Are you dependent on a gadget that you can’t live without? In this day and age, many of us are. And this dependency doesn’t change just because you’re on vacation. In fact, these pieces of technology become even more crucial when we’re abroad. Whether it’s your mobile phone that helps you with translation or the camera that captures your trip, there’s always something valuable that you want to protect while on holiday.
That’s where DHPL Travels insurance with gadget cover comes in. This specialized type of insurance from DHPL Travels provides extra protection for your most valuable items. And the best part is, you can add this additional cover to any of our policies, including worldwide travel insurance.
What’s Covered in Our Gadget Cover Travel Insurance?
So, what does DHPL Travels gadget insurance cover? By adding extra valuables cover to your policy, we can protect all the items listed below, with a total cover limit of £2,000 and a limit of up to £1,000 per single item.
- Photographic, audio, video, and electrical equipment (including CDs, DVDs, tapes, and electronic games)
- MP3 players
- Games consoles
- Personal organizers
- eReaders (including eBooks and Kindles)
- Computer equipment
- Laptops
- Tablet PCs (including iPads)
- Netbook computers
- Binoculars
- Antiques
- E-cigarettes and associated vapor liquids
- Jewelry
- Watches
- Furs
- Leather goods
- Animal skins
- Silks
- Precious stones and items made of or containing gold, silver, or other precious metals
- Hearing aids
- Sports and leisure equipment (e.g., bicycles)
- Musical instruments
- Mobile phones and accessories
Gadget cover is an excellent addition to our activity travel insurance, allowing you to cover your sports and leisure equipment up to a higher limit. If you have our winter sports travel insurance, you can also increase the cover for your winter sports equipment with gadget insurance.
Travel Insurance for Laptops
If you’re traveling with a laptop, our travel insurance for gadgets will protect you from loss, theft, or damage while on your trip.
Camera Travel Insurance
Our gadget travel insurance also offers coverage for cameras, which is fantastic news for those who love to take plenty of holiday snaps.
Phone Travel Insurance
Phones are incredibly convenient to have with you on holiday. They work as everything from sat navs to translators, and they allow us to stay in touch with our loved ones at home. Ensure your phone is covered with travel insurance, including gadget cover.
Events Covered by Our Gadget Travel Insurance
Our gadget travel insurance covers your items for loss, theft, or damage while on holiday. However, there are terms and conditions that apply. Please refer to the policy wording booklet for your chosen level of cover for more details.
Gadget Travel Insurance Exclusions
While we are happy to provide cover for your valuables and gadgets, there are some exclusions to our gadget travel insurance. For example, we won’t cover downloaded content such as music, books, or games, prepaid minutes you haven’t used on your mobile phone, or mobile phone rental charges. Additionally, fragile items such as china or glass are also excluded. For a full list of exclusions, please refer to the policy wording booklet for your chosen level of cover.
Helpful Tips to Keep Your Gadgets and Valuables Safe
While our gadget travel insurance protects you in case of loss, theft, or damage, it’s always better to avoid these situations altogether. Here are some simple steps you can follow to keep your gadgets and valuables safe:
- Always keep your items on you or store them in a safe in your accommodation. By keeping your items secure or on your person, you significantly reduce the chances of them being stolen or damaged.
- Invest in protection for your items. A sturdy cover and screen protector can go a long way in preventing accidental damage while on holiday.
- Backup your data. Before you leave for your trip, make sure to create a digital backup of all your information.
- Turn off data roaming on your phone. Avoid unexpected costs by switching off your mobile data abroad unless it’s included in your plan.
- Remember your chargers. Double-check that you’ve packed all your chargers in your hand luggage before heading to the airport.
- Be cyber safe. Cybersecurity is just as important as physical security while on holiday. Check out our cyber security tips for travelers.
Don’t forget to read our top 10 travel hacks and our 6 essential travel hacks for a comfortable and enjoyable flight.
Gadget Cover FAQs
“WHAT OUR EXPERTS SAY“
Nick Heady says, “Don’t underestimate how important your gadgets can be when you travel. We rely on mobile phones for so many things. While it may be nice to enjoy some time away from your screen while on holiday, it’s still a vital piece of equipment. You may not realize how important it is until you can’t use it.”
So, wherever your travels take you, make sure your most important items are appropriately covered with gadget travel insurance from DHPL Travels. Don’t forget to arrange it as soon as you book your trip. Stay protected and enjoy your journey worry-free.