Don't worry, the destination you're visiting this summer is safe. If you use a VPN, you're protected from hackers when you travel. Oh, your travel insurance will always cover you.
Those are three of the most dangerous travel assumptions you can make when you travel this year. Safe destinations can turn dangerous quickly. VPNs are just one weapon in your arsenal of tools to keep your devices safe when you're on the road.
And travel insurance? Oh boy. Let's just put it this way: If it's not in the policy, don't assume it's covered. "Travelers often hold many critical misconceptions," says John Rose, the chief risk and security officer for ALTOUR , a global travel management company.
With the world becoming a more dangerous place — and with more people expected to travel in 2025 — many of these assumptions could land you in deep water. This week’s plane crashes in Washington, D.C.
, and Philadelphia have only underscored the importance of travel safety. Assumption 1: Travel insurance will cover "everything" "Many travelers assume travel insurance is meant to cover every aspect of their 2025 trips," says Jenna Hummer, a spokeswoman for Squaremouth . "While it can cover many travel mishaps, all policies have common exclusions that could affect traveler’s coverage.
" Coverage varies significantly between policies, especially when it comes to exclusions like pre-existing conditions or certain activities. "It’s crucial for travelers to thoroughly review their policy to ensure.
