Travel Checklist From Flexicover Direct
Planning a relaxing break abroad, catching some summer sun or thinking of
travelling around the world?
The Flexicover travel checklist will help you plan for your next holiday and help you stay safe whilst you are there.
As a Flexicover client, you will have access to our Pre-Travel Advice Helpline which will give you country-specific information such as visa requirements, inoculations, World Health Organisation warnings and motoring restrictions.
Also, check with your doctor before you travel to find out if you need any vaccinations or medications.
Travel and health
Don’t travel without
travel insurance. Before you purchase your insurance policy check what you
will be covered for including any activities you might want to undertake whilst
on holiday. Not buying
travel insurance could cost you a lot more if you are unfortunate to get
into difficulties.
Emergencies abroad can be very expensive. If you need to be returned to the UK it could cost you thousands of pounds, unless you are adequately insured. Some examples of recent claims values are as under;
£800: Spanish ward, 1 night private hospital
£1,200: Spanish ICU, 1 night private hospital
£9,000: Non jet transfer from southern Spain to UK
£10,000: Angiogram, USA
£16,000: Jet from eastern Europe to UK
£22,000: Jet air ambulance from Canaries or Cyprus to UK
£30,000: Jet air ambulance from Egypt to UK
£50,000: Jet air ambulance from West Coast USA or Indian Ocean to UK
£6,000: USA Intensive Care Unit, 1 night
Remember if you are uninsured, although the British Embassy or High Commission may offer some advisory assistance in the event of a claim abroad, they will not pay for any medical or repatriation costs.
Figures supplied by AXA Insurance
Travelling within the European Economic Area?
When visiting European Economic Area (EEA) countries, use of an European
Health Insurance Card may entitle you to reduced or free medical care. As a valued Flexicover policyholder, you will have no excess to pay when the EHIC is used.