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To help you when you're travelling abroad

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Whether you’re thinking about getting travel insurance for your upcoming adventure or looking for tips for flying while pregnant, our guides can help.

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      Losing documents abroad

      What to do if your important documents go astray

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      Pre-existing medical conditions

      Find out what’s covered with our travel insurance

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      All you need to know about your rights

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      Keeping your money safe abroad

      Top tips to keep your money safe while you’re away

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      Protecting your phone and gadgets abroad

      We’ve got you covered if you lose your phone on holiday

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      What to do if your flight's delayed, cancelled or overbooked

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      What is ABTA Protection for Holidaymakers?

      Discover what ABTA is and what protection it provides UK travellers

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      What is ATOL Protection for UK holidaymakers?

      If you’re jetting off on a package holiday this summer, ATOL offers some financial protection

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      Travelling solo

      Wondering how to travel alone for the first time? Our guide is full of top tips for travelling solo.

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      Flying Advice

      Delayed flights

      Find out what financial compensation you’re entitled to if your flight is delayed.

      Dealing with flight disruption

      Everything you need to know about dealing with cancelled or delayed flights.

      Air Passenger Duty

      What is Air Passenger Duty? Find out with our guide, which explains tax bands and when you don’t have to pay air passenger tax.

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      Flying with children

      Hints and tips to help make flying with a newborn or toddler stress-free.

      Travelling while pregnant

      Worried about flying when pregnant? Read our guide for advice to help put your mind at ease.

      General Guides

      Worldwide travel insurance

      Be protected wherever your adventure takes you.

      European travel insurance

      Find out what travel protection you should get for your holiday in Europe.

      Looking for travel insurance?

      If you’re looking for flexible travel insurance for your next adventure, you’re in the right place.

      Existing customers can access their policy documents within their customer portal. However, if you would like to view these before you purchase then please find the most recent files within the Important Information section in our online quote journey.

      Sainsbury’s Travel insurance is underwritten by AWP P&C S.A. for core cover.

      Any questions?

      Check out our most frequently asked questions about travel insurance. If you still need to talk to us, our friendly team will be happy to help.

      Call 0345 305 2622.

      Sales and service lines are open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday. Closed weekend and Bank Holidays. Calls may be monitored or recorded. Calls are charged at local rates from landlines and mobiles. Helpful phone numbers.