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  • Value for Money
    3.8 (132)
  • Transparency
    3.6 (101)
  • Customer Service
    3.6 (115)


Dream Chasers

Dream ChasersSydney, NSW

Poor customer service and lack of follow up

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Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationAustralia
Claim MadeYes
Type of ClaimTravel Delays/Cancellations
Claim Resolution Time1-2 months
Claim DateJanuary 2020
Claim ApprovedNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Doesn’t cover cancelled flights

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My partner and I missed our international flight home because a connecting domestic flight was cancelled due to a mechanical breakdown. We took a taxi for 12 hours on Indian roads but still missed the flight so we booked the next available flight with the same airline and and assumed we would be covered considering we paid for the most expensive ‘Comprehensive Insurance’.

But, we were told the flight and taxi fare are not covered in their premium package. I thought that was the whole point of travel insurance.



DestinationSouth-East Asia (e.g. Bali, Vietnam, Thailand)
Claim MadeYes
Type of ClaimTravel Delays/Cancellations
Claim Resolution Time1-2 months
Claim DateDecember 2022
Claim ApprovedNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Worst Insurance Company Ever

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I was overseas when my father urgently needed to go to the hospital due to serious health issues, which unfortunately resulted in his death, hours before my flight was to leave. Budget Direct refused my claim to compensate my lost flight despite having had comprehensive travel insurance.

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationEurope
Claim MadeYes
Type of ClaimMedical
Claim DateNovember 2022
Claim ApprovedNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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4 comments
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Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

I have also sent an email to the above email provided.

Tony

TonyGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

Very happy with the price.

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First time ive used budget direct for travel insurance and it want be the last, easy to use and had no problem with it. I also have my car insurance with them for many years...... Thanks BD

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationSouth-East Asia (e.g. Bali, Vietnam, Thailand)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Great value travel insurance

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Easy to purchase, great value for benefits provided and it looks like the best on the market. Use it for overseas travel including sky activity. Fortunately for I did not have to use it.

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationEurope and Middle East
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Can’t live without it

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It doesn’t cover sickness for my son so we change flights even if we have a letter from a doctor. We are thankful that he got better and we proceeeded as planned

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationSouth-East Asia (e.g. Bali, Vietnam, Thailand)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult and Child
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Crystal

CrystalGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

Really good. Peace of mind. Fortunately haven’t had to make a claim.

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Reasonable and comparative pricing, however with great inclusions, very helpful customer service, clear and prompt when communicating over the phone. Super easy to set up, with email confirmation.
Felt peace of mind utilising reputable company. Have used other items, including car insurance..

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationSouth-East Asia (e.g. Bali, Vietnam, Thailand)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Crystal, Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that the process was quick, easy and information provided in easy to understand terms. Our aim is to provide good customer experience within a timely manner.


The Hoskings from Geelon

The Hoskings from GeelonSouthwest, VIC

  • 2 reviews

Perfect for us

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Set up was very easy and value for money. This is the 2nd time I have purchased travel insurance from you but have never had to make a claim thank goodness.

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationNew Zealand
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult and Senior
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Kris

KrisSydney, NSW

Easy straightforward

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I selected this insurance because it covered personal and vehicle insurance. The insurance was easy to obtain and gave us peace of mind.
We didn’t need to make any claims so I can’t comment on any experiences in claiming.

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationNew Zealand
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Senior
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Pornpilai shutep

Pornpilai shutepGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

Easy online, quick response

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Easy set up, simply, quick response, price reasonable, price camparison with the others, cover is very good value, did not make the claims, so no experience, nothing to say about the claim, overall goods, will use again.

DestinationNew Zealand and Pacific Islands (e.g. Fiji, Vanuatu)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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Raj

RajGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 2 reviews

Price of policy was good

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Price of travel insurance policy was good. Didn’t use the policy as there were no issues in the trip. For people, who don’t claim on their policy, would like to see given a discount with their next budget direct policy

Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationEast Asia (e.g. China, Japan, South Korea)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult and Child
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Raj, thank you for providing your feedback. We are pleased to hear that the travel insurance was suitable for your travel needs and we will take on your feedback around discounts.


carol

carolGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 3 reviews

Easy to work through

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First time using Budget Insurance. Hopefully won’t need to use it. Will be reviewing cars/houses ins on return from overseas so will check you out Budget. Have 4 cars and 2 houses on same property

Transparency
Value for Money
DestinationEurope
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult, Child and Senior
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Thank you for your review Carol. We appreciate you choosing Budget direct to protect you on your overseas trip. Wishing you happy and safe travels!


