A new survey of 2,000 travellers has revealed that one-third have been left out of pocket due to unexpected fees and charges while abroad. The poll found that those affected had, on average, lost £200 due to the wrong insurance policy, roaming charges and expensive airport transfers.
Commenting on the survey results, a spokesperson from the travel insurance specialists, Compare Cover, said: “It can be easy to overlook the importance of travel insurance and other financial considerations before heading abroad. These can all add up and leave you with a financial headache on your return.”
The survey also revealed that almost one in ten (9%) of those polled had experienced a medical emergency while on holiday, and almost half (49%) of those had to pay for treatment themselves.
The spokesperson from Compare Cover added: “It’s alarming to hear that people have had to pay for medical treatment when abroad. Travel insurance is essential to cover any medical expenses incurred while away, as these can be very expensive.”
A survey of 2,000 adults who have travelled abroad has revealed that one third have been left financially worse off due to unexpected fees and charges. According to the poll, those affected have, on average, lost £200 due to the wrong insurance policy, roaming charges and expensive airport transfers.
Commenting on the findings, a spokesperson from the travel insurance specialists, Compare Cover, said: “It can be easy to overlook the importance of travel insurance and other financial considerations before heading abroad. These can all add up and leave you with a financial headache on your return.”
The survey also found that 9% of those polled had experienced a medical emergency while on holiday, with 49% of those having to pay for treatment themselves.
The spokesperson from Compare Cover added: “It’s alarming to hear that people have had to pay for medical treatment when abroad. Travel insurance is essential to cover any medical expenses incurred while away, as these can be very expensive.”
A new survey has revealed that one third of travellers have been caught out financially while abroad due to the wrong insurance policy, roaming charges and expensive airport transfers. The poll of 2,000 adults found that those affected have, on average, been left around £200 down due to unexpected fees and charges.
Commenting on the survey results, a spokesperson from the travel insurance specialists, Compare Cover, said: “It can be easy to overlook the importance of travel insurance and other financial considerations before heading abroad. These can all add up and leave you with a financial headache on your return.”
The survey also found that almost one in ten (9%) of those polled had experienced a medical emergency while on holiday, with almost half (49%) of those having to pay for treatment themselves.
The spokesperson from Compare Cover added: “It’s alarming to hear that people have had to pay for medical treatment when abroad. Travel insurance is essential to cover any medical expenses incurred while away, as these can be very expensive.”
A recent survey of 2,000 travellers has revealed that one third have been left out of pocket due to unexpected fees and charges while abroad. According to the poll, those affected have, on average, lost £200 due to the wrong insurance policy, roaming charges and expensive airport transfers.
Commenting on the findings, a spokesperson from the travel insurance specialists, Compare Cover, said: “It can be easy to overlook the importance of travel insurance and other financial considerations before heading abroad. These can all add up and leave you with a financial headache on your return.”
The survey also showed that 9% of those polled had experienced a medical emergency while on holiday, with 49% of those having to pay for treatment themselves.
The spokesperson from Compare Cover added: “It’s alarming to hear that people have had to pay for medical treatment when abroad. Travel insurance is essential to cover any medical expenses incurred while away, as these can be very expensive.”
A new survey has revealed that one third of travellers have been caught out financially while abroad due to the wrong insurance policy, roaming charges and expensive airport transfers. The poll of 2,000 adults found that those affected have, on average, been left around £200 down due to unexpected fees and charges.
Commenting on the survey results, a spokesperson from the travel insurance specialists, Compare Cover, said: “It can be easy to overlook the importance of travel insurance and other financial considerations before heading abroad. These can all add up and leave you with a financial headache on your return.”
The survey also found that almost one in ten (9%) of those polled had experienced a medical emergency while on holiday, with almost half
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