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Pregnancy Travel Insurance Guide: What You Need to Know Before You Fly

Everything you need to know about pregnancy Travel Insurance and travel insurance. Updated July 2026.

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Does travel insurance cover coronavirus?

Many New Zealand travel insurers have exclusions in relation to epidemics. If you’re questioning your travel safety or simply want to know more about cover, read on.

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Repatriation Travel Insurance Explained: Cover & Costs

Learn what repatriation travel insurance covers, from medical evacuation to funeral costs, and how much it costs if you’re not covered. Read our full guide.

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Finding travel insurance when you have hypertension

Having asthma shouldn't shouldn't stop you from seeing the world. It may be tricky to find travel insurance that covers asthma- but we're here to help!

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Finding Travel Insurance When You Have Asthma

Having asthma shouldn't shouldn’t stop you from seeing the world. It may be tricky to find travel insurance that covers asthma- but we're here to help!

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Finding Travel Insurance When You Have Diabetes

Having diabetes shouldn't stop you from seeing the world. With the right preparation and travel insurance, you can enjoy your trip with confidence.

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Travel insurance and mental health cover

Find out how mental health conditions may affect your cover, what you may need to disclose, and how different insurers assess applications.

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Does travel insurance cover elective surgery overseas?

Are you going overseas for elective surgery? Does travel insurance cover your cosmetic procedure? We've got the answers!

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Travel Insurance and peanut allergies

Living with a peanut allergy can make travel trickier, but with some forward planning and travel insurance, you can still explore the world with confidence.

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Updated August 2026