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Travel Insurance

If you are on holiday for two weeks or plan on traveling for two years, it should not be a question of whether or not to buy travel insurance, but a matter of who to buy your travel insurance from.

At Backpacker Tours Australia we have done much of the research for you. We have looked over several policies and the policies that we believe are best suited to the needs of backpackers and independant travellers is offered by World Nomads.

Not only do they provide insurance policies specifically for backpackers and independent travellers, the policies can be purchased online with a minimum of fuss and no need for loads of paperwork whch means that they are eco friendly too!!

Why is World Nomads cover about half the price of other travel insurance quotes?
World Nomads is only available over the Internet and the price reflects the costs savings and efficiencies of the Internet - much the same way books, music and travel are priced lower over the Internet. World Nomads policy cover also means that you aren’t paying for cover that you don’t need - like hire car cover - and this is also reflected in the price.

World Nomads insurance cover is provided by Allianz, one of the largest insurance companies in the world and is supported by a simple 14 day money back guarantee.

You don't have to buy it all at once, you can buy enough to set off and then, because it's all online, extend it while you're away from any internet cafe in the world.

• To download the full World Nomad's policy, click here.

Who can buy this policy?
Anybody can buy a World Nomads policy as long as you are a permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand or are planning to travel in either Australia or New Zealand. If you are not a permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand, you only need to tell us the address of the hostel or friends place that you will be staying at whilst in Australia or New Zealand.

You are covered for the highest standards of medical treatment, no matter where you are in the world. We also assist with insurance claims in foreign countries, making life that little bit easier.

For our customers, that means we offer a 'Best of Both Worlds' confidence - we know the Backpacker market intimately, offering a product that caters to the specific needs of Backpackers and, with Allianz, we are backed by one of the world's most secure financial institutions with assets under management in excess of one trillion euros.

World Nomads products reflect the years of insight we have gained into the real needs of Backpackers and Independent Travellers. Our policies avoid expensive and unnecessary add-ons, making us as relevant as we are inexpensive. We cover the risks that matter.

Does my policy provide 24Hr Emergency Assistance?
Yes, provided by Worldcare Assist - a company of the Mondial Assistance group - a world leader in 24 Hr Emergency Assistance. Simply call toll free on 800 9392 9392 from anywhere in the world at any time.

What countries are covered by the policy?
Every country is covered, however you need to be aware that World Nomads, like all travel insurers, does not cover claims resulting from war. Also regarding terrorism, our policy covers medical costs, additional expenses and damage to your personal belongings, provided that the terrorism act was unexpected. Our policy does not cover the costs and deposits lost if you cancel your travel due to an act of terrorism.

12 month policy including USA, Canada - Japan $543.00 excluding USA, Canada - Japan $453

World Nomads will be expanding in 2003 with operations being established in the main Backpacker destinations of the world, making us the only truly global travel insurance provider specializing in the equally global needs of Backpackers. We are an Australian based business, located at 6 Elliott Street, North Sydney 2060 (yes, we exist beyond cyberspace).