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• Visible’s upgraded Plus plan keeps its $45 monthly price but now offers more value for frequent travelers, mobile hotspot users, and smartwatch owners.
• The newly added Global Pass lets you use your phone in 140 countries for $10/day.
• Mobile hotspot speeds have also been doubled to 10Mbps.

Visible, the all-digital wireless carrier known for its simplicity and affordability, has just unveiled a significant upgrade to its premium Visible Plus plan. For the same $45 monthly price (including taxes and fees), members will now enjoy a host of new perks, making Visible Plus even more attractive.

These upgrades add to the existing Visible Plus benefits, which include unlimited talk, text, and data, including 5G. Members also get 50GB of premium data on 5G and 4G LTE, unlimited data on Verizon ‘s 5G Ultra Wideband network, and unlimited mobile hotspot usage.

One of the biggest new additions is the Global Pass, allowing connectivity while traveling to 140 countries for a flat $10 per day. This includes unlimited talk and text, plus 2GB of high-speed data. As a bonus, Visible Plus throws in one free day of Global Pass usage every month.

Another key upgrade is a significant boost to mobile hotspot speeds. Visible Plus users will be able to experience speeds up to 10Mbps, which is double what was previously offered. This makes it easier to connect multiple devices and share your phone’s data connection.

Furthermore, Visible Plus now includes smartwatch connectivity at no extra cost. This means you wouldn’t need a separate data plan to use a smartwatch with cellular connectivity on Visible Plus.

Finally, for those who frequently travel to Canada and Mexico, Visible Plus has increased the amount of full-speed roaming data from 0.5GB to 2GB per day. After that, data is still unlimited, but it throttles down to 3G speeds.

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Key Differences: The Osprey Daylite, Daylite Plus, and Daylite Travel Daypacks — Which to Take on Your Adventure

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For years we’ve been travelling with and recommending a few key Osprey pieces. And we think it’s important to travel with a detached daypack; they serve to keep key valuables close at hand while in transit as well as to accompany us on long city or countryside daytime outings.

The Daylite series from Osprey has three very similar daypacks. From smallest to largest, they are: the Osprey Daylite, Osprey Daylite Plus, and Osprey Daylite Travel Pack. The Plus and Travel also tack on a few extra features that can make them more worthwhile for some, especially if you’re planning to carry tech gear like a laptop.

Note that we also recommend Osprey’s wheeled bags/backpack combos that come with their own excellent, quite similar detachable daypacks . If you think that may interest you, take a gander at our small (carry-on) rolling backpack recommendation and favorite large (checked bag) wheeled backpack .

But if you’ve already got a favorite Osprey wheeled piece or backpack, the Daylites are excellent add-ons as they attach to a broad variety of Osprey luggage (see the chart below). They can for example clip onto a range of Osprey’s hiking and trekking backpacks (reviewed here) .

We’ve found Osprey’s own descriptions of the Daylite, Daylite Plus, and Daylite Travel to be a bit vague and jargony , so we’re happy to better explain their features. Here we offer our own quick side-by-side comparison and then dive further into our thoughts below.

Cons of the Osprey Daylite daypacks

Originally published February 28, 2019. Completely redone on September 10, 2020 to update info, add photos, and add the Daylite Travel.

Quick Comparison Table: Osprey Daylite and Daylite Plus Daypacks

Why these daypacks are great — despite a few downsides.

Osprey packs are generally at the top of our lists for great lightweight luggage — and we use them ourselves as we wander the world while writing for this site. Packs like the Daylite series straddle the line well between classy urban and rugged adventure in both style and features.

In terms of cost, the Daylite, Daylite Plus, and Daylite Travel are in the middle. They’re not the most expensive (showy, fashiony) bags out there, nor are they the cheapest.

They have quite a lot in common; here are the pros and cons of the Daylite daypacks.

Pros of the Osprey Daylite daypacks

• Lightweight at just under (Daylite) and just over (Daylite Plus and Daylite Travel) a pound; you’re not carrying around a lot of extra weight for the packs themselves.
• Thoughtful pockets with good day-to-day features, without extra unnecessary pockets
• Quality, durable materials and construction ; the 210D nylon and 400HD nylon have held up well over years in reports from customers and long-term reviewers, as have the zippers, stitching and buckles. At last update I’ve had my Daylite Travel for 9 months with no visible wear; my other Osprey packs have survived many years of constant road abuse with no issues.
• Backed by Osprey’s excellent lifetime warranty and reputation for follow-up with customers who do have eventual complaints
• All three are quite comfortable to carry . The shoulder straps are padded and ventilated, as is the back panel, walking the line between offering generous padding and letting as much air-flow as possible.

There are a few downsides to be aware of.

• The Daylite and Daylite Plus have a very thin hip strap but it’s not padded and not useful if you really needed to support weight on your hips. This is unlikely in any case with small daypacks. Rock climbers or those in other very energetic activities may have a use for this strap to keep the pack in place, but otherwise you’ll likely just not use it — it’s removable, fortunately.
• The Daylite is not suitable for carrying a laptop as its interior slot is small and not padded; if you’ll be carrying a laptop go instead for the Daylite Plus or Daylite Travel.
• The quick-access pocket is easy for villains to get into as well . Don’t stash valuables there when in crowded city environments; use the inside sleeve instead or a nifty money belt like this one . The Daylite Travel has a hidden interior pocket that is a lovely solution designed just for such valuables.

Best for Super-Light Daytime Adventures: The Osprey Daylite

The obvious advantage of the Osprey Daylite Daypack is its slightly smaller size and lighter weight. But we emphasize slightly here, as all three bags are about the same height and the Daylite Plus and Travel are just progressively a bit wider and deeper, and weigh a few ounces more.

The bag, as we noted above, is quite well built and other reviewers found that it held up well too, even after a lot of abuse. Osprey bags are quite practically designed and comfortable to carry and this is no exception.

Having less space to pack can also itself be an advantage, as I’ve discovered in my years roaming the globe with just a carry-on. Give yourself just the 13L space of the Daylite, and you’re less likely to take more than you need for day on the town or out hiking. It’s more than enough space for most practical day trips.

The Daylite also runs a bit cheaper than the Daylite Plus; check above in the table for our best links to the latest pricing.

The slick video review below goes methodically through the Daylite’s features with good close-ups of each.

A Bit Larger, Can Carry a Laptop/Tablet, Still Outdoorsy: The Osprey Daylite Plus

The Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack is like the Daylite but just a bit wider and especially deeper. Because Osprey uses such lightweight 210D nylon this really doesn’t make much difference on the final weight of the bag itself.

The Daylite Plus also has a few extra features that we think are key. While both have inner sleeves, the Daylite Plus’ sleeve is padded and can fit any normal mid-sized (15-inch) laptop. Due to the padding we’re also more apt to trust it with other electronics like tablets.

Another feature, unique to the Daylite Plus, is the “shove it pocket” on the back, a surprisingly useful place to stash a neck gaiter , small umbrella, or bread roll. There is also a zippered pocket built into this pocket.

While we’re obviously minimalists around here and stress travelling as light as possible, we don’t think it’s a crime to move up to the space allowed with the 20L daypack for your daylong travel adventures. Sometimes you pick more things up during the day, and that extra space can come in handy.

