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Middle East conflict: What it means for your travel plans
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Does age really affect Travel Insurance after 50?
Travel Advice
Jet fuel concerns and holiday travel: What you need to know
Concerned about jet fuel shortages? Learn what it means for your holiday, your rights if flights change, and how AllClear is supporting travellers.
Can you get Travel Insurance over 80? Your complete guide
Is Travel Insurance over 80 still possible? Discover your options, what to expect from insurers, and how to find cover that suits your needs.
Does Travel Insurance provide cover for war or civil unrest?
Political situations can change quickly, so it’s important to understand how Travel Insurance applies to war or civil unrest.
Middle East conflict: What it means for your travel plans
Ongoing tensions in parts of the Middle East are affecting international travel. If you’re planning a trip soon, find out how this could affect your travel plans.
What happens if you feel unwell abroad? A practical guide for senior travellers
What if you fall ill while you’re away? It’s a common worry. This guide walks you through what to do, what help is available, and how Travel Insurance can support you when you need it most.
What is repatriation and how does it work?
What happens if you fall seriously ill abroad and need to get home? Repatriation is the process of bringing you safely back to the UK. Learn more about how it works and why it matters.
Travel Tips & Planning
Your guide to cancellation cover
Not sure what cancellation cover includes? This guide explains how it works, when you can claim, and how it helps protect your holiday if plans suddenly change.
What kind of traveller are you? Discover your travel style
Are you a careful planner or a spontaneous explorer? Take our quick travel personality quiz to discover your style and find inspiration for your next getaway.
The essential dos and don’ts of retirement travel
Travelling in later life can come with different considerations. These essential dos and don’ts are here to help you plan confidently...
Budget travel tips for over 60s: How to holiday abroad for less
Many people look forward to exploring more of the world in retirement, yet rising living costs can make those plans feel uncertain. Affordable holidays abroad are still within reach.
Travel goals worth setting in 2026 – and how to make them happen
As we step into 2026, now’s the time to revisit your travel dreams and make plans that excite your heart and soothe your soul.
From piggy banks to passports: How grandparents are funding family holidays
Grandparents are playing an increasingly vital role in helping families get away...
Travelling with a Medical Condition
How to travel with diabetes: A complete guide
Travelling with diabetes is entirely manageable with the right preparation. We share simple tips to help you stay safe, organised, and confident on your trip.
Travelling with cancer? Dr Frankie Jackson-Spence shares her expert advice
The idea of travelling with cancer can spark both excitement and uncertainty. We sat down with Dr Frankie Jackson-Spence...
Hidden challenges: how to travel safely with an invisible illness
Travelling with an invisible illness like ME, chronic fatigue syndrome, or fibromyalgia can be rewarding – but it comes with unique challenges.
Flying with High Blood Pressure
Can I fly with high blood pressure? Read this guide for up-to-date information and top tips for travelling with high-pressure.
Travelling after a stroke
Are you a stroke survivor? Find out more about flying after a stroke and where to find Stroke Travel Insurance that you can trust.
Which medical conditions affect Travel Insurance?
Discover which medical conditions affect travel insurance and how to find Specialist Medical Travel Insurance.
Customer stories
Jacqueline’s story: “AllClear treated us like family”
Find out what happened to Jacqueline and her husband when they both fell ill on their holiday to Lanzarote...
Ray’s story: Travelling the world at 85 with AllClear
Ray, 85, from Essex, has been an AllClear customer for nine years and has never needed to make a claim. Despite having a few medical conditions, that doesn’t hold him back...
Inspirational travel stories: Ian Wardle on life after cancer
Ian Wardle, 67, from Chelmsford, Essex, has been an AllClear customer for three years. After recovering from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a condition that required chemotherapy...
Inspirational Travel stories: Sharon Thompson
When Sharon Thompson was looking for Travel Insurance to cover her needs, she discovered AllClear and never looked back. “I...
