Should you protect your vacation with travel insurance? How to find out if you need it

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The cost of going on vacation can add up.

So, is paying for travel insurance worth it?

Seven on Your Side's Michael Finney spoke with Bay Area Consumers' Checkbook, Kevin Brasler, on how to find out if you need the the added protection.

Watch the video above to see the entire interview.

Here is a link to find out more information about Bay Area Consumers' Checkbook study on travel insurance.

Take a look at more stories by Michael Finney and 7 On Your Side.