We’d opt for the extra space of the 20L Daylite Plus in particular if you’re in environments with changing temperatures and might want to have an extra sweatshirt or light jacket on hand.

The following is the best video review we’ve seen; it opens up the Daylite Plus and shows its guts and features close up.

The Best for Travel with a Laptop: The Osprey Daylite Travel Pack

The Osprey Daylite Travel Pack is like the Daylite Plus but with features a bit more geared for the traveller rather than a hiker.

The Daylite Travel Pack has a fully featured interior padded hanging laptop sleeve with two organizational mesh pockets for tablets or Kindles. Just above the laptop area, there’s a tucked away, quite subtle but still accessible “hidden pocket” for a passport and cash and the like.

The thing that makes the Daylite Travel stand out from the other two Daylite daypacks is the zip-around accordion that allows the pack to expand when necessary. This is a lifesaver in a pinch; I usually leave it zipped to keep the pack thin but it’s nice to expand when I need to.

The Daylite Travel Pack is my favorite and it’s the most fully featured of the three; it also tends to run just a bit more expensive. But for just slightly extra weight and cost, you get a more fully featured, travel-ready pack that you can use on the road; the Daylite and the Daylite Plus are more specifically suited for hiking.

Roundup: Which Osprey Daylite Backpack Is Best for You ?

They’re all great; we’d get the Daylite for easy outdoor hikes, the Daylite Plus for all-weather outdoor hikes or when a bit more gear is needed, and the Daylite Travel if carrying electronics such as a laptop, and for any general travel use.

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• Southwest Airlines unveiled a new fare class called Wanna Get Away Plus, which will be pricier than its current cheapest ticket.
• One key perk of Wanna Get Away Plus is the ability to transfer flight credits, which Southwest calls travel funds.
• Another perk of the new fare? The ability to switch to a different flight on the day of travel at no cost if seats are available​​​​​​.

Southwest Airlines passengers sitting on travel credits from a canceled trip frequently ask the airline if they can use them for a ticket for someone else. 

The airline's answer is always the same: a resounding no, as is the case at most airlines.

"Seems like the money I already paid should be usable however I please," one traveler hoping to transfer credits to his son said in a tweet to the airline in early March. "Hoping you can fix this strange policy."

Southwest is about to change the policy – for a price.

The airline unveiled details of its long-awaited new fare category on Thursday, its first since 2007, and a key perk is the ability to transfer flight credits, which Southwest calls travel funds.

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Southwest Wanna Get Away Plus tickets vs. Wanna Get Away

The option will be included for travelers who buy the new ticket type, to be called Wanna Get Away Plus, which will be pricier than its current cheapest ticket, called Wanna Get Away. The airline is offering it and other perks in a bid to get travelers to pay more for their ticket. 

"That is a pain point that a lot of our customers relay, particularly on leisure travel," said Jonathan Clarkson, Southwest's vice president of marketing, loyalty and products. "They have these funds that they are either running out of time to use or don't have the ability to use or would prefer to have somebody else close to them use them but there's not an easy way to transfer."

Southwest did not disclose how much more travelers will generally pay for a Wanna Get Away Plus ticket than a Wanna Get Away ticket except to call the increase "modest." The price of the upsell won't be known until the airline rolls out the new fare lineup, which is expected by the end of June.

"I think we will see a meaningful percentage of our customers buying up to Wanna Get Away Plus," Clarkson said.

The transfer option is also being added to the airline's priciest tickets, called Anytime and Business Select, but those tickets are already refundable so the benefit isn't as critical.

Can you switch to an earlier flight on Southwest?

The new Wanna Get Away Plus tickets will include another key perk that the airline says will entice travelers to buy up: the ability to switch to a different flight on the day of travel at no cost if seats are available (confirmed or standby. )

The airline's Wanna Get Away tickets offer same-day changes when available but passengers must pay any fare difference, which can be significant at the last minute.

"If there's one thing we've all learned during the pandemic, it's that plans change," Clarkson said, "and both of these elements give customers the opportunity to adapt to that."

Watterson called the same-day change option a "substantial benefit" for travelers, especially business travelers.

"You show up at 5 and you want to go on an earlier flight. You can do a change if a seat's available," he said.

What is Early Bird Check-In for Southwest?

The coming ticket changes announced Thursday weren't limited to the unveiling of Wanna Get Away Plus, a name Southwest included in customer surveys when it was researching new fare categories a few years ago.

The airline's Anytime tickets have new features, most notably the addition of  Southwest's EarlyBird Check-In . EarlyBird Check-In, which gives travelers a better boarding position in Southwest’s unique open seating system, is currently only sold separately. The airline charges $15 to $25 per person per flight. 

The EarlyBird option, which automatically assigns passenger boarding positions 12 hours before Southwest's standard online check-in begins, will still be available for purchase with Wanna Get Away or Wanna Get Away tickets, the airline's executives said. (Business Select tickets already include the airline's most coveted boarding positions.) The product is a big moneymaker for Southwest, bringing in more than $400 million a year before the pandemic.

With Anytime ticket buyers automatically added to the EarlyBird pool, and checked in ahead of those who purchase EarlyBird, won't Southwest passengers who pay for the product lose ground in their quest for the best possible seat?

Clarkson and Watterson insist any change will be slight.

"It probably only adds a couple (of) boarding positions to the average boarding position that somebody's going to get already," Clarkson said.

Watterson said some Anytime ticket buyers already pay for EarlyBird.

"You could easily see a case where it does not change that number very much because now they get it for free," he said, adding that Southwest will continue to manage the number of EarlyBird slots sold.

Are Southwest flights refundable?

Despite the flexibility with the new Wanna Get Away Plus tickets, those tickets and Wanna Get Away tickets will not be refundable. Travelers will receive a credit that can be used within 12 months of the ticket purchase date. 

The only Southwest fares that will be refundable, meaning travelers can get their money back, remain the pricier Business Select and Anytime fares.

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Does Southwest have basic economy?

Watterson has said for months that the shake-up of Southwest's fare structure would not take anything away from travelers, i.e., by making Wanna Get Away tickets more like basic economy tickets or budget airlines' no-frills tickets. 

The airline kept that promise on Thursday, with no changes to its most popular ticket. Travelers will still receive frequent flyer miles, two free bags and have no ticket change fees, among other current features.

"Nothing is being taken away from Wanna Get Away. It is still the same product that customers have come to know and love," Clarkson said. "It's counter to non-customer-centric industry trends of removing benefits ... and forcing customers to buy up to a less punitive product."

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 1: TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited, a leading general insurance provider, has launched “Travel Guard Plus”, a comprehensive travel insurance product that redefines complete coverage for travellers with an array of bundle plans. TATA AIG’s Travel Guard Plus has been meticulously designed to meet people’s diverse travel needs with a wide range of plans where 41 different types of covers has been packaged to meet the need of customers.

TATA AIG’s Travel Guard Plus provides coverage for a range of situations including Loss of Personal Baggage, Compassionate Travel / Stay, Accommodation extension, Up-gradation to Business class, Personal Accident in India, and Instant Gratification that allows travellers to get instant money in case of any flight delays or cancellation on real-time basis. These enhancements aim to elevate the overall travel experience and setting new standards in a travel protection, ensuring travellers have access to extensive coverage tailored to their needs with the ease of claims.

