Going on an extended holiday to a disease-prone country? It's a good idea to schedule a check-up at least eight weeks before you depart. Infectious diseases abroad can be very serious. Every year, Australian travellers become ill and die while travelling overseas. Take extra precautions when visiting these countries that you'll need a polio vaccination to enter.

Note: many of these countries are not recommended travel destinations (and some may be excluded by certain travel insurance policies). But here at Cover-More, we understand that not travelling is not always an option. If you must travel to these countries, be prepared and take full precautions.

It's bad enough to have an emergency at home—but when you're travelling abroad things can get a lot more complicated. We all want to believe our trip will go off without a hitch, but more often than not unexpected situations arise. Should you encounter any disaster scenarios on holiday (and remember, these may be different given your level of travel experience), follow these steps to avoid total catastrophe.

There’s no faster way to ruin your dream holiday than with a bout of food poisoning. Whether you have an ultra-sensitive tummy or a stomach of steel, food poisoning does not play favourites. Try to avoid these foods while travelling for a toilet-free trip abroad.

Hiking on holiday is a great way to connect with a new environment and see exotic animals in their natural habitat. This peaceful commune with nature can be a life-changing experience, but what about trekking an active volcano? A trip to Bali’s Mt. Agung gives you just that opportunity. Use our guide to plan your Mt. Agung adventure in advance.

Bali is a lively island that attracts visitors from near and far for its gorgeous landscape and relaxed lifestyle. With a boom in tourism, more restaurants are open on the island than ever before. No matter why you are visiting, take a look at our list of the best eats in Bali to ensure your holiday is a delicious excursion.

Bali is the second most popular destination for Australians on holiday, with more than 12,000 Australians arriving in Bali each week. Since it Bali feels so familiar to many Australians, it can be tempting to skip travel insurance for a quick trip.

Denpasar is the capital city of Indonesian province, Bali. Full of palaces, museums and beaches, this city’s vibe will make Denpasar a holiday destination you won’t soon forget.

It’s all about the game. No football enthusiast’s trip to England would be complete without a tour of the English Premier League stadiums. Whether you’re visiting your favourite team, or plan to see all 20 home fields, we’ve got the ultimate rundown of EPL stadiums.

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. It is, perhaps, one of the most fascinating ancient ruins in the world, due to its peculiar arrangement. No visit to England would be complete without visiting the site that still mystifies archaeologists today.

Julie, from the blog - Have Wheelchair Will Travel, shares her knowledge about travelling with a family member who has a wheelchair or disability. Read more.