Nomad Insurance: Why You Need It

Flexibility is key when you’re a digital nomad, and, it can make things a lot of fun. One-way tickets, palm-lined beaches, laptop-friendly cafes, snacks on snacks on snacks… There are many highlights to life on the road, and monthly travel insurance can help keep you covered in case disaster strikes. 

But did you know that some insurance plans don’t cover travels on a one-way ticket?

I know, right? That sucks. And there’s no doubt that this can really dim down the dopamine hits of organising a spontaneous, spur-of-the-moment trip. 

But hey, I’ve got some good news to share. If you want to keep things flexible, you can forget standard insurance plans and switch to SafetyWing’s Nomad Insurance. 

Whether your next destination is on a breezy beach, up in the misty mountain tops, or somewhere off the beaten path, you’ll have peace of mind knowing you’re covered, no matter what step you decide to take next. 

Booking a one-way ticket to top travel destinations like Barcelona, Krakow and Amalfi Coast can ignite the travel bug within.

And the flexibility of being able to jet-set off wherever you please just makes it that much better. 

For the past six years, I’ve been living in Barcelona, Spain.

And while the fiesta-filled nights out, teeming tapas scene and summertime siestas live up to all the hype, I’ve missed my hometown, Melbourne. 

So this summer, I booked a one-way ticket to Australia. It’s the first time I’ve been back at home in more than four years. 

When I booked my ticket, I wasn’t quite sure how long I’d need (or how long it would be until I’d be itching to take off again). I wanted to stay open to any opportunities that might pop up along the way, and a standard travel insurance plan couldn’t cover that. 

The last thing I wanted was to miss out on epic road trips, sunrise hikes or awe-worthy animal encounters. 

When I was scavenging the web for travel insurance plans, I was kind of taken aback by what I found. Most of the offers available didn’t cover trips booked on a one-way ticket. That was until I found SafetyWing. 

SafetyWing takes digital nomad insurance to the next level. Nomad Insurance ultimately highlights the freedom and flexibility of the lifestyle, empowering travellers to experience life around the globe, and, without any strings attached. 

The best part is, it’s been built by nomads, for nomads. So you’re covered even if you don’t have a return flight. Boo yeah! 

With SafetyWing, you can pay monthly and travel indefinitely. So if your plans change, you can focus on the fun instead of fumbling over the details. Plus, you can discover destinations around the world without needing to specify the next stop. 

*The only extra cost is when you travel to the United States. 

I’ve been in Australia now for nearly eight months. The original plan was to come for only three.

So when my plans changed back in late March, I couldn’t have been more grateful for this flexible travel insurance. 

It’s safe to say that sh*t truly hit the fan a few months ago. And I honestly was so relieved that I didn’t have to head back to Barcelona straight away.

Having this freedom to extend my trip just made things that much easier. 

I’ve been able to spend a lot more time with family and friends than I expected, and that’s the biggest blessing of all.

Plus, in addition to the various Victorian day trips, I’ve travelled to hot spots like Tasmania and Byron Bay too.

If you want to keep up with all of my adventures and antics, don’t forget to follow along on my YouTube channel. 

Before I make my next move, I’m getting stuck in the planning phase. I’m looking at sunny destinations like Spain, Mexico, Hawaii and Indonesia. I’d love to live in a location where there’s a mix of beaches, mountains, surf and sun. Oh yeah, and lots of tasty food too. 

As much as I’ve loved living in Barcelona, I’ve been feeling the need to move on. And, for quite some time now. I know I’ll be back there in August or a solid couple of months, and I couldn’t be more grateful. But, that being said, it’s the idea of moving to another country that really has me shaking in my boots. 

I’m not sure which place I want to live in, and for how long. That’s why I’m grateful to have the flexibility of SafetyWing’s Nomad Insurance. 

So whether I want to be eating tacos in Mexico City, learning flamenco in Andalusia or beach-hopping in Bali, I can have peace of mind knowing I’ll be insured. 

SafetyWing’s digital nomad insurance includes continuous coverage for over 180 countries around the world. So whether you’re on a six-month stint or a mission to tick off the top travel destinations, you’ll be covered during your journey abroad. You can also add extra coverage for adventure sports and electronics theft. 

Flexible Travel Insurance: So you can focus on the fun

If you’re a digital nomad, this monthly travel insurance could be the ultimate game changer. Find out more about what’s included in SafetyWing’s Nomad Insurance here. 

Where would you go on a one-way ticket?