Amongst the many product enhancements, one significant transformation is the customization of plans. Customer can choose from 3 add-on bundles – Cruise Bundle, Travel Plus Bundle, Accident Bundle which caters to cruise related contingencies, frequent flyer cover, coma cover, adventure sports cover. The plans have been customised in addition to the base plans. Moreover, the policy also provides optional assistance services which allows travellers to customize their coverage even further.

Speaking about the new TATA AIG Travel Guard Plus, Mr. Saurav Jaiswal, President & Chief Operating Officer, TATA AIG General Insurance Co. Ltd. said, “At TATA AIG we are excited to announce the launch of Travel Guard Plus, which demonstrates the company’s unwavering commitment to its customers’ needs by providing all-encompassing insurance solutions. With our Travel Guard Plus policy, travellers can embark on their adventures with a sense of assurance, as they have a safeguard against unexpected circumstances. Our emphasis is on ensuring a stress-free experience tailored to each traveller’s specific requirements.”

Key Additions in Travel Guard Plus:

* Annual Multi Trip cover with higher single per trip duration of up to 180 days

* Single Trip with an option of single policy up to 365 days.

* Optional Assistance Services such as Care at Home, Baggage tracking, Lost Passport tracking to enhance convenience.

* Non-medical coverage only plan that suits several travellers who requires cover for non-medical covers only – such as for students who travel abroad for study or young travellers travelling for short duration preferring only non-medical travel insurance.

* Separate plan for Schengen geo-scope.

* New age covers such as adventure sports, instant gratification for flight cancellation/flight delay, loss of Personal Baggage, Personal Accident in India and pandemic coverage.

* Senior Plus plan (71 – 80 years) for higher medical sum inured up to $100000.

* Super Senior plan (> 80 years) for higher medical sum insured up to $50000.

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The best travel insurance policies and providers

It's easy to dismiss the value of travel insurance until you need it.

Many travelers have strong opinions about whether you should buy travel insurance . However, the purpose of this post isn't to determine whether it's worth investing in. Instead, it compares some of the top travel insurance providers and policies so you can determine which travel insurance option is best for you.

Of course, as the coronavirus remains an ongoing concern, it's important to understand whether travel insurance covers pandemics. Some policies will cover you if you're diagnosed with COVID-19 and have proof of illness from a doctor. Others will take coverage a step further, covering additional types of pandemic-related expenses and cancellations.

Know, though, that every policy will have exclusions and restrictions that may limit coverage. For example, fear of travel is generally not a covered reason for invoking trip cancellation or interruption coverage, while specific stipulations may apply to elevated travel warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Interested in travel insurance? Visit InsureMyTrip.com to shop for plans that may fit your travel needs.

So, before buying a specific policy, you must understand the full terms and any special notices the insurer has about COVID-19. You may even want to buy the optional cancel for any reason add-on that's available for some comprehensive policies. While you'll pay more for that protection, it allows you to cancel your trip for any reason and still get some of your costs back. Note that this benefit is time-sensitive and has other eligibility requirements, so not all travelers will qualify.

In this guide, we'll review several policies from top travel insurance providers so you have a better understanding of your options before picking the policy and provider that best address your wants and needs.

The best travel insurance providers

To put together this list of the best travel insurance providers, a number of details were considered: favorable ratings from TPG Lounge members, the availability of details about policies and the claims process online, positive online ratings and the ability to purchase policies in most U.S. states. You can also search for options from these (and other) providers through an insurance comparison site like InsureMyTrip .

When comparing insurance providers, I priced out a single-trip policy for each provider for a $2,000, one-week vacation to Istanbul . I used my actual age and state of residence when obtaining quotes. As a result, you may see a different price — or even additional policies due to regulations for travel insurance varying from state to state — when getting a quote.

AIG Travel Guard

AIG Travel Guard receives many positive reviews from readers in the TPG Lounge who have filed claims with the company. AIG offers three plans online, which you can compare side by side, and the ability to examine sample policies. Here are three plans for my sample trip to Turkey.

AIG Travel Guard also offers an annual travel plan. This plan is priced at $259 per year for one Florida resident.

Additionally, AIG Travel Guard offers several other policies, including a single-trip policy without trip cancellation protection . See AIG Travel Guard's COVID-19 notification and COVID-19 advisory for current details regarding COVID-19 coverage.

Preexisting conditions

Typically, AIG Travel Guard wouldn't cover you for any loss or expense due to a preexisting medical condition that existed within 180 days of the coverage effective date. However, AIG Travel Guard may waive the preexisting medical condition exclusion on some plans if you meet the following conditions:

• You purchase the plan within 15 days of your initial trip payment.
• The amount of coverage you purchase equals all trip costs at the time of purchase. You must update your coverage to insure the costs of any subsequent arrangements that you add to your trip within 15 days of paying the travel supplier for these additional arrangements.
• You must be medically able to travel when you purchase your plan.

Standout features

• The Deluxe and Preferred plans allow you to purchase an upgrade that lets you cancel your trip for any reason. However, reimbursement under this coverage will not exceed 50% or 75% of your covered trip cost.
• You can include one child (age 17 and younger) with each paying adult for no additional cost on most single-trip plans.
• Other optional upgrades, including an adventure sports bundle, a baggage bundle, an inconvenience bundle, a pet bundle, a security bundle and a wedding bundle, are available on some policies. So, an AIG Travel Guard plan may be a good choice if you know you want extra coverage in specific areas.

Purchase your policy here: AIG Travel Guard .

Allianz Travel Insurance

Allianz is one of the most highly regarded providers in the TPG Lounge, and many readers found the claim process reasonable. Allianz offers many plans, including the following single-trip plans for my sample trip to Turkey.

If you travel frequently, it may make sense to purchase an annual multi-trip policy. For this plan, all of the maximum coverage amounts in the table below are per trip (except for the trip cancellation and trip interruption amounts, which are an aggregate limit per policy). Trips typically must last no more than 45 days, although some plans may cover trips of up to 90 days.

See Allianz's coverage alert for current information on COVID-19 coverage.

Most Allianz travel insurance plans may cover preexisting medical conditions if you meet particular requirements. For the OneTrip Premier, Prime and Basic plans, the requirements are as follows:

• You purchased the policy within 14 days of the date of the first trip payment or deposit.
• You were a U.S. resident when you purchased the policy.
• You were medically able to travel when you purchased the policy.
• On the policy purchase date, you insured the total, nonrefundable cost of your trip (including arrangements that will become nonrefundable or subject to cancellation penalties before your departure date). If you incur additional nonrefundable trip expenses after purchasing this policy, you must insure them within 14 days of their purchase.
• Allianz offers reasonably priced annual policies for independent travelers and families who take multiple trips lasting up to 45 days (or 90 days for select plans) per year.
• Some Allianz plans provide the option of receiving a flat reimbursement amount without receipts for trip delay and baggage delay claims. Of course, you can also submit receipts to get up to the maximum refund.
• For emergency transportation coverage, you or someone on your behalf must contact Allianz, and Allianz must then make all transportation arrangements in advance. However, most Allianz policies provide an option if you cannot contact the company: Allianz will pay up to what it would have paid if it had made the arrangements.

