I didn't see a current discussion of travel insurance. We usually buy Tauck's insurance. I don't usually use a travel agent, but last year I decided to give AmEx travel a go when we were arranging both a river cruise and a Windstar Alaska trip. The agent talked me into purchasing CSA insurance instead. She said it covered everything that the tour company's insurance doesn't cover. I will be reserving the K&T trip way over a year in advance. Lots could happen. How do you all feel about trip insurance? (Incidentally, I was not happy with AmEx travel. The agent I made arrangements with left and I got NO information. I spent so many hours on the phone trying to track down someone who would discuss with me. I have reverted to my "Little Red Hen" manner of booking travel.)