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Frequent or long-term travelers (including me) travel on a budget<\/a> to save money and make sure that what they have can go a long way. But one thing they always keep in mind: They should always have emergency travel budget set aside for, well, emergencies. <\/p>\n

After all, unless you\u2019re a trust-fund baby, you can never have too much money for the unexpected. But to ensure you don\u2019t miss anything, we share some of the top things you\u2019ll want to make sure you leave room in your budget for.<\/p>\n

Income or Savings Loss<\/span><\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, your money can never be totally safe, particularly if you\u2019re carrying all your cards and cash<\/a> on your person while traveling (it\u2019s best not to do this if you can). Whether you lose your card or simply get locked out of your account, it\u2019s a good idea to have access to an emergency fund that has been safely stored elsewhere.<\/p>\n

(Mine, when I went backpacking in South America<\/a>, was in the form of hundred-dollar bills stuffed in a secret compartment in my belt. It went a long way when my cards were blocked in Bolivia<\/a> and I had to wait until my bank cleared it.)<\/p>\n

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Traveling in Bolivia was a dream\u2026except for that problem with my cards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Similarly, if you\u2019re only taking a short trip, you may be partly relying on your monthly salary to fund your travel. If something should happen and you don\u2019t get your salary, you\u2019ll need to have access to emergency funds to cover the essentials.<\/p>\n

While it\u2019s unlikely to happen, you should also be cautious of certain scam tactics that can be used to target foreigners abroad. Particularly if you\u2019re staying for an extended period of time \u2014 which might be considered temporary immigration, depending on the destination \u2014 you may become more vulnerable to bank scams. Check these Remitly tips<\/a> to learn how to keep yourself safe if you\u2019re staying longer than just a short holiday.<\/p>\n

Medical Expenses<\/span><\/h2>\n

It might not be something you want to plan for, but it\u2019s something you should. Having access to funds should you need to cover any emergency medical costs will give you peace of mind during your trip.<\/p>\n

Medical costs can really mount up, so you\u2019ll want to make sure you have travel insurance before heading off on your trip. (I can\u2019t stress this enough: Get travel insurance!) You may still need to pay an excess (that\u2019s what your emergency budget is for), but knowing that any unexpected costs are at least partially covered by your insurance provider can be a huge help. Make sure you understand the terms of your insurance<\/a> before you purchase it.<\/p>\n

(When I was in Israel, something got into my eye so badly that I had to seek medical attention. For a 15-minute consultation, I was charged $250, and that was before the medication. I immediately submitted my claim to my insurance company and waited several months for their reply, only to be told that I have a $250 co-pay, so I shouldn\u2019t expect my doctor visit to be refunded.)<\/p>\n

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When your flight is cancelled, what will you do?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Accommodation or Transport Cancellations<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sometimes, plan cancellations simply open us up to more spontaneity on our travels, but it can be a nuisance even so. Particularly if it happens at the last minute, losing your accommodation or transport booking can be seriously problematic. You always need a warm, safe place to stay, after all.<\/p>\n

Having an emergency fund means that you can book yourself somewhere to stay or a new way to get from A to B at the last minute, even if that means choosing a more expensive option. Make sure you have enough money in your travel budget to cover yourself should this happen more than once. It\u2019s not uncommon to face rental accommodation and flight cancellations, and even if you\u2019re entitled to your money back, it can take some time for the refund to be processed.<\/p>\n

Your emergency budget isn\u2019t the most exciting part of travel planning, but it\u2019s a necessary step that\u2019ll ensure a stress-free trip. Once you have all bases covered, you can enjoy planning all the fun, must-have bucket list experiences.<\/p>\n

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Aleah Taboclaon is a location independent writer, editor, and the travel blogger behind Solitary Wanderer<\/a>. She’s partial to slow travel, and prefers extreme adventures like hiking and caving over sightseeing. She likes running (completed one marathon, training for the next!), diving (PADI open water diver), and traveling with her Kindle. Follow her on Instagram<\/a> and Pinterest<\/a>!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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