Purchase your policy here: Allianz Travel Insurance .

American Express Travel Insurance

American Express Travel Insurance offers four different package plans and a build-your-own coverage option. You don't have to be an American Express cardholder to purchase this insurance. Here are the four package options for my sample weeklong trip to Turkey. Unlike some other providers, Amex won't ask for your travel destination on the initial quote (but will when you purchase the plan).

Amex's build-your-own coverage plan is unique because you can purchase just the coverage you need. For most types of protection, you can even select the coverage amount that works best for you.

The prices for the packages and the build-your-own plan don't increase for longer trips — as long as the trip cost remains constant. However, the emergency medical and dental benefit is only available for your first 60 days of travel.

Typically, Amex won't cover any loss you incur because of a preexisting medical condition that existed within 90 days of the coverage effective date. However, Amex may waive its preexisting-condition exclusion if you meet both of the following requirements:

• You must be medically able to travel at the time you pay the policy premium.
• You pay the policy premium within 14 days of making the first covered trip deposit.
• Amex's build-your-own coverage option allows you to only purchase — and pay for — the coverage you need.
• Coverage on long trips doesn't cost more than coverage for short trips, making this policy ideal for extended getaways. However, the emergency medical and dental benefit only covers your first 60 days of travel.
• American Express Travel Insurance can protect travel expenses you purchase with Amex Membership Rewards points in the Pay with Points program (as well as travel expenses bought with cash, debit or credit). However, travel expenses bought with other types of points and miles aren't covered.

Purchase your policy here: American Express Travel Insurance .

GeoBlue is different from most other providers described in this piece because it only provides medical coverage while you're traveling internationally and does not offer benefits to protect the cost of your trip. There are many different policies. Some require you to have primary health insurance in the U.S. (although it doesn't need to be provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield), but all of them only offer coverage while traveling outside the U.S.

Two single-trip plans are available if you're traveling for six months or less. The Voyager Choice policy provides coverage (including medical services and medical evacuation for a sudden recurrence of a preexisting condition) for trips outside the U.S. to travelers who are 95 or younger and already have a U.S. health insurance policy.

The Voyager Essential policy provides coverage (including medical evacuation for a sudden recurrence of a preexisting condition) for trips outside the U.S. to travelers who are 95 or younger, regardless of whether they have primary health insurance.

In addition to these options, two multi-trip plans cover trips of up to 70 days each for one year. Both policies provide coverage (including medical services and medical evacuation for preexisting conditions) to travelers with primary health insurance.

Be sure to check out GeoBlue's COVID-19 notices before buying a plan.

Most GeoBlue policies explicitly cover sudden recurrences of preexisting conditions for medical services and medical evacuation.

• GeoBlue can be an excellent option if you're mainly concerned about the medical side of travel insurance.
• GeoBlue provides single-trip, multi-trip and long-term medical travel insurance policies for many different types of travel.

Purchase your policy here: GeoBlue .

IMG offers various travel medical insurance policies for travelers, as well as comprehensive travel insurance policies. For a single trip of 90 days or less, there are five policy types available for vacation or holiday travelers. Although you must enter your gender, males and females received the same quote for my one-week search.

You can purchase an annual multi-trip travel medical insurance plan. Some only cover trips lasting up to 30 or 45 days, but others provide coverage for longer trips.

See IMG's page on COVID-19 for additional policy information as it relates to coronavirus-related claims.

Most plans may cover preexisting conditions under set parameters or up to specific amounts. For example, the iTravelInsured Travel LX travel insurance plan shown above may cover preexisting conditions if you purchase the insurance within 24 hours of making the final payment for your trip.

For the travel medical insurance plans shown above, preexisting conditions are covered for travelers younger than 70. However, coverage is capped based on your age and whether you have a primary health insurance policy.

• Some annual multi-trip plans are modestly priced.
• iTravelInsured Travel LX may offer optional cancel for any reason and interruption for any reason coverage, if eligible.

Purchase your policy here: IMG .

Travelex Insurance

Travelex offers three single-trip plans: Travel Basic, Travel Select and Travel America. However, only the Travel Basic and Travel Select plans would be applicable for my trip to Turkey.

See Travelex's COVID-19 coverage statement for coronavirus-specific information.

Typically, Travelex won't cover losses incurred because of a preexisting medical condition that existed within 60 days of the coverage effective date. However, the Travel Select plan may offer a preexisting condition exclusion waiver. To be eligible for this waiver, the insured traveler must meet all the following conditions:

• You purchase the plan within 15 days of the initial trip payment.
• The amount of coverage purchased equals all prepaid, nonrefundable payments or deposits applicable to the trip at the time of purchase. Additionally, you must insure the costs of any subsequent arrangements added to the same trip within 15 days of payment or deposit.
• All insured individuals are medically able to travel when they pay the plan cost.
• The trip cost does not exceed the maximum trip cost limit under trip cancellation as shown in the schedule per person (only applicable to trip cancellation, interruption and delay).
• Travelex's Travel Select policy can cover trips lasting up to 364 days, which is longer than many single-trip policies.
• Neither Travelex policy requires receipts for trip and baggage delay expenses less than $25.
• For emergency evacuation coverage, you or someone on your behalf must contact Travelex and have Travelex make all transportation arrangements in advance. However, both Travelex policies provide an option if you cannot contact Travelex: Travelex will pay up to what it would have paid if it had made the arrangements.

Purchase your policy here: Travelex Insurance .

Seven Corners

Seven Corners offers a wide variety of policies. Here are the policies that are most applicable to travelers on a single international trip.

Seven Corners also offers many other types of travel insurance, including an annual multi-trip plan. You can choose coverage for trips of up to 30, 45 or 60 days when purchasing an annual multi-trip plan.

See Seven Corner's page on COVID-19 for additional policy information as it relates to coronavirus-related claims.

Typically, Seven Corners won't cover losses incurred because of a preexisting medical condition. However, the RoundTrip Choice plan offers a preexisting condition exclusion waiver. To be eligible for this waiver, you must meet all of the following conditions:

• You buy this plan within 20 days of making your initial trip payment or deposit.
• You or your travel companion are medically able and not disabled from travel when you pay for this plan or upgrade your plan.
• You update the coverage to include the additional cost of subsequent travel arrangements within 15 days of paying your travel supplier for them.
• Seven Corners offers the ability to purchase optional sports and golf equipment coverage. If purchased, this extra insurance will reimburse you for the cost of renting sports or golf equipment if yours is lost, stolen, damaged or delayed by a common carrier for six or more hours. However, Seven Corners must authorize the expenses in advance.
• You can add cancel for any reason coverage or trip interruption for any reason coverage to RoundTrip plans. Although some other providers offer cancel for any reason coverage, trip interruption for any reason coverage is less common.
• Seven Corners' RoundTrip Choice policy offers a political or security evacuation benefit that will transport you to the nearest safe place or your residence under specific conditions. You can also add optional event ticket registration fee protection to the RoundTrip Choice policy.

Purchase your policy here: Seven Corners .

