Insurance
Home›Insurance›Travel Insurance›IMG sees 15% jump in autumn 2026 trip policy purchases…
IMG sees 15% jump in autumn 2026 trip policy purchases driven by retirees
IMG data covering more than 40,000 itineraries shows nearly half of autumn buyers are age 65 or older, a cohort that often needs dedicated emergency evacuation coverage outside the US.
International Medical Group (IMG) says it is seeing a 15% increase in members buying travel medical policies for autumn 2026 trips versus the same period last year, along with a nearly 6% rise in the average insured trip cost, based on IMG internal booking data. The analysis covers more than 40,000 member itineraries for trips scheduled between September and November 2026. Mexico remained the top destination for IMG policyholders for a fourth straight year, followed by Italy, Canada, the Bahamas and the United Kingdom, with the Bahamas moving ahead of Spain in the rankings.
IMG chief travel head Grant Hayes said travelers are taking more trips and spending more on travel experiences, while continuing to prioritize destinations that combine cultural activities with relaxation. The company also said the growth segment is heavily older, with nearly half of travelers in its autumn analysis age 65 or older and 15% age 75 or older.
IMG linked that buying profile to a key coverage gap for seniors traveling abroad, noting that Medicare generally does not cover medical expenses outside the US and that no Medicare plan covers emergency medical evacuation. IMG said its GlobeHopper Senior product is designed for Medicare-enrolled travelers overseas, operating as secondary coverage to Medicare plus Medigap or Medicare Advantage, with benefit limits ranging from $50,000 to $1 million depending on the plan, and offering single-trip or multi-trip annual coverage with trips up to 30 days each.