What is over 50s travel insurance?
Whether you're packing up the kids for a family holiday or jetting off for some alone time with a partner, don’t run the risk of paying thousands of pounds for emergency medical treatment if you get ill or injured whilst abroad - travel insurance could take care of your personal possessions and unexpected holiday cancellations.
- 15% of our customers who bought travel insurance in 2011 and 2012 were in their 50s, so it could be useful no matter your age!
- The Foreign office claims that 1 in 10 over 55s don't always take out travel insurance when going away
- Compare various rates and levels of cover so your travels are as worry-free as possible
- 9 out of 10 customers would recommend us to a friend**, so you're in good hands
**Research conducted by Confused.com. Out of 3,324 respondents, 95.8% said they would recommend Confused.com to a friend (October 2012 - March 2013).
Are you a regular holidaymaker? Annual travel insurance might be more cost effective if you travel more than twice a year. If you're not sure which one to go for, then take a look at our guide to types of travel insurance.
What could over 50s travel insurance cover?
- Medical treatment and repatriation back to the UK if you are unwell or get injured whilst on holiday
- Holiday cancellations cover could come in handy if you are forced to cancel your trip
- Baggage, personal possessions and money cover could also help you out if your items are stolen or accidently lost
- Most policies provide a 24 hour helpline for use in an emergency
Let's see if we can answer any of your travel insurance questions.

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Jan 2012
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Jan 2012
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Apr 2013
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