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Dubai Floods – April 2024

On Tuesday 16 April 2024, heavy rainfall fell over the United Arab Emirates and Dubai, causing major flooding and widespread damage. Dubai International Airport...

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Taiwan Earthquake and Tsunami warning– April 2024

On Wednesday 3 April 2024, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Taiwan. There are reports of damage to buildings and infrastructure. Aftershocks...

Contributor

As a traveller, how can I work with World Nomads?

We have a very passionate community of travellers connected to World Nomads. They are the lifeblood of our business, a constant point of focus to create more op...

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North Queensland Floods - December 2023

In the wake of Cyclone Jasper, record rainfall in North Queensland has caused severe flooding in the region. Emergency alerts were issued by the Queensland Gove...

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Travel Alert: Japan Earthquake and Tsunami – January 2024

On January 1, 2024, Japan was struck by an earthquake affecting the Ishikawa Prefecture and the surrounding area. The earthquake also generated a tsunami which ...

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Travel Alert: Hawaii 09 August 2023

Government agencies and news outlets continue to report on the devastating wildfires affecting Hawaii and Maui islands, with evacuations taking place....

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Moroccan Earthquake - September 2023

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Help Center - I need help logging in. How can you help?

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Travel Alert: Israel & Palestinian Territories - October 2023

Partner

As a business, how do I partner with World Nomads?

We work with travel companies across the globe that share similar ideals, passions and goals for supporting travelers to explore their boundaries.

Photography

Who is eligible to apply for the Photography Scholarship?

The Travel Scholarship program is open to non-professionals with a keen interest in travel photography, film & writing.To apply you need to be 18 years...

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I have more questions about the World Nomads Scholarship programs

If we haven’t already answered your questions, please email our Scholarships team at scholarships@worldnomads.com and they will get back to you as soon as...

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I need to update my application. Can I change or edit once I've applied?

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I need to update my application. Can I change or edit once I've applied?

No, you may only apply once per person, per scholarship. For more information, check out our Travel Scholarships homepage and sign up to our Scholarships...

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What you need to know about the Scholarship deadlines

The World Nomads Scholarships team is based in Sydney, Australia. However, our scholarship deadlines are based on New York time (EST/EDT). We understand ...

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How are the winners of the Travel Scholarship programs chosen?

The winners of the Travel Scholarships are chosen by a panel of seasoned judges from World Nomads and participating program partners. For more information, che...

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Scholarships: Do I need a passport to enter a scholarship?

Yes, you will need to have a valid passport with 8 months of validity left on it by the date that we announce the scholarship winner. We'll assist the wi...

Responsible Travel

Help Center - What are the language guide apps?

We all know how hard it can be to get even the basics right when travelling, so we created the World Nomads iPhone language guide apps to help you!

Footprints

Why did World Nomads start the Footprints program?

Because it's a good idea! We believe there is a moral obligation to give a little back to the communities in which we travel. The Footprints Network was founded...

Footprints

Help Center - Who manages the Footprints organisation?

Although World Nomads founded The Footprints Network back in 2005, these days it is an independent Incorporated Association, run by a committee. It is a secular...

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How do I know my money will be used for what it was given?

The Footprints Network works with a range of registered non-profits and charity partners to identify projects, and then fund these projects through online micro...

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Help Center - How can I donate to a Footprints project?

When you purchase a policy with us, we will add on a tiny Footprints micro-donation to your policy cost. You can change your project choice, increase the donati...

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Help Center - How can World Nomads help fund my project?

Unfortunately, we are not accepting new proposals for projects or any new charity partnerships at the moment, as we have already committed to funding projects f...

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Help Center - Why should I join World Nomads?

There are a number of reasons to sign up as a member of World Nomads.

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Don't worry! If you've lost of forgotten your password, it's easy to reset your password to access your World Nomads membership.

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Help Center - I want to delete my membership

We can't delete your membership if you've already bought a travel insurance policy, as it's part of the insurance contract. If you've got a Journal and haven't ...

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Dubai Floods – April 2024

Taiwan Earthquake and Tsunami warning– April 2024

As a traveller, how can I work with World Nomads?

North Queensland Floods - December 2023

Travel Alert: Japan Earthquake and Tsunami – January 2024

Travel Alert: Hawaii 09 August 2023

Moroccan Earthquake - September 2023

Cyclone Mal - 15 November 2023

Travel Alert: Iceland -16 November 2023

How do you separate your trips in your travel journal?

Help Center - I need help logging in. How can you help?

Travel Alert: Israel & Palestinian Territories - October 2023

As a business, how do I partner with World Nomads?

Who is eligible to apply for the Photography Scholarship?

I have more questions about the World Nomads Scholarship programs

I need to update my application. Can I change or edit once I've applied?

I need to update my application. Can I change or edit once I've applied?

What you need to know about the Scholarship deadlines

How are the winners of the Travel Scholarship programs chosen?

Scholarships: Do I need a passport to enter a scholarship?

Help Center - What are the language guide apps?

Why did World Nomads start the Footprints program?

Help Center - Who manages the Footprints organisation?

How do I know my money will be used for what it was given?

Help Center - How can I donate to a Footprints project?

Help Center - How can World Nomads help fund my project?

Help Center - Why should I join World Nomads?

Help Center - I want to subscribe to your newsletter

Help Center - I have lost my password. What do I do?

Help Center - I want to delete my membership

Am I covered if I’m planning to travel and work long-term at multiple destinations?

Travel Alert: Cyclone Gabrielle- 9 February 2023

What number should I call?

Travel Alert: New Zealand 27 January 2023

Travel Alert: Peru 20 December 2022

What does trip interruption cover?

Coronavirus FAQs: Your Travel Insurance Questions Answered

Am I covered if my pre-booked activity, tour, study trip or accommodation is cancelled?

Do I need extra country cover if I am only making a stop-over, but not leaving the airport?

Having trouble submitting a claim?

Does my travel insurance cover medical costs upfront or do I have to pay and claim later?

Can I make a claim whilst I'm away?

I don't have receipts for my personal items. Can I still make a travel insurance claim?

How do I create digital documents?

How to make a claim

Travel Insurance scenario: I need a hospital or doctor

What happens if I don't have some of the documents you ask for?

If you're not satisfied with our service

What is the travel insurance policy excess/deductible?

What can I claim for?

Can I get a quote?

Travel Insurance: What is my country of residence?

Sending documentation to support your claim

Travel Alert: Coronavirus May 18 2022

Am I covered if I haven’t left home and need to cancel my trip due to a confirmed COVID case?

Am I covered for any quarantine or COVID vaccine costs while traveling?

Ukraine Russia conflict

What is the difference between primary and secondary coverage?

Sales paused for New Zealand Residents

Travel Alert: Coronavirus February 3 2022

How do travel advisories impact my travel insurance?

Travel Alert: Coronavirus July 2021

Travel Alert: Coronavirus June 2021

Travel Insurance with COVID-19 cover

How to Amend, Extend or Cancel your Policy

What is Ask a Nomad?

Am I covered if my tour operator/airline goes bankrupt or becomes insolvent?

Does travel insurance cover civil unrest?

What does trip delay cover?

Travel Alert : Coronavirus March 19 2020

Travel Alert : Coronavirus January 2020

Travel Alert: Coronavirus March 2020

Can I buy a travel insurance policy if I'm already overseas?

Taal Volcano in Philippines - eruption

Cyclone Sarai - Fiji December 2019

Jetstar Industrial Action

What is a World Nomads journal?

What is footprints?

How do I use it while I am traveling?