World Nomads

World Nomads is popular with younger, active travelers because of its flexibility and adventure-activities coverage on the Explorer plan. Unlike many policies offered by other providers, you don't need to estimate prepaid costs when purchasing the insurance to have access to trip interruption and cancellation insurance.

World Nomads offers two single-trip plans.

World Nomads has a page dedicated to coronavirus coverage , so be sure to view it before buying a policy.

World Nomads won't cover losses incurred because of a preexisting medical condition (except emergency evacuation and repatriation of remains) that existed within 90 days of the coverage effective date. Unlike many other providers, World Nomads doesn't offer a waiver.

• World Nomads' policies cover more adventure sports than most providers, so activities such as bungee jumping are included. The Explorer policy covers almost any adventure sport, including skydiving, stunt flying and caving. So, if you partake in adventure sports while traveling, the Explorer policy may be a good fit.
• World Nomads' policies provide nonmedical evacuation coverage for transportation expenses if there is civil or political unrest in the country you are visiting. The coverage may also transport you home if there is an eligible natural disaster or a government expels you.

Purchase your policy here: World Nomads .

Other options for buying travel insurance

This guide details the policies of eight providers with the information available at the time of publication. There are many options when it comes to travel insurance, though. To compare different policies quickly, you can use a travel insurance aggregator like InsureMyTrip to search. Just note that these search engines won't show every policy and every provider, and you should still research the provided policies to ensure the coverage fits your trip and needs.

You can also purchase a plan through various membership associations, such as USAA, AAA or Costco. Typically, these organizations partner with a specific provider, so if you are a member of any of these associations, you may want to compare the policies offered through the organization with other policies to get the best coverage for your trip.

Related: Should you get travel insurance if you have credit card protection?

Is travel insurance worth getting?

Whether you should purchase travel insurance is a personal decision. Suppose you use a credit card that provides travel insurance for most of your expenses and have medical insurance that provides adequate coverage abroad. In that case, you may be covered enough on most trips to forgo purchasing travel insurance.

However, suppose your medical insurance won't cover you at your destination and you can't comfortably cover a sizable medical evacuation bill or last-minute flight home . In that case, you should consider purchasing travel insurance. If you travel frequently, buying an annual multi-trip policy may be worth it.

What is the best COVID-19 travel insurance?

There are various aspects to keep in mind in the age of COVID-19. Consider booking travel plans that are fully refundable or have modest change or cancellation fees so you don't need to worry about whether your policy will cover trip cancellation. This is important since many standard comprehensive insurance policies won't reimburse your insured expenses in the event of cancellation if it's related to the fear of traveling due to COVID-19.

However, if you book a nonrefundable trip and want to maintain the ability to get reimbursed (up to 75% of your insured costs) if you choose to cancel, you should consider buying a comprehensive travel insurance policy and then adding optional cancel for any reason protection. Just note that this benefit is time-sensitive and has eligibility requirements, so not all travelers will qualify.

Providers will often require CFAR purchasers insure the entire dollar amount of their travels to receive the coverage. Also, many CFAR policies mandate that you must cancel your plans and notify all travel suppliers at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure.

Likewise, if your primary health insurance won't cover you while on your trip, it's essential to consider whether medical expenses related to COVID-19 treatment are covered. You may also want to consider a MedJet medical transport membership if your trip is to a covered destination for coronavirus-related evacuation.

Ultimately, the best pandemic travel insurance policy will depend on your trip details, travel concerns and your willingness to self-insure. Just be sure to thoroughly read and understand any terms or exclusions before purchasing.

What are the different types of travel insurance?

Whether you purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy or rely on the protections offered by select credit cards, you may have access to the following types of coverage:

• Baggage delay protection may reimburse for essential items and clothing when a common carrier (such as an airline) fails to deliver your checked bag within a set time of your arrival at a destination. Typically, you may be reimbursed up to a particular amount per incident or per day.
• Lost/damaged baggage protection may provide reimbursement to replace lost or damaged luggage and items inside that luggage. However, valuables and electronics usually have a relatively low maximum benefit.
• Trip delay reimbursement may provide reimbursement for necessary items, food, lodging and sometimes transportation when you're delayed for a substantial time while traveling on a common carrier such as an airline. This insurance may be beneficial if weather issues (or other covered reasons for which the airline usually won't provide compensation) delay you.
• Trip cancellation and interruption protection may provide reimbursement if you need to cancel or interrupt your trip for a covered reason, such as a death in your family or jury duty.
• Medical evacuation insurance can arrange and pay for medical evacuation if deemed necessary by the insurance provider and a medical professional. This coverage can be particularly valuable if you're traveling to a region with subpar medical facilities.
• Travel accident insurance may provide a payment to you or your beneficiary in the case of your death or dismemberment.
• Emergency medical insurance may provide payment or reimburse you if you must seek medical care while traveling. Some plans only cover emergency medical care, but some also cover other types of medical care. You may need to pay a deductible or copay.
• Rental car coverage may provide a collision damage waiver when renting a car. This waiver may reimburse for collision damage or theft up to a set amount. Some policies also cover loss-of-use charges assessed by the rental company and towing charges to take the vehicle to the nearest qualified repair facility. You generally need to decline the rental company's collision damage waiver or similar provision to be covered.

Should I buy travel health insurance?

If you purchase travel with credit cards that provide various trip protections, you may not see much need for additional travel insurance. However, you may still wonder whether you should buy travel medical insurance.

If your primary health insurance covers you on your trip, you may not need travel health insurance. Your domestic policy may not cover you outside the U.S., though, so it's worth calling the number on your health insurance card if you have coverage questions. If your primary health insurance wouldn't cover you, it's likely worth purchasing travel medical insurance. After all, as you can see above, travel medical insurance is often very modestly priced.

How much does travel insurance cost?

Travel insurance costs depend on various factors, including the provider, the type of coverage, your trip cost, your destination, your age, your residency and how many travelers you want to insure. That said, a standard travel insurance plan will generally set you back somewhere between 4% and 10% of your total trip cost. However, this can get lower for more basic protections or become even higher if you include add-ons like cancel for any reason protection.

The best way to determine how much travel insurance will cost is to price out your trip with a few providers discussed in the guide. Or, visit an insurance aggregator like InsureMyTrip to quickly compare options across multiple providers.

When and how to get travel insurance

For the most robust selection of available travel insurance benefits — including time-sensitive add-ons like CFAR protection and waivers of preexisting conditions for eligible travelers — you should ideally purchase travel insurance on the same day you make your first payment toward your trip.

However, many plans may still offer a preexisting conditions waiver for those who qualify if you buy your travel insurance within 14 to 21 days of your first trip expense or deposit (this time frame may vary by provider). If you don't need a preexisting conditions waiver or aren't interested in CFAR coverage, you can purchase travel insurance once your departure date nears.

You must purchase coverage before it's needed. Some travel medical plans are available for purchase after you have departed, but comprehensive plans that include medical coverage must be purchased before departing.

Additionally, you can't buy any medical coverage once you require medical attention. The same applies to all travel insurance coverage. Once you recognize the need, it's too late to protect your trip.

Once you've shopped around and decided upon the best travel insurance plan for your trip, you should be able to complete your purchase online. You'll usually be able to download your insurance card and the complete policy shortly after the transaction is complete.

