Single Trip Travel Insurance – Protect Your Adventures

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Booked Your Trip? Don’t Forget Your Single Trip Travel Insurance

Planning a holiday is exciting – whether it’s a city break, a beach getaway, or an adventurous trek. But while you’re busy booking flights and accommodation, don’t forget to protect yourself with Single Trip Travel Insurance. Travel mishaps can happen when you least expect them, and having the right cover ensures peace of mind throughout your journey.

Single Trip Travel Insurance is designed to provide cover for one specific trip, protecting you against unexpected expenses like cancellations, medical emergencies, lost luggage, and travel delays. Whether you’re heading on a short weekend break or embarking on an extended holiday of up to 365 days, having the right insurance in place can save you from costly setbacks.

Why Do You Need Single Trip Travel Insurance?

We understand that when you book your holiday – whether it’s a package holiday, flights only, or a self-catered stay in an Airbnb – travel insurance can sometimes be overlooked. However, the cost of travel is continuously rising, and medical expenses abroad can be significant. That’s why travel insurance is as essential as your passport and tickets.

Imagine falling ill while on holiday and needing emergency medical treatment. In some countries, hospital bills can reach tens of thousands of pounds. With Single Trip Travel Insurance, you won’t have to worry about unexpected medical costs. Additionally, if your trip is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, insurance can help you recover non-refundable expenses.

What’s Included in Our Single Trip Travel Insurance?

Our comprehensive Single Trip Cover includes:

  • European and Worldwide Cover Available – Whether you’re exploring Europe or travelling further afield, choose the level of cover that suits your trip.
  • Emergency Medical Expenses – Coverage ranges from £5 million to £10 million per person, ensuring you’re protected if you require medical treatment abroad.
  • Travel for Up to 365 Days – Ideal for longer trips, backpacking, or gap years.
  • Personal Possessions Cover – From £1,500 to £5,000 per person, so you’re covered in case of lost, stolen, or damaged belongings.
  • 24/7 Emergency Medical Assistance – Help is available whenever you need it, wherever you are in the world.
  • Maximum Age 99 – Travel confidently, regardless of your age.

*Terms and Conditions Apply. Please see our Policy Wording for full details.

What Additional Cover Options Are Available?

Every trip is different, and depending on your plans, you might need extra coverage. That’s why we offer a range of optional add-ons to enhance your policy:

  • Cruise Cover – Protect yourself against cruise-specific risks like missed port departures, itinerary changes, and cabin confinement.
  • Winter Sports Cover – Heading to the slopes? Get covered for skiing, snowboarding, and winter sports equipment.
  • Golf Cover – Ensure your expensive golf clubs and green fees are protected while travelling.
  • Business Travel Cover – Includes cover for business equipment, replacement personnel, and manual work.
  • Sports and Activities Cover – From hiking and scuba diving to bungee jumping, make sure you’re covered for the activities you plan to enjoy.

If your trip includes any of the above, consider adding one of these tailored cover options to your policy for full protection.

Who is Single Trip Travel Insurance Best For?

Single Trip Travel Insurance is perfect for:

  • Holidaymakers: Whether it’s a family holiday, a romantic getaway, or a group trip, single-trip insurance ensures you’re covered for the duration of your journey.
  • Backpackers and Gap Year Travellers: Planning an extended adventure? Our policies cover up to 365 days abroad, making them ideal for long-term travel. Alternatively, consider a longstay travel insurance policy which can provide cover for up to 18 months.
  • Short Breaks & City Escapes: Even if you’re only going away for a weekend, travel insurance provides protection against unexpected disruptions.
  • Adventure Seekers & Sports Enthusiasts: If your trip includes activities like skiing, scuba diving, or hiking, our optional sports and activities cover is available to give you extra peace of mind.

What Does Single Trip Travel Insurance Cover?

When shopping around for a Single Trip Travel Insurance policy, it’s important to check the level of cover offered. Our policies include:

  • Trip Cancellation & Curtailment: If you need to cancel or cut your trip short due to unforeseen circumstances, you’ll be covered for non-refundable costs.
  • Medical Expenses & Repatriation: If you fall ill or have an accident abroad, your medical costs (including hospital stays and treatment) will be covered.
  • Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Luggage: Protects the contents of your suitcase, including clothes, electronics, and personal items.
  • Missed or Delayed Flights: Covers extra costs if your flight is delayed, cancelled, or if you miss a connection.
  • Theft of Money or Valuables: Compensation for lost or stolen cash and important documents such as passports.
  • Gadget Cover: Protects smartphones, tablets, cameras, and other electronic devices.
  • Cruise Disruptions: If you’re taking a cruise, additional coverage is available to protect against itinerary changes and missed ports.
  • Personal Liability: Covers legal expenses if you accidentally cause injury to someone else or damage property.

