The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) does not only cover countries of the European Union (EU). Therefore, it is wise to check if the EHIC is valid where you are going. In this case, you will receive medical treatment for free or at a reduced cost as if you were a resident of the country.[…]
What happens if you forget your EHIC when traveling abroad? Can you still receive medical treatment? Keeping your EHIC with you, up to date and in safety while you are traveling is extremely important. It can help you avoid stressful situations should you or a member of your family become ill or involved in an[…]
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) allows the cardholder to receive medical treatments while travelling. It is operational in other countries of the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. The EHIC cardholder will benefit from the same medical cover a local resident would. If you are considering travelling to another country of the European Union[…]
Repatriation to the United Kingdom is sometimes mandatory in case of an emergency. Is the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) covering the costs of repatriation? The EHIC allows you to receive public healthcare when you are travelling in a country of the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland as a local resident of the country[…]
What should you prepare before going on a cruise to make sure you are covered in case of an emergency? Is your EHIC going to be enough or should you get Travel Private Insurance? The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) has been designed to provide medical treatment while you are travelling in another country of[…]
EHIC and travel insurance are not the same things There is often confusion about what is and is not covered by the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Fifty percent of UK holidaymakers think free emergency medical treatment and repatriation to a UK hospital are covered. However, the European Health card does not cover these costs.[…]
If you think about Geneva, the things that come to mind are usually chocolate and luxury watches. But there is so much more to discover in Geneva! The city has a unique position, on the shores of a lake and surrounded by mountains. And offers excellent hotels, restaurants, and shops. Here are our tips to[…]
Are you planning to attend a Gay Pride in 2019? Gay Prides are held annually in large cities to promote diversity and equality. This year, exceptional events are coming to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Vienna is welcoming the Europride for 2 weeks. And New York City will host the World Pride to commemorate the 50th[…]
Are you planning to visit Cambodia on a limited budget soon? The Kingdom of Cambodia is a country located on the Indochinese peninsula. Cambodia is sharing its frontiers with Vietnam to the East, Thailand to the Northwest and Laos to the Northeast. Tourism in Cambodia is one of the most important sectors in its economy.[…]
Are you planning your next holiday and in need of some inspiration? What were the most visited cities in 2018? Each year, Mastercard reveals its Global Destination Cities Index. With the rise of nationalism in many countries across the planet, international travel is more and more important. You will find below the 10 first visited[…]