It’s already December and many students will have the winner holiday break coming up soon. If you are planning on traveling this season keep in mind that you are not alone, whether you are celebrating the holidays or New Year. Couple this with possible inclement weather such as snow storms and you can imagine that […]
Health & Safety Abroad Category
Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.
Avoiding Travel Stress during the Winter Holiday Season
December 3rd, 2011 by ahoontrakulInternational Student Health Insurance in Taiwan
September 23rd, 2011 by ahoontrakulAccording to the CIA World Fact Book, Taiwan has an estimated GDP real growth rate of 10.8% placing it at number 4 compared to the rest of the world (2010). Taiwan has one of the most dynamic economies in the world but is often an overlooked destination for student studying abroad. However, this country is […]
Pregnancy Insurance for International Students
August 10th, 2011 by ahoontrakulNot all international student health insurance plans are the same, so it is important to know the benefits and exclusions of each insurance policy before you make your final decision on which plan is best suited for you.
Student Secure VS. Enhance Student Secure 6 Month Pre-Ex Plan
July 26th, 2011 by ahoontrakulMany colleges and universities in the US allow international students to waive their school’s insurance plan if students can show a good alternate health insurance policy. Our International Student Health Insurance plan called the Student Secure offers comprehensive coverage and therefore meets and exceeds most school insurance requirements. There are a handful of universities, mostly […]
What deductible to pick when buying health insurance
June 11th, 2011 by ahoontrakulWhen purchasing a medical insurance plan, many times you will have the option of choosing what deductible you want to have on your plan. Many people often ask me when buying health insurance “what deductible I should pick?” The answer will depend on your own personal situation. But first, you need to have a better […]
Protecting your stuff when staying in hostels
May 13th, 2011 by ahoontrakulIf you are a student and you are planning on studying or traveling abroad on a budget, you will most likely stay in a hostel. Even for those who have the funds to spend on a nice hotel, a hostel can be a nice and fun experience that everyone should experience at least once. Because […]
Getting sick while abroad (a personal story)
April 19th, 2011 by ahoontrakulA few years ago I took a solo backpacking trip through Europe after I had finished my study abroad trip in England. It was a great experience and I had a lot of fun. To begin the story, in one month I would start my trip from Prague. I would make my way south to […]
Tips for Taking a Road Trip in America
April 8th, 2011 by ahoontrakulAmericans are in love with cars and unless you live in one of the few major cities, you understand that it is hard to live without one. Because the United States is so big, there are vast distances between places and you will find that the public transportation is not as extensive as other countries. […]
Atlas Travel Extra Assistance Services
March 11th, 2011 by ahoontrakulWhether you’re just vacationing or studying abroad, having a good medical insurance is important. The Atlas Travel Medical plan provides comprehensive coverage in case you become sick or injured due to an accident while you are abroad. Many people know that the plan would cover your doctor visits, hospitalization, prescription medications, and evacuation, but most […]
