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Transferwise - The digital bank for travelers

A traveler’s nightmare is having your credit card blocked because of a “suspicious international transaction” — but it was really you!

TransferWise is an absolute must for anyone traveling abroad. Not only is opening an account quick and simple, it’s also completely free with no strings attached and every foreign currency purchase is charged at the “real” (mid-market) exchange rate with no hidden or foreign transaction fees (which most regular credit cards charge). It works the same whether you’re making a digital transfer over their mobile app (like to pay for your Justifi trip!) or simply using the card at an ATM machine across the world to get cash.

And in case you’re wondering, TransferWise makes its money by charging a very small transaction fee which can be significantly less than the normal fees charged by traditional banks and credit cards. We’re such big believers in TransferWise that Justifi does its banking there (and so do our staff)! We estimate that we’ve saved many thousands of dollars working with TransferWise. They’re also safe, and trusted by over 3 million people around the world. You can find out more info and sign up here.

Global travel insurance including a “CFAR” policy

Accidents happen. People get sick. Plans change. Especially with the uncertainly of today’s world nothing will instill confidence in your choice to embark on a global adventure like a reliable insurance policy that has broad coverage. In fact, Justifi requires all of our travelers to have emergency travel insurance because even with the best precautions, sometimes the unexpected happens.

What’s a CFAR? It’s a special Cancel For Any Reason addendum (you’ll need to specifically inquire with your insurance company about it) that will cover your losses in the event that you need to change your plans, with no questions asked.

But CFAR is just one element of a good policy. Experienced travelers know that financial coverage and assistance for hospital emergency room visits, lost or delayed baggage, emergency repatriation to get back home, or even a misplaced passport can be critical in a time of need.

There are many available options but Justifi recommends the Tour Protection Plan from USI Insurance. After being in the business for over 75 years they are one of the world’s largest insurers and special in insurance policies for short-term global travel.