Back-to-travel basics if it’s been a while since you've flown overseas

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Between ticket prices and border closures, it’s been a hot minute since many of us have flown overseas. Maybe those packing skills have gotten rusty, or maybe you’re just not sure what the rules are in a post-pandemic world – but that’s okay!

If you’re unsure what travel looks like nowadays, here’s a resource list of what you need to know, including some handy explainers for all things travel insurance.

Trip planning

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An ounce of preparation is worth a pound of cure. These guides can help you get organised before taking off. 

Need more inspiration? Here are some iconic (and themed) destinations to check out.

Packing and travel documents

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Don’t forget anything! Here are your crucial checklists and packing guides before heading to the airport.

Coping with flights

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Flying is one of the safest ways to travel – but it can also leave you stressed and exhausted by the time you reach your destination. Get prepared for your journey with these guides.

If you're looking for an alternative way to jet-set around continents, like, let's say, Europe, we've crunched the numbers on whether it's cheaper to take planes, trains, or automobiles

COVID-19 travel and border rules

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The pandemic has left us a bit of a rocky road to navigate, so here are some COVID-safe explainers if you're travelling overseas. 

If you’re not sure what’s covered by your particular policy, read the product disclosure statement (PDS). The PDS will outline all the relevant terms and conditions of your coverage so you can decide whether it works for you.

You can also find out what the border rules and travel exemptions are for your destination by using the government-run website Smartraveller.

Travel insurance

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Travel insurance has become incredibly important in the last two years. Not only could the right policy cover emergency medical expenses if you get sick overseas, but it could also reimburse you if your flights get cancelled. Sound relevant? 

The best travel insurance policy will be worth the money because it adequately covers your trip while fitting snugly into your budget.

Here are some explainers to help get your comparison journey started. 

Ready to go? You’ve got this. Compare international travel insurance policies for your next trip below, or head to our best travel insurance page for award-winners. 

Compare international travel insurance policies - last updated 29 March 2024

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