Download the New MyAccount Mobile App
One of the main advantages of buying from Insubuy is the after-purchase support. We provide you with a wealth of resources to help you get the most from your insurance coverage.
For years, one of the primary ways we’ve supported our customers is through MyAccount, a self-service portal on our website that allows you to view and manage nearly every aspect of your insurance coverage on your own schedule.
But now we’ve made it even easier to manage your insurance from any Apple or Android device with the new MyAccount mobile app. The MyAccount mobile app is everything you love about MyAccount, put at your fingertips.
What Can You Do with the MyAccount Mobile App?
The new mobile app allows you to do everything you can do in MyAccount, accessible right from your phone or tablet. With the app, you can:
How Do You Get to the App?
Accessing the app is easy. There are no passwords or website addresses to remember. All you have to do is download it from your device’s app store, and you’re ready to go.
The MyAccount mobile app will be your trusted companion on any trip domestically or abroad by putting you in control of your travel or international insurance coverage, 24/7. It’s travel insurance made easy. Download the MyAccount mobile app today!
How to Save Money on Group Travel
The cost of going on a trip is nearly 15% more today than it was in 2022, yet travel was still at record levels this summer. The cost of traveling alone can already be on the high side. And if the trip you’re planning includes a large group of friends or extended family, the price can skyrocket even more. So how can you save money on a group trip? We’ve got six tips that can help your money go farther.
Book Far in Advance
Numerous studies have concluded that airline tickets are cheapest between 164 and 46 days before travel. Booking farther out than that is unlikely to net any savings, and waiting until the last minute nearly always means higher prices and fewer options, especially with most flights already being full. The same can go for booking hotels and vacation rentals. So, if you’re planning a trip this year, anywhere from five months to a month and a half beforehand is the sweet spot to book.
Book a Vacation Rental
Although separate hotel rooms for each couple or family may seem like the best way to go in terms of privacy, larger travel groups can nearly always get more for their money by booking an Airbnb or other vacation rental. The price per person is likely to be lower, and you’ll get to take advantage of conveniences like a full-sized kitchen, meaning you can save big money on meals by cooking for the entire group.
Buy Group Travel Medical Insurance
Travel medical insurance is essential for anyone going abroad to a destination outside the United States. A group travel medical insurance plan is typically around 10% cheaper than buying the same coverage with individual policies for each member of your travel group, and everyone will still get their own separate insurance card. Visit the quote form to shop for plans today.
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Plan Ahead for Transportation
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft can be great options when traveling, but they aren’t always an economical choice for larger groups. It’s often a better idea to rent a van ahead of time so you aren’t constantly booking multiple rideshare vehicles to get everyone from one location to another. Despite large vans getting fairly poor fuel economy, it still costs less than renting multiple vehicles.
Split Up for Activities
There’s little chance that everyone in a travel group will like doing all of the same things. Your parents may have no interest in riding roller coasters at a theme park, and you may not have any desire to spend a day at a museum. Don’t be afraid to split up so different members of the group can spend time doing what they enjoy. There’s no point in someone paying for something they have no interest in.
Splitting the Costs
In most cases it’s easier when planning a group trip to have one person do the booking and have everyone else reimburse them. But it’s important to split costs fairly. For instance, the four people sharing a room in bunkbeds at a vacation rental shouldn’t be expected to pay the same as the couple sleeping in the master bedroom with a private bath. However you decide to do it, be transparent, communicate openly with the other group members, and most of all, have a great time!
Explore the New 7 Wonders of the World
Many of us are familiar with the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. We may have read about the Hanging Gardens of Babylon or the Lighthouse of Alexandria in history textbooks in school. However, most of these ancient wonders have long since been destroyed, either by natural or manmade causes.
From 2001-2007, a foundation in Switzerland decided to reimagine the concept of the 7 Wonders of the World, with seven extant monuments that can still be visited. After conducting the largest poll in history at that time, the final list, dubbed the New 7 Wonders of the World, was revealed.
The result is a list of attractions across the world that should be on the bucket list of every traveler. Many you may have heard of, but some may be new to you. Whether you’d like to visit just one or make it a goal to someday get to all seven, join us as we explore the New 7 Wonders of the World.
