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Ian Jackson

Ian Jackson is the Founder and Director of Boomers Travel Insurance, a 100% Australian-owned travel insurance business created specifically for mature-age Australian travellers. Since launching Boomers Travel Insurance in 2015, Ian has helped thousands of Australian boomers, retirees, and over-60s travellers find travel insurance for domestic trips, overseas holidays, cruises, and extended travel. As the owner of the business, Ian brings practical experience in the questions senior travellers commonly ask about travel insurance, including cover levels, cruise travel, pre-existing medical conditions, claims, emergency assistance, and what to consider before choosing a policy. Through the Boomers Travel Insurance Travel Hub, Ian shares clear, practical information to help mature travellers better understand their options, review the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination, and travel with greater confidence.

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Banks are cutting credit card travel insurance. What does it mean for those over 60?

The big four banks are cutting free travel insurance for credit cards. What it means for travellers over 60, and…
Bucket List Destinations for Seniors

Bucket-List Destinations: What Seniors Should Check in Their Travel Insurance

For many Australians, retirement finally opens the door to the trips that got pushed aside for decades— watching the cherry…

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Why Australian Seniors Should Never Take a European River Cruise Without Travel Insurance

A European river cruise is one of travel’s great rewards — months of planning, a lifetime of memories. But without…

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Boomers Travel Insurance includes cruise medical cover – no extra cost

Australians’ passion for cruising continues to grow. New data released by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) reveals that a record…

Travel Insurance for Australian Domestic Holidays

Do You Need Travel Insurance for Australian Domestic Holidays?

When planning a holiday within Australia, travel insurance may be the last thing on your mind. After all, you’re staying…

Travel Insurance For Fiji

Why Travel Insurance is Essential for Australians Heading to Fiji and the Pacific Islands

Planning a tropical escape to Fiji, Vanuatu, Samoa or the Cook Islands? The Pacific Islands are among the most breathtaking…

Travel Insurance for Japan

Travel Insurance for Japan – Tips for Over 60s

Dreaming of cherry blossoms, bullet trains, and unforgettable cuisine? Japan is one of the most popular destinations for Australian travellers…

Seniors on UK - Ireland Tours with Travel Insurance

Why Travel Insurance Matters for Seniors on UK & Ireland Tours

UK and Ireland tours are a popular choice among Australian seniors. There are historic cities, castles, gardens, and relaxed coach…

A Guide to Seniors Travel Insurance

A Guide to Seniors Travel Insurance: What You Need to Know

In the post COVID world, Australian seniors are again embracing travelling domestically and internationally like no seniors’ generations before. Reasons…

People looking to make a seniors travel insurance claim

How to prepare to make a seniors travel insurance claim

In this article we discuss how to prepare to make a seniors travel insurance claim. Before your departure The first…

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