How to Choose the Right Policy

Before purchasing your Single Trip Travel Insurance, consider:

  • Destination: Do you need European or Worldwide cover? Some destinations may have higher healthcare costs, requiring more extensive medical coverage.
  • Trip Duration: Policies cover trips from a few days to up to 365 days. Choose one that aligns with your travel plans.
  • Personal Belongings & Valuables: Make sure your possessions are covered, especially if you’re travelling with expensive items.
  • Activities & Excursions: Planning to ski, scuba dive, or take part in adventure sports? Check that your chosen policy includes these activities or add extra cover.

How to Get a Quote

Looking for Single Trip Travel Insurance? It’s quick and easy to get a quote online. Simply enter your trip details, choose your cover level, and receive a tailored policy in minutes.

Don’t leave your trip to chance – get covered today and travel with confidence!

Get a Quote for Single Trip Travel Insurance Online Now

Essential Travel Resources for UK Holidaymakers Booking a Single Trip Holiday

Travel Advice & Requirements

  • UK Foreign Travel Advice – Get up-to-date information on visa requirements, travel restrictions, and safety tips for your destination.
  • NHS Fit for Travel – Find health advice, vaccinations, and travel health recommendations.
  • U.S. ESTA Application – If travelling to the USA, apply for your ESTA visa waiver online.

 

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Single Trip Travel Insurance FAQs

Single Trip Travel Insurance is ideal for those going on a one-off holiday. If you plan to travel more than once, you may be better off with an annual policy, rather than organising separate single trip policies every time you travel. Single Trip Travel Insurance can cover you and those travelling with you, for up to 365 days a year. If you are organising travel insurance for anyone else in your travelling party, ensure to add them to your policy by choosing either, a couple’s policy, a family policy or a group policy.

If you are thinking about purchasing a Single Trip Travel Insurance policy, you may need cover for taking part in extra activities. Winter Sports Cover is important to add to your policy if you are going skiing or snowboarding, as it will provide additional benefits, including cover if your ski equipment is lost or damaged. Similarly, with Cruise Cover, it is essential to add to your policy if you are going on a cruise for cover to be provided, this also provides additional cover benefits, such as missed port departure and cabin confinement.

We provide cover for many Sports and Activities, such as, water skiing, trekking and zip lining. Over 90 sports and activities are covered as standard, and for an additional premium, we can cover those that are a little more hazardous!

Yes, our single trip travel insurance policy provides cover if your trip is cancelled or cut short in certain circumstances. This may include cancellations or curtailments due to unforeseen circumstances. Full details of what is and isn’t covered can be found in the Policy Wording.

With Single Trip Travel Insurance, you would be covered for medical expenses, cancellation, and loss of personal possessions. However, the amounts you are covered for and the specifics of what these benefits entail will depend on the level of cover you take out. Our levels of cover available are Silver, Gold and Platinum. You can review all our policy documents to find out which one would be most suited to your needs.

Covered2Go offers three levels of travel insurance. These are Silver, Gold and Platinum. With our Platinum policy, there’s a Nil Excess, and Cancellation Cover up to £10,000 per person.

If you only travel occasionally, perhaps once or twice a year, a Single Trip Travel Insurance policy may be the best option for you. This type of policy can also provide cover for longer trips, lasting up to 365 days, subject to terms and conditions.

However, if you’re likely to take multiple trips within a year, Covered2Go Annual Multi-Trip Travel Insurance could be a more cost-effective and convenient way to stay covered.

Yes, we can amend travel dates up to 2 years from the issue date of your policy, provided you have not travelled, not made any claims, and have no circumstances which may lead to any claims.

You should purchase your policy as soon as possible for cover to be provided. When obtaining a quotation, please tell us the date you are leaving the United Kingdom. The start date and end date of the policy should correspond with the dates of travel. Cancellation cover will become effective the date the premium is paid, and the policy is issued.

We are confident that our medical screening quotation system will provide cover in most circumstances, with decisions being instantaneous. Simply get a quote or contact us to discuss further.

If we cannot cover your condition, GoodToGo Insurance may be able to help you. We are pleased to have partnered with GoodToGo Insurance, who are on the list of serious medical specialist providers presented on the medical directory by MaPS.

GoodToGo’s policies are designed for people travelling with all types of pre-existing medical conditions up to a high level of severity and sometimes even a terminal prognosis. You can call us on 0333 400 7745 or visit our Covered2Go/GoodToGo partnership website for more information.

If Covered2Go and/or GoodToGo are unable to cover your condition, then you have free and unrestricted access to a pool of specialist travel insurance providers on the directory provided by the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS).

MaPS was established at the beginning of 2019 and engages with HM Treasury on policy matters relating to financial capability and debt advice.

The MaPS travel insurance directory has been created for travellers who have potentially been refused cover or received a high additional premium in connection with their medical conditions, which provides them with access to consider alternative providers.

How can I access the MaPS Directory?

  • By Phone – call 0800 138 7777 (Monday – Friday 8am to 6pm)
  • Online – you can visit the online travel insurance MaPS directory for a full list of participating travel insurance brands by clicking here.
  • By Email – simply contact traveldirectory@maps.org.uk.