Inspirational Travel stories: Sheila Lowrie
Sheila Lowrie has been with AllClear since 2015. In the summer of 2017, She was to discover the true importance...
‘Never give up’: Gayle’s story
Gayle has been an AllClear customer for almost 10 years. She has been grateful for the support and help provided for people like her with pre-existing medical conditions...
Destination Guides
Top cruise destinations for 2026: Your ultimate travel guide
Planning a cruise in 2026? You’re not alone. With so many extraordinary places to explore by sea – from icy fjords to tropical isles.
Top 20 Most Beautiful Cruise Ports in the World
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of your cruise pulling into a new port. After you’ve made a lengthy journey across the ocean, or possibly battled some seasickness, the moment of arrival is often the most thrilling part of being...
The world’s most beautiful airport landings
Experiencing a bird’s-eye view from an airplane is truly incredible, and whether you’re sitting on the right or left side of the plane, there are some destinations that can guarantee you...
Guide for planning a cruise trip
Whether it’s your first time planning a cruise, or you’re a veteran cruiser like Jane McDonald, there can be a...
Where’s hot in February?
Looking to escape the cold February weather? We've complied a list of the ten hottest destinations to head to this month.
The 6 best travel destinations for seniors
Planning a holiday? Discover the 6 best travel destinations for seniors and how to get Travel Insurance for seniors
Travel Inspiration
Safest holiday destinations revealed: where UK travellers are heading next
Planning a trip in 2026? Discover where UK travellers feel safest this year, from long-haul escapes to European favourites – and why safety is now the top priority when booking a holiday.
The world’s most premium train stations
Train stations aren’t just places to pass through. Some offer a truly premium experience, with fine dining, luxury lounges and top-tier shopping. Find out which global hubs made the list.
What kind of traveller are you? Discover your travel style
Are you a careful planner or a spontaneous explorer? Take our quick travel personality quiz to discover your style and find inspiration for your next getaway.
Ready for a new rhythm of travel? 5 Top trending destinations to visit in 2026
The year ahead is shaping up to favour cultural richness, thoughtful planning and comfort without compromise...
The most grandparent-friendly cities to visit in 2026
Travelling in later life doesn’t have to mean slowing down. It simply means choosing destinations that prioritise comfort, safety, accessibility and enjoyment.
7 Peaceful summer destinations, perfect for over 50s
Summer is your time to escape the noise, recharge, and explore the world at your own pace. Ready to get inspired? Here are our top peaceful summer destinations...
Press Releases
Your forecast just got a travel upgrade: AllClear Sponsors Sky News Weather
We all do it – check the forecast before we leave the house, plan our trips around sunny spells, and cross our fingers the rain holds off just long enough for one more beach walk.
The World’s Most Iconic Landmarks
Certain landmarks are so iconic that they consistently feature on travel itineraries, whether you’re a seasoned world traveller or are planning a dream bucket list trip for when you retire.
Where Is The World’s Cosiest City?
The first things that might spring to mind when thinking of a holiday are the sun, sand and the glistening blue sea, but when seasons change from summer to autumn, there’s the opportunity for a completely different kind of escape: a cosy break.
The top 10 countries with the most Travel Insurance claims
With even the most seasoned of travellers at risk of becoming unwell or injuring themselves while abroad, as Medical Travel Insurance experts, we're revealing the locations where travellers are making the most medical emergency claims, as well as which countries see the highest value of claims made.
Travel experts share 34p seasickness hack ahead of the summer holiday season
We've got the best ways to combat travel sickness this summer, from natural remedies to 34p backpack snacks. Searches for ‘motion sickness cures’ start to peak in July each year, with searches for ‘how to cure seasickness’ spiking by 23% in the last three months.
The World’s Most Walkable Cities
From Lisbon's steep staircases to Venice's narrow alleyways, travellers worldwide have an array of exciting cities to choose from for a city break. With excellent public transport networks and closely packed tourist attractions, however, many tourists opt to explore these destinations on foot rather than renting vehicles - meaning getting around can sometimes be a little trickier.
