Medical problems top travel insurance claims

Medical treatment looks set to be the most common travel insurance claim this year, finds a new survey.

Travel Insurance News - 22/08/2005

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Medical treatment looks set to be the most common travel insurance claim this year, finds a new survey.

It is forecast that there will be nearly 250,000 travel insurance claims for injury and illness treatments in 2005.

In comparison, the research predicts 127,000 people will make claims for holiday cancellations and 77,000 will suffer delays.

The report highlights the need for travel insurance, and the vital lifeline that it can throw in an emergency.

'Good cover is essential for those travelling abroad whether it's for a short-break, fortnight's holiday or a longer trip,' said Robert O'May from Sainsbury's Bank, who commissioned the research.

'If problems do occur, the impact can hopefully be kept to a minimum, allowing you to continue to enjoy your holiday,' he suggested.

Mr O'May also suggested that families should make travel insure a priority when organising a trip.

'The excitement of going on holiday means that people can sometimes forget to organise adequate travel insurance for themselves and their families,' he explained, which would leave people without financial compensation if something goes wrong while away.

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