Related: 7 times your credit card's travel insurance might not cover you

Bottom line

Not all travel insurance policies and providers are equal. Before buying a plan, read and understand the policy documents. By doing so, you can choose a plan that's appropriate for you and your trip — including the features that matter most to you.

For example, if you plan to go skiing or rock climbing, make sure the policy you buy doesn't contain exclusions for these activities. Likewise, if you're making two back-to-back trips during which you'll be returning home for a short time in between, be sure the plan doesn't terminate coverage at the end of your first trip.

If you're looking to cover a sudden recurrence of a preexisting condition, select a policy with a preexisting condition waiver and fulfill the requirements for the waiver. After all, buying insurance won't help if your policy doesn't cover your losses.

Disclaimer : This information is provided by IMT Services, LLC ( InsureMyTrip.com ), a licensed insurance producer (NPN: 5119217) and a member of the Tokio Marine HCC group of companies. IMT's services are only available in states where it is licensed to do business and the products provided through InsureMyTrip.com may not be available in all states. All insurance products are governed by the terms in the applicable insurance policy, and all related decisions (such as approval for coverage, premiums, commissions and fees) and policy obligations are the sole responsibility of the underwriting insurer. The information on this site does not create or modify any insurance policy terms in any way. For more information, please visit www.insuremytrip.com .

World Traveller Plus

Welcome to World Traveller Plus, our premium economy cabin. With fewer rows, the cabin is quieter, more spacious, and more exclusive than World Traveller.

A premium experience

• A separate, smaller cabin with wider seats and more legroom
• Two delicious meals and complimentary bar service
• A personal entertainment system with noise-cancelling headphones
• A stylish amenity kit made from recycled plastic bottles
• Access to in-seat power
• More free baggage allowance
• Priority boarding

Upgraded seat and amenities

The seats on our premium economy flights are wider, with greater recline, lumbar support, a head and foot rest, plus extra leg room to stretch out. Each seat also has its own power supply, so you can use your devices on board. A few of our aircraft might need you to bring your own adaptor if they aren’t sold on board.

Our stylish quilt and cushion adds an extra layer of comfort when it’s time to rest, and we’ll give you a special amenity kit designed with sustainability in mind. The bag is made using material from recycled plastic bottles and includes all the essentials. Relax with lip balm, an eye mask, a pen, socks, toothbrush and toothpaste, with earplugs also available on request.

Delightful dining experience

In World Traveller Plus you can enjoy a glass of sparkling wine after take-off and a starter, main and dessert with our dining service. During your flight we'll deliver snacks, hot, cold and alcoholic drinks to your seat.

In-flight entertainment

Stay connected to the world below or relax and leave it all behind in our World Traveller Plus cabin. You can lose yourself for hours in a blockbuster film or gripping series thanks to our huge on-demand entertainment library.

• A personal flat screen and noise-cancelling headphones
• High-speed Wi-Fi on most aircraft
• Access to Paramount+ with hundreds of the latest films and shows, as well as music, audio books and games

Treat yourself to the airport lounge

Sit back and relax before your flight with Lounge Pass, your key to non-British Airways airport lounges across the globe, no matter what airline you are flying with or cabin you are travelling in. Enjoy light refreshments such as alcohol and food, Wi-Fi and a selection of newspapers and magazines while you wait to board, plus Executive Club Members can collect 5 Avios per £1/€1/$1 spent.

Double baggage allowance

Baggage allowances.

World Traveller Plus’ generous baggage allowance means you can pack more for your trip. Bring both a cabin bag and laptop or handbag on board, as well as up to two bags in the hold.

Some routes and tickets come with an even greater allowance, and extra bags can be added for a fee.

Doorstep baggage pick-up & check-in

AirPortr can collect your baggage from your doorstep, securely transport it to the airport, and check it in for your flight for you. This means that you can travel to the airport luggage-free and head straight to security when you arrive. This service is only available for flights departing from Heathrow, Gatwick, Geneva, Zurich and Vienna.

Aircraft variations

Wherever and whenever you fly World Traveller Plus you can expect the same top quality food, drink and premium service by our attentive crew. A few of the cabin design elements may vary by aircraft.

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Robinhood’s new credit card goes after Apple Card with ability to invest cash-back perks

Eight months after acquiring credit card startup X1 for $95 million, Robinhood announced today the launch of its new Gold Card, with a list of features that could even give Apple Card users envy.

Robinhood, better known for its brokerage app aimed at the everyday investor, is touting all sorts of benefits with its new card in an attempt to attract users. The card has no annual or foreign transaction fees. However, it will only be available for Robinhood Gold members, which costs $5 a month, or $50 annually. ( Gold is a program that offers other benefits like 5% APY on an account’s uninvested brokerage cash.) 

Gold Card users can earn 3% cash back on all categories, including restaurants and groceries, and 5% cash bank when booking travel at Robinhood’s new travel portal. That cash back can be transferred to brokerage accounts, which can go toward making investments like stock purchases, the company says. The ability to invest using cash back is th e big innovation that X1 developed prior to getting acquired .

Another interesting feature of the Gold Card includes the ability to provide cards for family members. This is the first time that Robinhood has introduced a family-oriented financial product, Robinhood Money General Manager Deepak Rao told TechCrunch. Rao was the founder and CEO of X1 before joining Robinhood in the acquisition. 

Users will have the ability to add up to five family members as cardholders to their account with every cardholder receiving their own card. Additional cardholders can be any age, giving parents a way to help teens build credit and monitor spending. The ability to provide cards to family members will extend even to those visiting from other countries.

“A user can provide cards to parents, children or caregivers and set the right kind of controls and protection, while also helping them build their credit,” Rao said. “They don’t have to provide any other information than their name and date of birth and Social Security number if they have one. If you’re worried about spending limits, you can put a dollar amount limit and also a child-safe mode for kids.”

The Card also allows users to create and delete virtual cards for one-time purchases and will have an APR of 20.24% – 29.99%, which Robinhood said will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

Robinhood is also making its physical cards numberless so if they are lost or stolen, users won’t have to swap out all their card information. The company is also launching a new app to go along with the new Gold Card that will be completely separate from its investment app, Rao said. 

Generally, the Gold account offers up to $2.25 million FDIC insurance from a network of partner banks.

Robinhood’s entrance into the credit card market is clearly taking a cue from the likes of Apple, which has seen great success with its own card (despite hiccups with its partnership with Goldman Sachs ). By forgoing hidden fees like annual or late fees, and by applying its cash back daily, Apple Card topped more than 12 million users as of January.

Many cards offer cash back but often restrict it to certain categories. This card is generous in its cash-back offer. Apple, for instance, offers 3% cash back on all purchases made at Apple, and on purchases made at select merchants when using the Apple Card with Apple Pay. In general, purchases made on Apple Card with Apple Pay earn users 2% back. But Apple also offers a Family Sharing feature, and a high-yield savings account offering 4.5% interest.

Obviously, Robinhood will earn interchange revenue from the credit cards, standard transaction fees paid by the merchants. It has earned interchange revenue off of its debit cards, which launched in 2018 . Coastal Community Bank is Robinhood’s banking partner on the new Gold Card.

