Holidaymakers could face huge hospital bills if they get hurt while enjoying some of their favourite activities.
Many people get travel insurance while exploring the world, but they may not be aware that standard travel insurance policies often don't stretch to cover the inevitable costs from injuries while carrying out certain acts. Some incredibly common activities, such as cycling, could end up costing a packet if they go wrong, reported The Mirror.
Sean Walsh, Marketing Manager from insurer SportsCoverDirect, said: “Cycling tours have grown in popularity as tourists choose to explore locations on bike; however, many travellers are unaware that if they were to fall and injure themselves they may not be covered by a standard travel insurance policy."
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He added: “Likewise, going on a safari holiday has its shares of risks which your standard travel insurance policy won't cover. Coming across potentially dangerous or unpredictable animals is not without risk, even within the protection of purpose-built vehicles and with experienced guides on hand to ensure your safety.
“By taking out specific travel insurance for sports and activities, travellers will be covered for the expenses of emergency medical treatment if the traveller is injured, or requires medical evacuation and repatriation. So tourists can enjoy the activities they want to do and keep their minds at ease that if something goes wrong, they’re covered."
20 activities travel insurance don't normally cover
- Paintball
- Cycle tours
- Archery
- Badminton
- Backpacking
- Ballooning
- Boules
- Bushcraft
- Camel riding
- Camping
- Fishing
- Helicopter tours
- Hiking
- Pilates
- Quidditch
- Safari
- Tennis
- Yoga
- Zip Lines
- Base jumping
You can find out more on sportscoverdirect.com.
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