Travel Insurance for the Camino de Santiago

No matter where you are from or how long you are travelling – we recommend that you get comprehensive travel insurance. Travel insurance minimises your risks while travelling on the Camino, as well as on your way to and from your destination. Most good insurance will cover some or all of the costs associated with injury, illness, theft, lost or delayed luggage, and accidents and emergencies when you are travelling. It is absolutely worth getting travel insurance for the Camino de Santiago.

There are so many travel insurance providers out there that it can be hard to compare them. There are big international travel insurance groups, small post office travel insurance options, and even some travel insurance that comes with credit cards.

Research which travel insurance policy covers your planned Camino activities. Consider what is most important to you and the type of holiday you are planning. What medical situations are likely to occur? Are you likely to do any adventure activities like sky diving or skiing? What injuries and risks are most likely on your Camino? Do you have any particularly expensive things with you?

In many cases, you might not need a specialist insurance option, but it is important to check that the activities you plan to do on your holiday to find the right Camino travel insurance.

• What medical conditions, accidents and emergencies does it cover?
• Does it cover pre-existing medical conditions?
• Does it cover lost or delayed bags?
• Is theft covered? If so, up to what value?
• What flight cover is there for missed connections or delays?
• What happens if I need to cancel my trip or come home early?
• Does it cover any expensive technology or gear that I am bringing?

Most basic Camino travel insurance cover will generally include the majority of these things, but it is worth checking.

If you are from Europe and you have a European Medical Card then this will give you access to basic healthcare in other European countries. It doesn’t cover everything though, so we still recommend getting travel insurance with medical cover for your Camino pilgrimage.

We have worked with plenty of different travel insurance companies around the world and we love World Nomads for the Camino.

You can buy travel insurance from World Nomads online, even after you’ve left home. Travel insurance from WorldNomads.com is available to people from over 130 countries. It’s designed for adventurous travellers with cover for overseas medical expenses, evacuation, loss of baggage, and a range of adventure sports and activities.

1. They are trusted and reliable
   WorldNomads.com is backed by a suite of strong, secure, specialist travel insurers who provide you with great cover, 24-hour emergency assistance, and the highest levels of support and claims management when you need it most.
2. Value for money with the cover you need
   World Nomads provides cover for what’s important. By focusing on what you need and leaving out what you don’t, World Nomads prices are some of the most competitive online.
3. Flexibility when you need it
   Had a change of plans? You can buy more cover or claim online while you are still away. You can even buy a World Nomads policy if you’re already travelling.
4. Cover for a range of adventure activities
   From hiking in Spain to surfing in Portugal, WorldNomads.com covers a range of adventure activities, giving you peace of mind to get the most from your travels.
5. World Nomads keeps you travelling safely
   All WorldNomads.com members have access to up-to-date travel safety alerts, as well as travel safety advice and tips online through the World Nomads Travel Safety Hub.
6. More than just great value travel insurance
   All WorldNomads.com members can learn the local lingo through a series of iPod & iPhone Language Guides and can stay in touch with family and friends with an online travel journal.
7. Commitment to exceptional customer service
   We want to ensure you get the most from WorldNomads.com. You can find out more about why travel insurance is important for your trip. If you have any questions about your travel insurance or travel safety in general, please contact World Nomads directly.

With a good insurance policy and a solid plan, anyone can walk the Camino worry-free. Start turning your plans into reality with peace of mind by getting your free quotes from World Nomads and from us today!