Where should I buy Proof of Travel/Trip Cancellation Insurance?

Question

I will be going to New Zeland this summer and are requeried to have that type of insurance with the program I am going with. They suggested STA Travel. But it costs 125 for just 31 days. So I thought I would ask here to see if anyone else knew of a better deal.

Answer 1

Those policies are all rip offs, in my opinion.  They are overpriced, but when required, are a cost of travel.  I have never found a bargain, and usually just go ahead and get the one my travel agent offers.

Answer 2

www.worldnomads.com by far has the best rates I've ever seen. They tend to be geared towards young backpacker-types, cover a good deal of extreme sports (bungie jumping and the like) but their plans are well-rounded and appropriate for most people.

Best of all, they're based in Australia so will be very familiar with hospitals and clinics in NZ if you do fall ill.

Answer 3

Best place to find travel insurance is at a travel insurance comparison site like http://www.quotewright.com.  Prices can vary by as much as 300% so compare.