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Most Australians are bitten by the travel bug at an early age, but investigating the perils of travel and the necessity of purchasing insurance is sometimes overlooked in the excitement of planning a trip. The most important thing for both first-time and seasoned travelers to do is to 1) check with the Australian Government's travel advisory service and 2) consult with a reputable travel insurance agent and make sure you're covered.