

• Cancer (including breast cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer and more)
• Diabetes
• Epilepsy
• Heart conditions (including angina, heart disease, heart attack, cardiomyopathy and more) 
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Stroke (including TIA)

Are there different levels of single trip cover?

Yes - there are different levels of single trip travel insurance. 

In simple terms, this means that some policies may include more comprehensive coverage than others. This is something to keep in mind when comparing quotes from different providers. 

Depending on what type of trip you’re planning - it’s wise to ensure you have the right type of cover to meet your needs. And, it’s always worth thinking about the different areas where you might need to upgrade your cover.

Optional Extras

You can also add optional cover to a single trip policy when you compare quotes with us. 

This includes cover for any gadgets you’re travelling with - as well trip-specific cover. So, if you’re going on a cruise, or a ski trip, you should let us know.

• Gadget cover
• Cruise cover
• Winter sports cover

Things to consider when looking for single trip cover

While we’re all after a cheap deal on our travel insurance, you need to remember that the cheapest insurance isn’t always the best option – especially if you have medical conditions you need to be covered.

Cheaper policies also often come with a higher excess, so you may find yourself paying more should you need to claim on your policy.

Comparing insurance policies side-by-side will give you the best possible view of which is the best deal. Be sure to read the small print and ensure your specific conditions or the activities you’ll be doing (skiing, for example) are covered.

If you have any doubts about your quote, you can always ring the provider and they should be able to shed light on the specifics of what their policy will cover you for.

If you are travelling in a group or with your family, a quick money-saving tip is to look for single trip family travel insurance. This way, you can put all your family onto one policy instead of having to pay for several separate ones.

Be sure to take a look at the cover details that we provide with each quote, making sure it covers you for everything you need.

Check the cancellation limit is enough to cover the cost of your holiday should you have to cancel, and pay attention to the excess that applies and decide if the amount is affordable should you make a claim. 

It’s also important to bear in mind the fact that cancellation cover will start from the date you buy the policy - so you can rest assured that you’ll be covered right away.

Compare deals and get great single trip cover

Medical Travel Compared is intended for UK residents of all ages, and can help arrange cover for both short and long stay holidays.

Once you have entered your details, you can then review the search results in price order.

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