When you compare travel insurance quotes with us, you can choose from a few different policy add-ons, such as:
To get a quote, here's what you'll need to do:
1Correct as of October 2024
We work with 44 travel insurers1. This means you can quickly and easily compare different providers and policies. We’ll show you the Defaqto rating of each one, so you can purchase your policy with peace of mind that you’re making the right choice for you.
We make it quick and easy to compare over 70s travel insurance. It takes as little as 2 minutes to get travel insurance quotes with us. Helping you save time and money!
We’ll only show you policies that fit your criteria. So, if you have medical needs or want additional cover added, we’ll only show you policies that include these.
There’s 3 main types of travel insurance available. Let’s take a look at them, so you can decide which will offer you the best travel insurance for over 70s:
"A perk of getting older is having more time to travel. If you're going abroad, think about taking out a travel insurance policy. Even though it can cost more once you're over the age of 70, travel insurance can cover the cost of things like emergency medical treatment or lost luggage. And without a policy in place, these could set you back thousands of pounds."
Some providers can impose upper age limits, along with other limitations. For example, it's common to see an age limit of 75 on travel insurance, and some insurers might only offer cover for shorter trips. But shopping around is the best way to find what cover is available for you.
It's a good idea to buy your travel insurance as soon as you've booked your trip.
With a policy in place, you'll be covered if you need to cancel your trip for an unexpected reason before it begins. For example, illness or injury.
You might be able to, it depends on the policy and provider.
When you take out a quote with us, you'll be able to see which of our insurers can offer this.
You can make a claim on your travel insurance by contacting your provider.
Usually, most insurers require you to phone their claims team to make a claim. But, others can ask you to fill out a claims form online. If you're ever in doubt about how you should claim, contact your provider for guidance.
If you have a medical emergency, the process for making a claim is different. You'll usually be given an emergency number you can call for immediate assistance. So, ensure you make a note of it just in case you need to call it.
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Page last reviewed: 16 January 2025
Reviewed by: Alvaro Iturmendi
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