{"id":38379,"date":"2026-02-24T09:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T05:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lagazette-mag.io\/?p=38379"},"modified":"2026-02-24T09:00:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T05:00:26","slug":"travel-insurance-a-must-not-a-myth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lagazette-mag.io\/en\/travel-insurance-a-must-not-a-myth\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel insurance: a must, not a myth!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><b>You&#8217;d never dream of traveling without a valid passport. And yet, when it comes to travel insurance, preconceived ideas are hard to dispel. Too expensive, unnecessary, already included elsewhere&#8230; these are just some of the beliefs that still lead many travelers to leave insufficiently protected! SICOM explains the most common myths.   <\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Myth no. 1<\/b><\/span><b> My credit card already covers me&#8221; <\/b><br \/>\nCredit card cover is often partial, capped and subject to numerous conditions. They are no substitute for comprehensive travel insurance, designed to cover all the risks associated with a stay abroad. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Myth 2<\/b><\/span><b> I&#8217;m going for a short time, so I don&#8217;t risk anything&#8221;<\/b><br \/>\nA short stay is not synonymous with reduced risk. Medical consultations, flight delays or lost luggage can occur at any time, regardless of the length of your trip. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Myth 3<\/b><\/span><b> I&#8217;m in good health, I&#8217;ll pay if I need to<\/b> &#8221;<br \/>\nAccident, food poisoning or a simple fall can quickly lead to very high costs abroad. Travel insurance allows you to be taken care of quickly and avoid heavy, unforeseen expenses. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Myth 4<\/b><\/span><b> My health cover is enough&#8221;<br \/>\n<\/b>Standard health cover generally does not apply to travel abroad for leisure or business. Travel insurance remains indispensable. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Myth 5<\/b><\/span><b> The host country will take care of me&#8221;<\/b><br \/>\nEmergency care may be provided in advance, but ambulance, hospitalization, medication and repatriation are usually the responsibility of the traveler. Only travel insurance can guarantee comprehensive coverage and appropriate assistance. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Myth no. 6<\/b><\/span><b> The more expensive, the better I&#8217;m covered&#8221;<\/b><br \/>\nPrice is not always a reliable indicator. Low-cost formulas offer minimal protection, while top-of-the-range formulas are only relevant if they match your profile. The key is to choose the right coverage, not necessarily the most expensive.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Traveling with a free spirit also means being well insured! With Travel Easy, SICOM offers comprehensive protection, 24\/7 assistance and personalized advice to support you before and during your trip. Because a successful trip starts long before you board!  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;d never dream of traveling without a valid passport. And yet, when it comes to travel insurance, preconceived ideas are hard to dispel. Too expensive, unnecessary, already included elsewhere&#8230; these are just some of the beliefs that still lead many travelers to leave insufficiently protected! SICOM explains the most common myths. 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