The new credit card is part of Robinhood’s evolving business model and offerings over the years. In December of 2022, the company announced Robinhood Retirement , which it described as the “first and only” individual retirement account (IRA) with a 1% match on every eligible dollar contributed. Gold Membership, a requirement to get the Gold Card, increases the eligible match to  up to 3% match.

“There’s always been special perks and opportunities reserved for the wealthy that make them even richer. It’s why we started Robinhood…” Robinhood co-founder and CEO Vlad Tenev said in a written statement. “Today’s announcements…bring us one step closer to the goal of giving everyone better access to the financial system.”

Robinhood Gold Card, explained:

What are the requirements to apply for a robinhood gold card.

You must be a Robinhood Gold card member.

You must first meet the following credentials in order to apply for a card:

• Must have a Robinhood Gold account.
• Be 18 years or older
• Have a valid social security number (not a taxpayer identification number)
• Have a legal U.S. residential address within the 50 states (exceptions may apply for active U.S. military personnel stationed abroad)
• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have a valid U.S. visa

Are there monthly fees associated with a Robinhood Gold Card?

You must be a Robinhood Gold member to apply for the card. It costs $5 a month, or $50 a year, to become a Robinhood Gold member.

Are there foreign transaction fees associated with a Robinhood Gold Card?

No, there are no foreign transaction fees.

Will my credit be pulled when applying for a Robinhood Gold Card?

Robinhood doesn’t do a hard pull on your credit until you accept the card offer. 

What are the cash back perks and benefits of this card?

• Users can earn 3% cash back on all categories. That cash back can be transferred to brokerage accounts, which can go toward making investments like stock purchases.
• Users will have the ability to add up to five family members as cardholders to their account with every cardholder receiving their own card. 
• Cardholders can create and delete virtual cards for one-time purchases.
• The physical cards will be numberless so if they are lost or stolen, users won’t have to swap out all their card information. 

Is Robinhood Gold FDIC insured?

Robinhood offers up to $2.25 million in FDIC insurance through a network of partner banks.

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This post was originally published March 26 at 4 p.m. PT, and has been updated to include Robinhood’s stream and additional remarks.

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How does the ship know that I have pre-paid Wi-Fi? MedallionNet® Wi-Fi automatically recognizes pre-paid MedallionNet plans. Guests have the option to “redeem” after sign-on to activate their device.

Does each guest in the stateroom with Princess Premier get four devices of Wi-Fi with Princess Premier? Yes, each guest with Princess Premier will receive the four-device Wi-Fi plan. 

Guests who are Platinum and Elite receive 50% off MedallionNet Wi-Fi as a loyalty benefit. What is the impact to their benefits? With Princess Plus, MedallionNet single-device Wi-Fi is provided as a promotional bundle included in the price of the fare. There is no additional discount for Platinum and Elite guests for the Wi-Fi package. However, Platinum and Elite guests will automatically receive a 50% discount if they decide to upgrade to a four-device package on board. Loyalty benefits are not redeemable for cash or onboard credit.

What’s included in the Plus Beverage Package? The Plus Beverage Package includes beer, spirits, wine by the glass and cocktails up to $15 USD / $22 AUD, all non-alcoholic beverages including bottled water (500ml only), fountain sodas, the new Juice Bar, plus fresh juices (if available), specialty coffees and teas, frappes at Coffee & Cones, milkshakes (if available) and Red Bull energy drinks. Bar service charges are included in this package. The package includes the additional benefit of a 25% discount on the following excluded items: all bottles of wine, one-liter bottles of water and bottled juices. The package has a daily limit on alcoholic beverages of 15 beverages over a 24-hour period (6 a.m. to 6 a.m.).

What’s included in the Premier Beverage Package? The Premier Beverage Package includes a premium selection of beer, spirits, wine by the glass and cocktails $20 USD / $30 AUD and under, all non-alcoholic beverages including bottled water (500ml only), fountain sodas, the new Juice Bar, plus fresh juices (if available), specialty coffees and teas, frappes at Coffee & Cones, milkshakes (if available) and Red Bull energy drinks. Bar service charges are included in this package. The package includes the additional benefit of a 25% discount on the following excluded items: all bottles of wine, one-liter bottles of water and bottled juices. The package has a daily limit on alcoholic beverages of 15 beverages over a 24-hour period (6 a.m. to 6 a.m.).

What if I’m not of legal drinking age (21 years of age or older)? Guests who are under the legal drinking age on board will receive the Zero-Alcohol Package, previously called Coffee & Soda Package. This package type will be assigned prior to sailing based on age of guest. When sailing from North America, the legal drinking age on Princess Cruises is 21. However, when sailing from Europe, Asia, South America, Australia and New Zealand, the legal drinking age is 18.

What if I don’t drink alcohol? The value of these packages are a great deal even if you don’t drink alcohol. Both packages include fountain sodas, the new Juice Bar, fresh juices, bottled water, specialty coffees & teas, frappes, milkshakes and Red Bull energy drinks, with pre-paid 18% service charge included for these items. In the event that you don’t want the Plus Beverage Package or Premier Beverage Package, no substitutions will be offered.

What’s included in the Zero-Alcohol Package? This includes fountain soda by the glass, fruit juices, specialty coffees and teas, frappes, milkshakes and Red Bull energy drinks, all subject to availability on ship, with pre-paid 18% service charge included for these items. You also receive a 25% discount on 1L bottled water and bottled juice. The Zero-Alcohol Package does not include mini-bar items, sodas ordered through room service or vending machine purchases.

How does the ship know that I have the Plus Beverage Package or Premier Beverage Package? The ship systems recognize the package attached to a guest’s booking and notify our crew at the time of each transaction. When a guest orders an included item, the crew will see the applicable package and enter an order according to the package inclusions in the system. Please note: the addition of the Juice Bar to your beverage package is only available for those with the $60/day Plus package or $80/day Premier package. All other packages booked prior to December 14, 2022 will not be eligible for the Juice Bar unless guests have upgraded to these new and improved packages.

How does the ship know that my package option includes crew appreciation? Your folio will reflect the pre-payment, by Princess Cruises, on your behalf for the suggested crew appreciation in the U.S. dollar amounts of $16 per person per day for interior, oceanview, and balcony staterooms, $17 per person per day for mini-suite, cabanas, and Reserve Collection staterooms and $18 per person per day for suites.

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What is included in the photo package? The photo package includes all digital photos of all guests in a stateroom from their voyage, including 3rd and 4th guests. The package also includes three physical prints of up to 8x10 size per guest and can be redeemed on board at the Photo Gallery. Digital photos are available for download through the app or may be transferred to a USB device on board at the Photo Gallery before disembarkation. Physical prints and digital photos are not available after the cruise ends.

Can I purchase the photo package separately? The photo package is currently an exclusive offer for Princess Premier guests only. Other digital and print packages are available for purchase through the Princess® Cruises app or at the Photo Gallery on board.

Food & dining

What are casual dining meals and where can I get them? We’re introducing exciting new 3-course prix fixe meals at our casual dining venues. These vary by ship, but include: O’Malley’s, Ocean Terrace, Vines, Alfredo’s Pizzeria, Gigi’s Pizzeria, Kai Sushi, Planks, BBQ, Steamers and Salty Dog Gastropub.

