What is the difference between travel assistance and travel sickness insurance?

Travel assistance contracts usually have two components: assistance benefits during the trip and insurance and assistance in the event of illness or accident. If the travel assistance covers you against certain hassles during the trip (e.g. loss of travel documents, loss of money, sending of a spare suitcase, etc.), the insurance in the event of illness is designed to protect you against costs of any medical treatment you may need during your trip. Often health insurance is required if you are travelling to another country. The best way to get both travel assistance and health insurance is through a company like Europ Assistance. If the country of destination requires proof of insurance, we can issue it to you. We offer a variety of plans that can be customised to meet your needs, whether you are travelling for business or pleasure. When choosing travel insurance, it's important to consider the type of coverage you need and the countries you'll be visiting. See our options here.