1. Great Wall of China
Stretching over 13,000 miles and visible from space, it would be difficult to see all of the Great Wall of China. Luckily, there are numerous tourist centers near Beijing where the wall has been restored and is easily accessible. For the truly adventurous, there’s even an annual Great Wall of China Marathon where competitors run along the wall.
2. Petra, Jordan
This ancient city in southwestern Jordan is literally carved into the rose-colored rock of the surrounding mountains. Inhabited by humans since 7000 BC, this city was once the capital of the Nabatean kingdom. Today, it is considered one of the most valuable cultural and archaeological sites on earth, and is Jordan’s most popular tourist attraction, drawing over a million visitors each year.
3. The Colosseum, Rome
There’s no doubt that the Colosseum is to Rome what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. It’s the most popular tourist attraction in the city, and still the largest amphitheater ever built. Once home to the infamous Roman games and later used as a cemetery and a castle, the Colosseum has a history that stretches back nearly 2,000 years. Any visitor to Rome or Italy as a whole owes it to themselves to see this iconic structure.
4. Chichen Itza, Mexico
Located just three hours from Cancun, Chichen Itza is a fascinating ancient Mayan city full of temples, observatories, cenotes, and even a sports court where inhabitants once played a game called Pok-a-Tok, which was potentially one of the games that inspired soccer. Chichen Itza has some of the most well-preserved examples of human sacrifice practices, ancient astronomy, and Mayan architecture. It is a once-in-a-lifetime destination that you can spend an entire day exploring.
5. Machu Picchu, Peru
Hikers, trekkers, and history buffs from around the globe come to Peru to visit this famous Incan citadel located high in the Andes Mountains. Built in the 15th century, Machu Picchu is known for iconic sights like the Temple of the Condor, the Hall of Mirrors, Ladder of the Fountains, and the Temple of Three Windows. And although the site was temporarily closed in early 2023, it has since reopened and is welcoming tourists as normal.
6. Taj Mahal, India
This instantly recognizable ivory mausoleum in Agra took over 20,000 artisans more than two decades to complete from 1631 to 1653. Today, it is one of India’s most popular tourist attractions, drawing an estimated 8 million visitors per year. And it’s not just everyday people who visit the Taj Mahal. The complex has played host to numerous US presidents and members of royal families.
7. Christ the Redeemer, Brazil
Since construction was completed in 1931 in the mountains overlooking Rio de Janeiro, the Christ the Redeemer statue has become the most recognizable symbol of Brazil. Each year, this 125-foot statue of Jesus Christ draws millions of tourists and religious pilgrims to the site. It remains an enduring symbol of Christianity around the world, and one of its most celebrated monuments.
8. Honorary Mention - Giza Pyramids, Egypt
The Giza Pyramid Complex in Egypt holds the distinction of being the only wonder on this list that was also one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World and is thus honorarily included. Constructed between 2600 and 2500 BC, the complex includes hugely popular tourist attractions such as the Great Pyramid, the Great Sphinx, and Pyramid of Khafre. As one of the most recognizable sites in the world, it should be at the top of the list for any history buff.
Insurance to Explore with Confidence
Whether you’re planning to visit just one of the New 7 Wonders of the World or more, it’s essential to have insurance coverage for the unexpected.
Travel medical insurance is important for anyone heading to destinations outside of the United States. Being as the domestic health insurance plan from your home country is unlikely to be accepted in another country, you need to have a contingency plan in place if you get sick or injured. A travel medical insurance plan allows you to get the best available care without being solely responsible for paying the hospital/doctor bill yourself. This is incredibly important, as ancient tourist attractions can be treacherous, and the possibility of a sprain or broken bone can increase.
US residents traveling abroad should look into travel insurance. It only takes one cancelled flight or lost bag to completely ruin your vacation. With a travel insurance plan, you can be reimbursed for covered costs you incur due to a travel mishap. In addition, most plans can also offer emergency medical coverage.
Regardless of where you’re going or what you plan to do while you’re there, proper insurance for traveling is important. When visiting one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, the right insurance plan will allow you to explore and enjoy yourself with total peace of mind.