Why Domestic Travel Might be a Good Choice for Americans in 2023

Why Domestic Travel Might be a Good Choice for Americans in 2023

Current United States passport processing delays present an obstacle for those wishing to travel internationally this summer. If you’re planning international travel and need a new or renewed passport, expect processing time to take between 10 to 12 weeks, not including mail time. These statistics were last updated in March of 2023.

For that reason, you may want to consider domestic travel because it takes the passport requirement out of the travel equation. The United States has many options. Here are just a few suggestions to get you thinking.

Some popular tropical travel destinations within the United States include:

• Hawaii
• The Gulf Coast
• U.S. Virgin Islands
• Puerto Rico
• Southern California

Some popular non-tropical travel destinations within the United States include:

• Alaska
• Maine and the Northeast U.S. Coast
• Washington and the Pacific Northwest
• Michigan and the Great Lakes region
• The American Southwest

The above is only the tip of the iceberg. Destination options are virtually endless.

Although the United States is the land of the free, these trips aren’t. When you combine travel expenses, food, lodging and excursion fees, the totals can really add up.

Even though passport processing delays don’t play a role, many things might happen that could stop you from going on your vacation. You could get sick just before your departure date. Or, your destination could experience a hurricane, political unrest, attack from a foreign government – the possibilities are many.

So, what if the unthinkable happens? What if you can’t go on your vacation domestic or otherwise? What happens to all that money you’ve invested in the trip? Is it simply lost?

It doesn’t have to be. Dan Drennen, Director of Sales and Marketing at Travel Insurance Center^® offers a solution. “It’s called Cancel For Any Reason travel insurance,” Dan says. “And it’s a viable way to hedge against the risk of losing your travel investment if you can’t go on your scheduled trip.”

If you’re interested in hedging against the financial risk associated with travel, Cancel For Any Reason coverage might be your answer. However, there are a few limitations that you should be aware of before obtaining this sort of coverage.  

Eligibility Details Regarding Cancel For Any Reason Coverage*

1. The policy must be purchased within 14 to 21 days (depending on the insurance carrier) of your very first trip payment or deposit. If you go beyond that timeframe, then Cancel For Any Reason insurance policies are not an option. 
2. You must insure the full, pre-paid, non-refundable cost of the trip. 
3. If you do cancel for any reason not covered under the standard trip cancellation provisions of the policy, you must do so 48 hours or more before departure.

If used correctly, Cancel For Any Reason policies can help protect your travel investment. But where do you go for such coverage? How much should you pay for it? And how do you know the coverage you get is a good match for your needs and budget?

To get suitable coverage at a competitive price, many turn to licensed travel agents like Dan Drennen’s team of Travel Insurance Experts at Travel Insurance Center. Dan’s team of licensed professionals can conduct deep-dive research to find suitable coverage options that match your specific situation, and they do it all at no charge to you.

To contact Travel Insurance Center, dial 1.866.979.6753 or complete this simple contact form. Dan and his team are ready to help you protect your travel investment. Reach out today!  

*Do contact Travel Insurance Center at 1.866.979.6753 for a more complete rundown of product benefits, features, limits and exclusions.

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