 If you are heading to Australia, Canada or New Zealand for gap-year to work, rest or play then check out these providers of workingholiday insurance. |
Points to consider before purchasing insurance for Australia & NZ:
- Good travel insurance cover is essential if you are going to work in Australia or New Zealand. This is particularly the case if the work is physical rtaher than office based. Employers will expect that you are covered and may well ask you in an interview for evidence of this so make sure you bring your travel policy document along.
- The standard of healthcare in both Australia and New Zealand is very high by Western Europe standards. The UK has a reciprocal healthcare agreement with both countries.
- You must consider the small print when looking at cover for extreme activities. Whether it be sky diving, bungee jumping, snowboarding or surfing you must make sure your activity is convered by your policy. Many policies have up to four different categories of activities ranging from normal to extreme.
 Downunder Worldwide Travel Insurance |
It is possible to travel to Australia and New Zealand with stop overs in South East Asia and be covered for as little as £189. This offers excellent value for money in our opinion. Downunder offers
Backpacker Insurance with a 10% discount when ordering online. It is also possible to buy this insurance if you are already in Australia or New Zealand. This is useful if you decide to stay on longer than planned.
Prices from £21.00 |
| > http://www.duinsure.com |
| > Downunder Backpacker Insurance Review |
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 WorldNomads Travel Insurance |
Whatever your requirements, the chances are that World Nomads has got a travel insurance policy to suite you.
Very competitive on price and good for winter sports cover for when you go snowboarding in the New Zealand Southern Alps or skiing in Victoria, Australia.
Australia and New Zealand are the home of extreme sports so this cover is excellent.
Prices from £53.60 |
| > http://www.worldnomads.com |
| > World Nomads Backpacker Review |
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 Go Travel Insurance Services |
Very flexible options with good comprehensive cover. Good cover for working holidays
GoSure.com is an entirely Internet based travel insurance business aiming to offer excellent online products at highly competitive prices.
Prices from £37.08 |
| > http://www.gotravelinsurance.co.uk |
| > Go Travel Insurance Review |
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The New Zealand Lonely Planet Guidebook
The Australia Lonely Planet Guidebook |
Featured web site links:
Backpackers Ultimate Guide - Australia
Backpackers Ultimate Guide - Pacific / NZ |