Lynne C

Lynne CMurray Region, NSW

  • 3 reviews

Cruise ins

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Policy is good value
Process was quick and easy
Everything is explained in easy to understand terms
First time I have used this Insurance company
Easy to set up
Good information provided
Will use company again

DestinationNew Zealand
Claim MadeNo
1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Thank you for your review Lynne. We are pleased that the process was quick, easy and information provided in easy to understand terms. Our aim is to provide good customer experience within a timely manner.


Great travel insurance

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Travel insurance was very easy to set up very competitive prices. Happy with the policy. First time purchasing this policy. Will no hesitation to use this company again for my travel insurance.

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationPacific Islands (e.g. Fiji, Vanuatu)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Holly, thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found the travel insurance suitable to your needs and a competitive price, as this is our aim.

Basic overseas travel with cruise

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Good value Very easy to set up over phone thus was the first time I have used your company aaa aaa a a a axx xx s a a a

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationNew Zealand
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Dale, thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are glad that you chose budget direct to protect you on your journey and that setting up the insurance was easy. Hope you have a wonderful trip!

Terry lee

Terry leeSydney, NSW

Great Last Minute

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Just needed Travel Insurance and needed something quick. This was the cheapest giving me what I needed. Would recommend to my family and Friends. Hopefully will not need it, holiday

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationPacific Islands (e.g. Fiji, Vanuatu)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult and Teenager
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Thank you for your review Terry. We are glad to hear that the process was simple and suitable cover for your travel needs, as this is our aim. We wish you a happy and safe travel!


Monique_95

Monique_95Central Queensland, QLD

Will never buy insurance from budget direct again.

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Good value if they were to actually help you with a claim. They use Too many loop holes to get out of paying. This was first time buying insurance from budget direct and never again. I should have read other reviews. At least it’s a good learning experience.

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationPacific Islands (e.g. Fiji, Vanuatu)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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2 comments
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct
Monique_95
Monique_95

No thanks, talked to someone online and over the phone already and was told two different things. Have the screenshots for proof. Will never recommend.


Great price for last minute!

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It was fantastic to find a great price at the last minute, just before we were about to board our plane! We found it in less than 5minutes! Thanks Budget Direct!

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationAfrica
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeMulti-Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Rob W.

Rob W.Sydney, NSW

Easy is what I wanted and easy is what I got. Nice policy with what I needed cover for

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Great value
No claim as yet to travel but feel no issues will occur
First time using this travel company as alway went via cbas personal credit card provider
Will use again if needed

Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationNorth America (inc. Hawaii)
Claim MadeNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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1 comment
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Rob, thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are pleased to hear that it was easy to set up and suitable cover for your travel needs. Wishing you a happy and safe trip.


Fraud, just plain take the money and run fraud

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Transparency
Customer Service
Value for Money
DestinationEast Asia (e.g. China, Japan, South Korea)
Claim MadeYes
Type of ClaimMedical
Claim Resolution Time3+ months
Claim DateOctober 2022
Claim ApprovedNo
Insurance Cover For:Adult
Insurance TypeSingle Trip
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2 comments
Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct
Margaret
Margaret

No you are not, you are sorry you are getting bad reviews and the truth is being exposed nothing more than that.


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Questions & Answers

Antonia

Antoniaasked

I was about to purchase two policy of travel insurance through budget direct, which is one for my son, and the other one for us. After reading these reviews, espescially about Margaret's review, I wouldn't recommend to anyone, let alone to make the purchase. I've travelled to lots of place, never claim on travel insurance, and have used cover more and 1cover.

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Go with another company!!

Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Antonia, thank you for considering us for Travel insurance and taking the time to share your feedback. We do appreciate and take seriously any feedback we receive regarding our customer's experience and insurance coverage we offer.


Taldree

Taldreeasked

I have examined the reviews on Budget Direct and it appears that it is wonderful Travel Insurance until you have to make a claim and that of course is the crux of the matter. Why should I choose Budget Direct or Allianz, when the reviews on 'CoverMore' travel insurance regarding the claims is far superior, and yes they are more expensive but at least they are honorable. I think a Royal Commission into Insurance providers is overdue.

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Budget Direct
Budget Direct A.Budget Direct

Hi Taldree, thank you for taking the time to write to us. We do take on all feedback received, as it is valuable in providing a positive customer experience. When considering Travel insurance we do recommend that your read through/compare the Product Disclosure statement to see what is covered and the conditions, limits and exclusion that apply, in order to select which Travel insurance is suitable for your needs.


Geoff D.

Geoff D.asked

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Margaret
Margaret

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