Thousands of travelers found themselves stuck in the Caribbean this week after the U.S. military operation in Venezuela on Saturday forced widespread flight cancellations.
Many more with upcoming travel plans during peak Caribbean vacation season are no doubt watching the situation anxiously. Should they go? And if they do, how can they protect themselves and their money in case tensions erupt again?
More than a few are betting on travel insurance.
Hopper, a popular travel app, reported a 67 percent jump in insurance purchases since U.S. forces raided Venezuela and captured its president, according to Lindsay Schwimer, a spokeswoman.
Tips for Caribbean Vacations and Travel Insurance After Venezuela Operation
