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An Australian woman’s rental car was damaged by a buffalo, costing nearly $5,000 in fees covered by travel insurance.
A 76-year-old Australian woman in the Northern Territory was involved in a costly incident when a buffalo charged her rental car, causing major damage and triggering nearly $5,000 in excess fees—covered by her travel insurance.
The event highlights growing concerns that only 41% of Australians buy insurance for domestic trips, despite average domestic claims reaching $2,376—nearly $500 more than international ones.
Data shows rising costs from rental damage, trip cancellations, and medical care on cruise ships, where Medicare does not apply.
Experts stress that while Medicare covers medical costs, it does not cover non-medical risks like vehicle damage or trip disruptions, making travel insurance essential even for local travel.
El coche de alquiler de una mujer australiana fue dañado por un búfalo, costando casi 5.000 dólares en honorarios cubiertos por un seguro de viaje.