World Travel Trips

Travel insurance is a pain in the neck but with medical fees spiralling out of control all over the world, having insurance is just as important as anything else you’ve got crammed into your backpack.

When it comes to working, not all travel insurance will do the trick. Many policies won’t cover any injury sustained while working abroad and some only cover injuries caused at certain types of jobs. If you are heading abroad with even a vague intention of working, you will want to make sure you’re covered. This Working Holiday Travel Insurance site is a good resource for sifting through the best policies covering foreign employment.

Like it or not, having insurance when you need it is a huge relief and not having it can be a trip destroyer or worse. Reading the fine print is important and if you have any plans on taking up employment while you’re travelling, be 100% certain you will be covered for any job you might do.

World Nomads is a favourite for working holidaymakers because it covers all types of work and offers the flexibility that backpackers need. It can be purchased or renewed from anywhere in the world and is perfect for travellers who might not have any idea where they’re heading next or when they’ll head back home.

For help arranging your working holiday, finding work, hostel reviews and general travel tips check out this Budget Travel Guide.