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Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan Benefits
The Explorer Select Plan is designed for individuals and families seeking higher coverage limits, cruise-ready benefits, and Schengen Visa eligibility for international travel.
Trip Cancellation
Covers up to 100% of your insured trip cost if you must cancel, and up to 150% if your trip is interrupted for a covered reason.
Missed Connection
Offers up to $1,500 in maximum benefits for covered delays that cause you to miss a flight or cruise departure.
Emergency Medical Benefit
Includes up to $250,000 for accident or sickness medical treatment during your trip, ensuring you receive necessary care for unexpected health issues.
Emergency Medical Evacuation
This coverage offers up to $500,000 for medically required emergency transportation to the nearest appropriate medical facility.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Provides up to $50,000 in coverage for accidental death or serious injury resulting from a covered incident that occurs during your trip.
Baggage Coverage
Helps protect your belongings with up to $300 for baggage delays and up to $1,500 for items that are lost, stolen, or damaged.
How the Explorer Select Plan Protects Your Cruise and International Trips
Cruises and overseas travel can be exciting, but they also come with uncertainties. From missed connections to medical needs abroad, the AXA Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan includes benefits designed to support both cruise and international travel.
Key optional benefits include:
- Trip cancellation and interruption coverage for prepaid travel costs
- Missed connection coverage to help keep your cruise or flights on track
- Emergency evacuation coverage for urgent medical or non-medical situations
- Baggage protection and delay benefits for lost or delayed belongings
- 24/7 worldwide assistance with multilingual support available
These features are designed to help travelers manage common disruptions while abroad. For cruise travel, the plan includes benefits that may help cover costs if a departure is missed or medical care is needed at sea. For international trips, Schengen Visa eligibility and global assistance services help support your travel needs.
The Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan is built to support the realities of global travel. Whether you’re crossing oceans or borders, it offers coverage and assistance features to help you stay prepared.
Why Choose AXA Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan
Travelers choosing the Explorer Select Travel Protection Planmay find it well-suited for cruise vacations and journeys across multiple countries. The plan includes benefits that address risks commonly associated with cruise travel, such as missed port connections, delayed departures, or medical emergencies at sea. It also provides up to $500,000 in coverage for emergency evacuation to the nearest adequate medical facility when medically required.
For international travelers, the Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan meets Schengen Visa insurance requirements and supports travel to Europe for work, study, or leisure. Travelers also have 24/7 access to AXA's Travel Assistance for support with medical coordination, referrals, and logistics during covered events.
By offering benefits that support both cruise and international travel, the Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan is designed to help travelers prepare for unexpected situations while abroad.
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What Does AXA Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan Cover?
All benefits are per person, per covered trip, and subject to policy terms and conditions.
| EXPLORER SELECT TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN | |
| Trip Cancellation | 100% of Insured Trip Cost |
| Trip Interruption | 100% of Insured Trip Cost |
| Trip Delay | $1500 |
| Accident and Sickness Medical Expenses | $250,000 |
| Change Fee | $100 |
| Frequent Traveler Reward | $100 |
| Common Carrier Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Air Only) | $50,000 |
| Missed Connection | $1,500 |
| Emergency Evacuation | $1,000,000 |
| Security and Natural Disaster Evacuation | $100,000 |
| Accidental Death and Dismemberment | $50,000 |
| Ancillary Evacuation | $500 |
| Baggage Delay | $300 |
| Baggage and Personal Effects | $1,500 / $500 per article limit |
| Lost Golf Rounds | $500 |
| Rental Car Damage (Optional) | $35,000 |
| Cancel for Any Reason (Optional) | 75% of Trip Cost |
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Does the Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan cover pre-existing medical conditions?
Yes. The Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan may provide coverage for pre-existing medical conditions if certain requirements are met. The plan must be purchased within 14 days of your initial trip deposit, and you must be medically able to travel at the time of purchase.
If these conditions are satisfied, ongoing conditions such as diabetes, asthma, or heart conditions may be covered if they result in a covered medical need or travel disruption during your trip.
This benefit is designed to support travelers with existing medical conditions who want coverage for unexpected medical expenses while traveling.
Does the Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan meet Schengen Visa requirements?
Yes. The Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan meets Schengen Visa insurance requirements, including minimum medical and emergency evacuation coverage for entry into the 29 Schengen countries. Travelers receive a certificate of coverage that may be used as proof when applying for a visa. This makes the plan suitable for travel to Europe for leisure, business, or study, with coverage aligned to consular expectations.
Is the Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan suitable for family travel?
Yes. The Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan includes benefits that may be helpful for families traveling together. Individual coverage can be purchased for multiple family members under the same plan, making it easier to manage protection for the entire group.
Families may benefit from trip interruption coverage of up to 150% of the insured trip cost, which may help reimburse rebooking expenses, unused prepaid travel, or additional accommodations if plans are unexpectedly cut short.
In addition, baggage coverage of up to $1,500 may help protect items such as strollers, electronics, clothing, or baby gear, while baggage delay coverage of up to $300 may help with essential purchases until bags arrive.
What assistance services are included?
The Explorer Select Plan includes 24/7 worldwide travel assistance provided by AXA’s multilingual support team. Assistance services may include help with replacing a lost or stolen passport, locating medical facilities, arranging hospital visits, or coordinating emergency medical evacuations.
In certain situations, such as natural disasters or security-related events, the assistance provider may also help coordinate non-medical emergency transportation. These services are designed to support travelers during unexpected situations while abroad.
How can I purchase the Explorer Select Plan?
Purchasing the Explorer Select Plan is quick and straightforward. You can choose the option that works right for you:
- Enter your trip details in the online travel form to receive an instant quote and select the Explorer Select Plan
- Call 855-327-1441 (Mon–Sat, 8 AM–7 PM CST) to speak with a licensed AXA representative
- Email axatravelinsurance@axa-assistance.us if you’d like additional information before purchasing
After selecting the plan and any optional add-ons, review the policy terms, complete your payment, and receive your confirmation email with policy documents. Keep these documents accessible during your trip for reference or claims support.
How does baggage protection work under the Explorer Select Travel Protection Plan?
The Explorer Select Plan includes up to $1,500 in coverage for baggage and personal effects, along with up to $300 for baggage delays. If your luggage is delayed, this benefit may help reimburse the cost of essential items such as toiletries or clothing. If baggage is lost, stolen, or damaged, covered items may be reimbursed up to the policy limits.
These benefits are designed to help travelers manage common baggage-related disruptions while traveling.
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