US Travellers

Every year millions of Americans and Canadians exchange visits with their neighbouring countries.

Because it is so easy and convenient to visit Canada, Americans often neglect to prepare themselves for the worst. Travelling anywhere in the world without travel health insurance, including Canada can be very expensive if faced with a medical emergency.

If you already have insurance, find out the details of its coverage. Many insurance companies will not cover your evacuation to get back home. If you are a senior citizen, travel health insurance is crucial. Also, be sure to always carry your insurance policy with you.

It is very important to make sure that you choose a policy that gives you adequate coverage. A most basic plan usually covers each member of your family up to $35,000 US or $50,000 CAD. This will usually include ambulance expenses, any tests and medical and hospital bills.

A weekend ski trip in Calgary or a fishing trip to Ontario can be accompanied with peace of mind whenever travel health insurance is present. Breaking a leg skiing is not uncommon, even for the best skiers. Likewise, boating accidents can happen to the most experienced fishermen. In that case, travel health insurance would play a big part of your trip or vacation. However, even if you do not need to make a claim, you will be more relaxed knowing that you have insurance.