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5 cheap overseas holidays from Australia

Looking for a cheap overseas holiday this year? We highlight the destinations that can be surprisingly affordable, letting you explore the world on a budget.

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What to do in Australia in winter

Dreaming of a winter getaway? Whether you’re keen to hit the ski slopes or escape to warmer weather, here’s what to do in Australia in winter.

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Reciprocal Health Care Agreements

Travellers from some countries may be covered by Reciprocal Health Care Agreements with Australia if they are on a tourist or working visa.

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One in five Aussie travellers go uninsured - here's how you can save AND make sure you're covered

A concerning 20% of travellers go without travel insurance - here's how you can keep costs down and save with a 5-Star Rated policy.

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Travelling Overseas: What To Do If You Lose Your Wallet

You may not know what to do if you lose your wallet overseas, especially in a stressful situation. Fortunately travel insurance may be able to help.

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How much does travel insurance cost?

The one travel item you can’t afford to fly without just got more expensive. So how much has the cost of travel insurance in Australia increased by?

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Travel insurance for pre-existing medical conditions

Planning a trip while prioritising your health? It's important to know how travel insurance for pre-existing medical conditions works.

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Travel insurance exclusions

Find out what some common exclusions for travel insurance are and how they can affect your policy, before you set off on your trip.

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Travel insurance for expensive items

What are the options when it comes to travel insurance for expensive items such as laptops, camera equipment or jewellery? We take a look.

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Does travel insurance cover COVID-19?

If you’re planning overseas travel in the near future, you may be wondering if travel insurance covers you if you contract COVID-19.

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What is travel insurance and what does it cover?

The Australian Government advises that all overseas travellers purchase travel insurance. We look into different travel insurance policies and what they cover.

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Top 10 things to pack for overseas trip

Packing for your next overseas adventure and not sure where to begin? Here are 10 essential items to pack for any overseas trip!

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How do I know if I will get seasick on a cruise?

Some tried and tested ways to know whether you may get seasick on a cruise – and how to prevent and treat seasickness if it happens.

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When is the best time to travel to Uluru?

Uluru is a sacred place filled with history and culture, but when booking a trip to the area, is there an ideal time to travel?

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Domestic travel insurance

Planning a trip closer to home? Domestic travel insurance can help cover things like cancellation costs and lost, stolen or damaged luggage.

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Travel insurance for children and under 18s

Are you looking for travel insurance for children and under 18s? We cover options to consider.

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Travelling overseas checklist: how to plan for a big trip

When travelling an overseas trip, the amount of planning can seem overwhelming. To make the process easier, be sure to follow the following 8 steps

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What are the 7 natural wonders of the world?

Planning a holiday when international travel resumes? Be inspired by the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, and compare travel insurance with Canstar.

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Lost passport? How to get an emergency passport

It normally takes three to six weeks to get a new passport. But if you are overseas and you need to travel urgently, you can apply for an emergency passport.

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How to make a travel insurance claim

If you need to make a travel insurance claim, we explain how to do it and what documents you may need to give your insurance provider.

Important Information

For those that love the detail

This advice is general and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider whether this advice is right for you.