The University of South Florida has selected ISI as a pre-approved insurance option for international students. Learn more and apply online to meet your school’s requirements. Since it was founded in 1956, the University of South Florida has grown and become one of the largest public universities in the US with well over 45,000 students enrolled. Today, […]
Health & Safety Abroad Category
Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.
Student Health Insurance for University of South Florida
February 11th, 2012 by ahoontrakulFind a Doctor in the US
January 26th, 2012 by ahoontrakulIt’s the New Year’s and you have discovered that you can purchase our more affordable insurance plan instead of your university’s plan. As an international student, you may wonder to yourself, “how do I find a doctor in the US?” or “can I visit any doctor I want to?” Whether you have purchased our Student […]
Insurance for Study Abroad in Korea
January 21st, 2012 by ahoontrakulSouth Korea has become well known around the world for its cars, consumer electronics and even their pop culture. For this reason it’s not hard to imagine why it is one of the top study abroad destinations in the East Asia region, 3rd after China and Japan. In the year 2009/2010 there was over 2,000 […]
Traveling with Medication
January 7th, 2012 by ahoontrakulAs you prepare for your trip and pack your suitcase, you often think about the weather and what you plan to wear. If the weather is cold, you will need to bring a sweater or jacket. Or, if you are traveling to a warm place, you may need your swimming suit. You may also think […]
Winter Break Trip Insurance
December 17th, 2011 by ahoontrakulIt’s winter and the school semester is almost over! During this winter break if you are not returning home, why not take a trip abroad and experience the season in another country? Whether you are going to the famous Christmas Market in Germany, going skiing in the Swiss Alps or flying to the other side […]
Current Travel Warnings
December 6th, 2011 by Jennifer FrankelAs we head into the holiday season, many of us decide to travel overseas. As you decide where to go, the US Department of State lists the current travel warnings that are relevant to international travelers. As a student or family going abroad, it is important to stay up to date with current events to […]
Avoiding Travel Stress during the Winter Holiday Season
December 3rd, 2011 by ahoontrakulIt’s already December and many students will have the winner holiday break coming up soon. If you are planning on traveling this season keep in mind that you are not alone, whether you are celebrating the holidays or New Year. Couple this with possible inclement weather such as snow storms and you can imagine that […]
International Student Health Insurance in Taiwan
September 23rd, 2011 by ahoontrakulAccording to the CIA World Fact Book, Taiwan has an estimated GDP real growth rate of 10.8% placing it at number 4 compared to the rest of the world (2010). Taiwan has one of the most dynamic economies in the world but is often an overlooked destination for student studying abroad. However, this country is […]
Pregnancy Insurance for International Students
August 10th, 2011 by ahoontrakulNot all international student health insurance plans are the same, so it is important to know the benefits and exclusions of each insurance policy before you make your final decision on which plan is best suited for you.
