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About Damian Tysdal

Damian Tysdal is the founder of TravelInsuranceReview, and he believes travel insurance should be easier to understand. See more from Damian on Google+.

How to spot and avoid the latest travel scams

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Thanks to the global pandemic, travel has changed and so have the travel scams. Travel-related scams rely on a different type of psychology than more well-known scams such as a caller demanding your credit card info to correct a problem with your income taxes. Travel scams rely on a traveler’s desire to save money and book a […]

Traveler Hacks for TSA Wait Times

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Long security lines at the Denver International Airport have been in the news this week, but it’s not the only airport frustrating travelers. Airports around the country are seeing massive increases in travelers, and it’s easy to see why this is a perfect storm when you consider: Understaffing issues – the TSA has been recruiting agents all […]

US Land Borders to Open in November

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The US land border crossing ban has had enormous financial, social and cultural impact―on both sides of the border. Starting in November, the US will open its land borders with Canada and Mexico after 18 months of lockdown. The reopening is a big deal for those on both sides of the border.  Since early August, vaccinated Americans have […]

Booking a trip this fall? Here’s why you should have travel insurance

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As colder weather approaches in the northern hemisphere, airlines are hoping to fill their planes with leisure travelers seeking sunny getaways and time with family. Over the past few weeks, many airlines have been expanding their schedules and adding domestic routes, expecting a surge in holiday travel. International travel is approaching pre-pandemic levels. Optimism rose with the […]

Tips for Booking Holiday Travel in these Uncertain Times

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The list of countries reopening to fully vaccinated international visitors in November grew longer this week, including: Argentina Cuba Thailand As borders open and restrictions ease, the EU digital COVID certificate program has expanded. The digital certificate can be used to enter venues where it’s required like restaurants, museums, and bars. It is now open to all EU […]

The US Updates Travel Rules to Let Europeans In

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Back in March 2020, the US closed its borders to most travelers in an attempt to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In the spring of 2021, many countries loosened their own entry restrictions while the US kept their travel rules in place.  After Europe opened its borders to Americans in June, some governments complained about […]

Traveling abroad? What happens if you test positive?

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If you’re watching your inbox or any of the flight search engines lately, you know that Europe is on sale for American travelers. We’re talking really cheap flights that would cause any travel-lover to whip out their miles card fast. Wait just a minute though! International travel is more of a gamble than you might realize.  Why? The […]