Gap year is a type of Travel Insurance that covers travellers to be away for extended trips of around 12 months or more. Gap year insurance will cover the traveller to and from many different countries in one trip.
AAMI offers travel insurance to customers and their families. Travel insurance includes general travel insurance, hospital and medical, baggage, and more.
Most insurance companies will offer travel insurance of some type. The amount one wants, will depend on the type of coverage needed and when the he travel is going to happen.
Most travel insurance is unavailable through airlines. Although if you use a travel agent they can get you in touch with companies that do offer this type of insurance.
AAA does not seem to offer this type of insurance. I found several places where they offered travel insurance but nothing about backpacker insurance which I assume would be different.
AA (American Airlines) travel insurance usually offers insurance for flight cancellations, though the insurance can also cover, or include, international health insurance.
Most insurance companies offer international travel health insurance. One can also find online sites where one can get a quote or purchase international travel health insurance. Some sites where one can find this type of insurance are eHealthInsurance, and the "medixassist" websites. There are dedicated Travel insurance companies such as Travel Guard that usually offer much better coverage and premiums so its wise to use a dedicated Travel Insurer for anything you do insurance wise, take a look at what a good insurance company offers http://vacationsecure.com
Meloche Monnex is a Canadian insurance company. They offer many types of insurance including car insurance, homeowners insurance, and travel insurance.
There are 20 major travel insurance companies. Travel insurance will run about $150-$350, depending on the company you select and the type of coverage you wish. I recommend calling your regular insurance agent and getting their recommendations.
Purchasing traveler's insurance is a good idea, no matter what type of trip you are taking. Backpackers can purchase travel insurance easily through most travel agents. Many Canadian banks also offer a full range of insurance including travel insurance.
This is question to discuss with your travel agent. They would offer this type of insurance and be able to advise you if this is something that you need to obtain.
You can get international travel insurance for only the period of time you will be out of the country. Depending on the amount of days/months you will travel, it may be very affordable to add this type of insurance. A comprehensive travel insurance policy will provide for medical expenses while you travel, and will also offer protection for trip cancellation in certain conditions, as well as lost luggage reimbursement.
"Morethan insurance does offer motorcycle insurance. You must first apply and get approved for this type of insurance depending on your age, driving history and type of motorcycle. You should also ensure you shop around."