billmclaughlin
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- SJPP/Burgos 2012; Le Puy/SJPP 2013; Aumont Aubrac/Aire sur l'Adour 2014; Burgos/Santiago 2016.
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I believe you are in Seattle grayland, do you know, is this sold only in the U.S.? My challenge now is finding affordable insurance because of my age. I'm in perfect health and always score the highest on medical questionnaires but can't believe the quotes I'm getting from Canadian carriers so still looking.I have been using Squaremouth.com for the last few years. It was first recommended here by a member.
The provider that works for me is Tin Leg....despite the funny names.
I do not get the "travel" coverage just medical and medical evacuation insurance. Very cheap that way.
Two important things to watch for are that the insurance is Primary and not secondary insurance.
The amount of evac coverage is important also and does not increase the premium much to add to the amount of coverage.
The myth that pilgrims get free medical care is still being posted in places.
It is simply not true.
In the past many of us were not billed because they had no system to bill foreigners.
Now they are billing you long after you return home. The charges can be very low or extremely high....even by US standards.
Some still slip through the cracks and report that. This perpetuates the myth that care is free.
The insurance is very cheap and is a no brainer.
I'll definitely check it out for a quote. Many thanks.Maggie..I am only a couple years younger than you.
It does get more expensive with age. ..but I find Squaremouth to offer insurance for us at an affordable price
Did you go to the site and try to get a quote?
Enter your location and compare some policies.
I have been using Tinleg but Travelguard is a very close second for me.
Remember that trip insurance tends to be cheaper AND. There are often health restriction waivers if purchased within 2 weeks of buying your flight
off topic, but only a wee bit. Grayland, I just am re-reading your past and future walks; what an inspiration you are.Maggie..I am only a couple years younger than you.
It does get more expensive with age. ..but I find Squaremouth to offer insurance for us at an affordable price
Did you go to the site and try to get a quote?
Enter your location and compare some policies.
I have been using Tinleg but Travelguard is a very close second for me.
I just booked my travel insurance for my Camino next year through Squaremouth. I have used it several times now and fortunately, have not had to use it. This time, I unfortunately waited too long (after booking my flight) to include pre-existing medical conditions, although I doubt that any pre-existing conditions would come into play for me. Pre-existing medical and cancellation for any reason seem to be the items that can really drive the price up. As you go through the various filters in Squaremouth as to what kinds of coverage you want, you will find that adding many of them does not affect the price since they are very low risk to the plan. So, play around with it a bit before choosing your coverage options.off topic, but only a wee bit. Grayland, I just am re-reading your past and future walks; what an inspiration you are.
Thanks, I'll wait until I'm close to booking my flight. appreciate all these great comments.I just booked my travel insurance for my Camino next year through Squaremouth. I have used it several times now and fortunately, have not had to use it. This time, I unfortunately waited too long (after booking my flight) to include pre-existing medical conditions, although I doubt that any pre-existing conditions would come into play for me. Pre-existing medical and cancellation for any reason seem to be the items that can really drive the price up. As you go through the various filters in Squaremouth as to what kinds of coverage you want, you will find that adding many of them does not affect the price since they are very low risk to the plan. So, play around with it a bit before choosing your coverage options.
I believe you are in Seattle grayland, do you know, is this sold only in the U.S.? My challenge now is finding affordable insurance because of my age. I'm in perfect health and always score the highest on medical questionnaires but can't believe the quotes I'm getting from Canadian carriers so still looking.
I find this post harsh, to the point of offensive by 'assuming' many on this forum are irresponsible. I highly doubt that. One of the many blessings of this forum is sharing helpful ways for needed information and the many suggestions offered for the best solution for each one's situation.As a responsible traveller I always have sufficient travel insurance to cover medical and evacuation costs. But I never cease to be amazed at the number of travellers (or ALL ages) who take the "it can never happen to me" attitude and then SCREAM at their Embassy/Consulate to cover their medical costs and extra airfares to evacuate them home. Some years ago the Australia Govt (via the then Foreign Minister) announced that it would no longer be responsible for these costs/charges. In effect what the Minister said was "if you cannot afford the travel insurance you cannot afford to travel". The examples above show how "cheap" travel insurance can be. Congratulations & thanks to Bill and others for this post (all we now need is for more pilgrims to read them and act).
Many thanks again Grayland. I will go with the best quote no matter what the price.Maggie....
I did look at Squaremouth for quotes in your location (age + BC, Canada)
It only returned one option which was very high as you reported.
Insurance company availability is governed by residence location (state, providence) and it looks like BC is very limited. Bummer
There may be other sites that have more companies on offer if you do some google searches.
Many thanks again Grayland. I will go with the best quote no matter what the price.
Have received a couple from friends here in Victoria. Thank you Grayland. Give my love to Seattle!Maybe some of the Canadian members can add suggestions as to sources of Canadian travel medical insurance.
You quite entitled to your opinion, and my post does not "assume" that many are irresponsible. My post was directed at those who do not take out travel insurance but still expect to be assisted (by their embassy) should the need arise and if you have read any of my previous posts you will see that I am nearly always respectful of fellow pilgrims.I find this post harsh, to the point of offensive by 'assuming' many on this forum are irresponsible. I highly doubt that. One of the many blessings of this forum is sharing helpful ways for needed information and the many suggestions offered for the best solution for each one's situation.
You quite entitled to your opinion, and my post does not "assume" that many are irresponsible. My post was directed at those who do not take out travel insurance but still expect to be assisted (by their embassy) should the need arise and if you have read any of my previous posts you will see that I am nearly always respectful of fellow pilgrims.
What I am taking about is covering yourself for major medical treatments (hospitalisation!). Its a total different situation for EU citizen verses those from non-EU countries. Yes the medical centres on the Camino do provide basic treatment for minor injuries for which the pilgrim is most grateful, but Spain does not (and cannot be expected to) provide free hospital treatment to all and sundry.
As we say in Australia "if the cap fits, wear it" (in other words take out travel insurance or be prepared to carry the cost).
Whoops....you are preaching to the choirYou are preaching to choir
Yikes!I got my quote this week on medical insurance for my walk in Scotland this coming May/June. I went back to the (Canadian) company I've used for my volunteer trips to India over the years and last year's Camino. Absolutely no medical problems (other than bronchitis on the Camino). My cost for the plan will be $1,200. My plane fare is $1,400.
Yes, but how great it is to be able to waste that money!All because of my age.
'Most travel policies are inexpensive, usually a couple bucks a day'
Not when you are 80 years young!
Hi MaggieI believe you are in Seattle grayland, do you know, is this sold only in the U.S.? My challenge now is finding affordable insurance because of my age. I'm in perfect health and always score the highest on medical questionnaires but can't believe the quotes I'm getting from Canadian carriers so still looking.
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