It’s that time of the year when people go on week-long holidays.

Maybe it’s time to fly to Japan, Thailand, or even Taiwan.

But travel season comes with its own set of risks.

While these destinations sound like the perfect getaway, they’ve also been among the places hit by deadly natural disasters this year.

So what happens if a natural disaster strikes while you’re on holiday? Does your travel insurance cover it?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sarah Koh, Journalist, The Straits Times to discuss what travel insurance actually covers, what to look out for in policies, and why it’s more important than ever to prepare for the unexpected when you travel.

It&rsquo;s that time of the year when people go on week-long holidays.
Maybe it&rsquo;s time to fly to Japan, Thailand, or even Taiwan.
But travel season comes with its own set of risks.
While these destinations sound like the perfect getaway, they&rsquo;ve also been among the places hit by deadly natural disasters this year.
So what happens if a natural disaster strikes while you&rsquo;re on holiday? Does your travel insurance cover it?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sarah Koh, Journalist, The Straits Times to discuss what travel insurance actually covers, what to look out for in policies, and why it&rsquo;s more important than ever to prepare for the unexpected when you travel.

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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.