Do I need travel insurance?

Do I need travel insurance?

Travel insurance is an essential part of any holiday, including cruise holidays. It provides peace of mind and protection against unexpected events that can occur before or during your trip. Here are some reasons why you should consider purchasing travel insurance for your cruise:

1. Medical Emergencies: If you fall ill or get injured during your cruise, medical expenses can be very costly, especially if you require medical evacuation. Travel insurance can cover these expenses and provide you with the necessary medical assistance.

2. Trip Cancellation or Interruption: Unexpected events such as illness, injury, or a family emergency can force you to cancel or cut short your cruise. Travel insurance can reimburse you for the non-refundable expenses you have already paid for your trip.

3. Lost or Stolen Luggage: It is not uncommon for luggage to get lost or stolen during a cruise. Travel insurance can provide coverage for the loss or damage of your personal belongings.

4. Covid-19 Related Issues: The ongoing pandemic has made travel insurance even more important. It is essential to have coverage for Covid-19 related issues such as cancellation due to illness, medical expenses, and quarantine expenses.

At Ambassador Cruise Line, we require all our guests to have fully comprehensive travel insurance that specifically covers cruise holidays, is valid for the entire duration of your chosen itinerary, provides full health coverage for all pre-existing conditions, and the costs of medical repatriations, plus specific cover for Covid-19 related issues. We recommend our guests to purchase travel insurance from our partner, Holiday Extras, who provide exceptional value fully comprehensive cruise travel insurance cover.

Please ensure that you provide us with the correct insurance details either online 72 hours prior to sailing or at the port on the date of departure to ensure we can contact your insurance company in the event it is needed. Travel insurance is an investment in your safety and well-being, and we highly recommend that you purchase it for your cruise holiday.