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Travel Insurance Direct and World Nomads author Phil Sylvester offers insights and advice to keep our customers safe and informed when they travel. With 20 year’s experience, Phil has turned his journalist’s eye to the things that could take the fun out of your holiday, researching issues and destinations that keep you informed so you can travel with confidence. He is also co-host of The World Nomads Travel Podcast.

14 October 2020

A Local's Guide to Sydney, Australia

None of us could have imagined the unprecedented events that have unfolded in recent months. For...

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11 August 2020

A Local's Guide to Brisbane: Top Things to See & Do

None of us could have imagined the unprecedented events that have unfolded in recent months. For...

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05 June 2017

How to Survive a Lone Wolf Terror Attack

There is no guaranteed way to avoid a terror attack, but there are things you can do that will massi...

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05 May 2017

4 Indonesian Islands That Could be the "Next Bali"

Love Bali? Did you know there are 8,443 islands that make up Indonesia? Actually that's just the on...

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01 December 2016

International Driving Licenses

Do I need a license to drive? In most countries if you have a valid driver's license from home you'...

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30 September 2016

The Rise of the Sweatcation

Learn more about the rise of the Sweatcation for Aussie travellers!

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20 April 2015

World's top 25 beaches: how safe are they?

Hitting the beach? Get travel and safety tips for the world's most beautiful beaches, including Brazil, Cuba and Puerto Rico from Travel Insurance Direct.

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