Welcome to the Travel Insurance hub of The Walking Critic — where real-world travel meets real-world protection.
Let’s face it: travel insurance isn’t the sexiest part of planning a holiday. No one sits down with a glass of wine and says, “Hey, let’s talk about emergency evacuation benefits!” But if there’s one thing years of wandering the world has taught me, it’s this: the right cover can turn a travel disaster into nothing more than a great story for later.
Think of travel insurance as your invisible co-pilot. You hope you’ll never need it, but when plans go sideways — cancelled flights, lost bags, broken ankles, unexpected cyclones, cruise diversions, medical mysteries, or the classic “I can’t believe this is happening to me” moment — it steps in so your trip isn’t ruined.
This corner of The Walking Critic is all about demystifying travel insurance without putting you to sleep. I want to make it practical, accessible and … dare I say… interesting. Whether you’re cruising through the Kimberley, hiking in Patagonia, island-hopping in Greece or simply hopping across to Bali, I’ll break down the essentials, review what matters, and share real-life stories that show why insurance is more than a tick-box — it’s a travel essential.
Expect updates on what’s happening in the insurance world, how different providers stack up, which policies suit which types of travellers, and insider tips from the frontline of travel mishaps. My goal? To help you travel confidently, smartly and with a little more peace of mind — because adventure should be exciting, not stressful.
So dive in, explore the guides, and take note of the lessons learned the hard way by travellers who didn’t think they needed cover. Trust me… some of these tales you won’t forget.
Travel boldly. Travel informed. And if something goes wrong? You’ll be glad you dropped by this page first.
Note: as one of the world's leading travel experts, I am also a licensed distributor for three major travel insurance providers. These are nib, CoverMore and PassportCard.