Do I need to make reservations for my specialty dining meals in advance? It’s not necesssary but we do recommend guests book early via the reservations function within the Princess® Cruises app to get the specialty dining restaurant, day and time of their preference.

What if I don’t use the specialty dining or casual dining meals included in my package? The specialty dining credits are available only for your current voyage, are non-refundable if not used and cannot be redeemed for cash.

If I sail on back-to-back cruises, do I get four specialty dining meals in Princess Premier? If you have booked Princess Premier on both of the back-to-back cruises then you will get two (2) specialty dining meals on each voyage, making it a total of 4 specialty dining meals.

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What is included in Fitness Classes? How do I make reservations? As part of our partnership with XPonential Fitness, we will be offering 3 types of classes for you to choose from: StretchLab, Pure Barre and YogaSix. With the Plus package, you will be able to participate in 2 classes per voyage, and with Premier, you will have unlimited access to these classes. You can sign up at the Fitness Center.

What is included in reserved theater seating? As part of the Premier package, you will have access to a section of reserved seating in the Princess Theater for production shows only. Seats in this section are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be held up until 15 minutes before the performance start time and then released. All guests in your stateroom will be able to sit with you in this reserved section. Unfortunately, if you are traveling with others who are not Premier package guests, they will not be able to join you in this reserved section.

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What do you mean by free Medallion® device shipping? How does that work? You will be receiving a complimentary Medallion device and lanyard as part of your cruise experience. For any guests with a Plus or Premier package, you may order these items delivered to your home (for U.S. guests only) for no extra shipping fees. If you do not have the package, you pay a $10 flat fee to have these delivered to your home. Or you could choose to pick them up at the departure port for no extra fees.

When will my Medallion be shipped? Between 12 to 21 days prior to your voyage. Please note, if you purchase your cruise within 12 days of your sail date, we will not be able to ship your complimentary Medallion device and lanyard to you because it may not be delivered in time for your cruise. Instead, it will be waiting for you at the port.

What if I don’t live in the U.S.? Your Medallion device and complimentary lanyard will be available to pick up at the port with no shipping fee. You should still complete your OceanReady® travel checklist in advance to save time on embarkation day.

What is Princess Prizes? Princess Prizes is a promotion on board that allows guests to win great prizes through their stateroom door portal. The prize portal is activated when a guest opens their stateroom door using their Medallion® device.

Does Princess Prizes have any limitations? Due to gaming laws, Princess Prizes can only operate when the ship is in international waters. In addition, minors are not eligible to play.

What are the range of prizes for Princess Prizes? You can find the full list of current prizes in the  Princess Prizes terms and conditions . Prizes currently include onboard credits, onboard dining experiences, free cruises and more! Prize offerings may change from time to time.

What are the chances of winning the grand prize in Princess Prizes? The odds for the current prizes are available in the  Princess Prizes terms and conditions .

Are Princess Prizes per person or per stateroom? How many entries do we get? Princess Prizes is limited to one (1) entry per stateroom. That entry covers the guest’s entire voyage from the time purchased or from embarkation (if upgraded with Princess Premier).

If I win onboard credit from Princess Prizes, is that redeemable for cash? Onboard credits will be automatically applied to the guest’s end-of-voyage folio and are non-refundable and not redeemable for cash.

Can I purchase Princess Prizes on board in addition to what I receive with Princess Premier to have more chances to win? No, Princess Prizes is limited to one (1) entry per stateroom. That entry covers the guest’s entire voyage from the time purchased or from embarkation (if upgraded with Princess Premier).

I already purchased my cruise. Can I upgrade to either Princess Plus or Princess Premier? Absolutely! You can upgrade from Princess Standard to Princess Plus for only $60 per day or to Princess Premier for $80 per day. If you already have Princess Plus on your reservation, you can upgrade to Princess Premier for the difference, either $20 or $30 per-day, based on the price of your original package. To do so, simply log in to Cruise Personalizer,  contact Princess via our Contact Center , or contact your Travel Advisor.

Are third and fourth guests required to purchase the same package (Princess Plus or Princess Premier)? Third and fourth guests are not required to purchase or defaulted to the selected package of first and second guests in a stateroom. Should 3rd and 4th guests want to opt in to purchase a package, you will need to contact Princess or your Travel Advisor to have it applied to the booking.

Can items in Princess Plus or Princess Premier be shared across guests in the stateroom, even if 3rd and 4th guests don’t have these packages? For the Princess Premier package the following items can be shared across all guests: Wi-Fi for 4 devices per guest, the digital photo portion of the Photo Package and reserved theater seating. Free shipping for Medallion® devices can also be shared across all guests in the stateroom when shipped at once to the same address. Casual Dining or Specialty Dining meals cannot be shared with the 3rd and 4th guests in the stateroom.

Can I purchase Princess Plus or Princess Premier when I’m on board? Yes. Princess Plus and Princess Premier are available for purchase on board. You may purchase or upgrade a package through the second day of your voyage.

Are Princess Plus and Princess Premier applicable on the land portion of my cruisetour? Unfortunately, no. These great value packages are designed around your MedallionClass® shipboard experience and are not applicable during the land portion of cruisetours.

What's changed with packages?

How do I book Princess Plus or Princess Premier? You may select your preferred package upon booking online, through your preferred Travel Advisor or by  contacting Princess Cruises via our Contact Center . If you’re already booked, you can  upgrade to a package through the Cruise Personalizer .

What’s changing with Princess Plus and Princess Premier? We added new fixed price casual dining meals and OceanNow® delivery and room service for both! The enhanced package for Princess Plus ($60 USD) includes two free casual dining meals per guest. The enhanced Princess Premier package ($80 USD) includes unlimited free casual dining meals. These new perks will be (at no extra charge) fleetwide August 2, 2023.

What changes can I expect if I don’t have a Princess Plus or Princess Premier package? Select casual dining venues will now include a cover charge of $14.99 for the new multi-course prix fixe meals. A la carte items may also be purchased individually. A one-time access fee of $14.99 per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. OceanNow delivery refers to orders placed through the app that are delivered to wherever you are, including your stateroom.

Will I still be able to order breakfast for delivery through the doorknob card I find in my stateroom? Can I continue to order housekeeping items like ice buckets or bathrobes with no charge? Breakfast ordered for stateroom delivery by placing the card outside your door will continue to be complimentary and no additional fees will be charged, regardless of whether or not you have Princess Plus or Princess Premier package. The same is true for housekeeping items ordered either by telephone or through your stateroom steward. For guests on a standard Princess Package, housekeeping items ordered using OceanNow will incur the one-time $14.99 OceanNow delivery access fee.

Will I receive the new perks if I purchased Princess Plus or Premier at the old rate of $50/$75 per day? You can absolutely upgrade to the new perks at the new price! If you do not wish to upgrade, you can enjoy the package with the original perks as you initially purchased them.

Are Princess Plus and Princess Premier available for all stateroom types? Yes! Both Princess Plus and Princess Premier are available to ALL guests and ALL stateroom types. These packages are capacity controlled and are available for purchase pre-cruise or on board.

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What if I only want certain components of the Princess Plus or Princess Premier package and not others? Princess Plus and Princess Premier are not available as individual components. However, the value of each package is strong and should be evaluated for each guest’s own circumstance.

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