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Safety

22 April 2015

A fish tale: one surfer’s unbelievable medical emergency

Travel Insurance Direct help an Australian who was speared by an Balinese flying fish and treated in hospital with a $27,000 medical bill.

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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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13 May 2020

Driving around Australia: Practical tips and safety advice

Getting ready to embark on an epic road trip around Australia? Find out how Travel Insurance Direct can help you eliminate stress and maximise smiles.

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23 August 2018

Protect your personal data when traveling

Staying protected whilst on holiday is a must. But just how can you ensure your personal data is also safeguarded from breaches and attacks?

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08 February 2018

What to do to avoid being scammed on holiday

If you're going away on holiday, the excitement of visiting a new place can often make us ignorant of possible threats that come with a trip. Unfortunately, there are a lot of people in the world who want to take advantage of unsuspecting tourists - so here's how you can outsmart them.

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