[caption id="attachment_128520" align="alignleft" width="616"] Christopher Elliot, a consumer advocate and contributor for Forbes who covers customer service, recently highlighted his list of the best major travel insurance companies, based on reader feedback and the latest consumer surveys. (Photo: Shutterstock)[/caption] People often travel to get away from the stress of life, but traveling can be anything but stress-free. Packing, airport security, weather delays and lost luggage are commonly cited when people think of the stress behind traveling. Fortunately, there's travel insurance. Although travel insurance won't cover all scenarios, the upside to traveling with travel insurance far outweighs the downside. Simply put, an insured may be reimbursed if an event occurs versus no reimbursement whatsoever. Related: Prevent clients from being their own worst vacation enemies

Don't travel without travel insurance

For travelers everywhere, picking the best travel insurance company will prove critical in the long run. But with vast companies to choose from, where should travelers look? Christopher Elliot, a consumer advocate and contributor for Forbes who covers customer service, recently highlighted his list of the best major travel insurance companies, based on reader feedback and the latest consumer surveys. Planning on traveling soon? Don't forget to pack some travel insurance. Check out the slideshow below to see Elliot's picks for best travel insurance companies. Related: 7 common reasons travel insurance claims are denied