Peace of Mind While Studying Abroad

Taking classes abroad may just be the most fun you’ll ever have while actually learning something, but being a student in a foreign country can be just as scary as it is exciting, for both travelers and their parents back home.

Take a tip from the Student & Youth Travel Association, and follow these simple guidelines:

1.) Before you go, learn about the local laws and customs of the countries you’re visiting.
2.) Bring an extra pair of glasses or contact lenses.
3.) Pack a simple first aid kit with bandages, antibiotic cream and pain relievers, and tell your instructors about any medications you’re taking.
4.) Give your parents the phone and fax number of where you're staying, and a full itinerary.
5.) Pack all valuables, medications, travel documents and passport in your carry-on bag. Occasionally checked luggage gets lost at airports, so you want to have your important items on you.
6.) If you check into a hotel, grab a card from the counter with the hotel’s name, address and phone number on it. Keep this card on you at all times.
7.) Be respectful around, and ask permission before taking photographs of, churches, mosques, temples, synagogues and other religious sites. Also, ask permission before taking photographs of government buildings and military installations.

8.) Travel with a buddy at all times.

The Student Secure International Student Plan is one travel buddy you should never be without when studying abroad. It's guaranteed issue, has low deductibles, and covers intercollegiate sports, emergency medical evacuation, emergency dental, and terrorism coverage. Additionally, you will receive tons of great Travel Assistant benefits, like Lost Luggage, Emergency Cash Transfers, Prescription Drug Replacement, and much more.

Call Mark or Adam today at 800-647-4589, and find out just how affordable this kind of coverage can be.

Your parents will thank you for it.