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Ski holiday insurance
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 7 Replies
bandit wrote:Smokey Barr, the list of Hospitals would scare me. Imagine asking the Helicopter if they wouldn't mind diverting to xxxxx. You are not going to get a choice, expect to be delivered! Will you be expected to then organise your own taxi/ambulance to another hospital?


Probably, but I'd be surprised if there was that big a choice of hospitals for it to be a problem. I really don't mind where I'm going as long as I'm in a hospital.

Having said that, I may have misread the small print. Looks as though I just need to call 'Emergency Assistant Service' as soon as I'm in hospital, (In-patient Treatment Abroad) not to chose a hospital.

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The 24 hour Emergency Assistance Service provides immediate help in the event of an insured person's illness or injury whilst travelling abroad – they provide a 24 hour multi-lingual emergency service 365 days a year and can be contacted by telephone or fax.

In the event of any illness, injury, accident or hospitalisation which requires:
Inpatient treatment, anywhere in the world you must contact:
One Assist
Tel: 0113 318 8120
Fax: 0113 318 8122

Outpatient treatment……

Outpatient treatment, in North America, The United Kingdom, Channel Islands and Isle of Man, you must…….

One Assist or Healthwatch S.A. may be able to guarantee costs on your behalf. When contacting One Assist or Healthwatch S.A. please state that your insurance is provided by UK General Insurance Ltd and quote the appropriate scheme name and reference number…

Note: You must retain receipts for medical and additional costs incurred and you are responsible for any
policy excess which should be paid by you at the time of treatment.

In-patient Treatment Abroad
If you go into hospital you must contact One Assist immediately. If you do not, this could mean that we will not provide cover or we will reduce the amount we pay for medical expenses.

Outpatient Treatment Abroad
If you require outpatient treatment please contact the appropriate Emergency Assistance Company as detailed above. If the Emergency Assistance is being provided by Healthwatch SA, they will ensure that the
treating doctor or Clinic is aware of the following instructions…
Ski holiday insurance
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 7 Replies
I used 'Protect My Bubble'.

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Cover: Premier Single Trip Inc Winter Sports
Cost: £12.77 (Inclusive of Insurance Premium Tax)
Destination: France
Period of Cover: 01/02/2012 Single Trip, Duration: 5 Days

Medical Expenses Cover: £10000000
Personal Liability: £2000000
Cancellation Cover: £5000
Baggage Cover: £2000
Personal Accident Cover: £25000

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This has £50 excess which seems pretty reasonable compared to a lot of others.

There is no mention in the wording about having to wear helmets etc. All seem pretty standard.

The one thing I did notice however is if I have an accident that requires me to go to hospital, I HAVE to ring a specific number that will (I think) list all of the hospitals in that area for which I will be covered. I guess I'd better let my bro know his, in case I'm knocked unconscious.
Ski Sunday
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 56 Replies
Far Queue wrote:And direct from Chemmys facebook page..

So if anyone wants some entertainment 2moro Sunday 8th I am presenting on BBC 2 Ski Sunday 4.45pm then switch over to ITV for Dancing on Ice at 6.30pm BIG DAY!

That's my Sunday afternoon viewing sorted then. :twisted:


Was she the fit blond one rolling around in the snow in a bikini? God bless sky+ pause and rewind.
Just booked here
Started by User in Ski Technique, 2 Replies
Well, that was fun.

If you are considering a visit, the website is a little misleading. You don't get a full hour on the machine, as you are split into two pairs and take it in turns. I'd say you get about 35-40 mins.

And you'll need at least 3-4 sessions to reap any benefit. The first two, at least, will be spend getting used to the machine.

I'd say it was a good alternative to a traditional dry ski slope if there's not one in your area, but you'd be better off saving the money and spending it on lessons on your holiday.
Whiteout conundrum…..
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 17 Replies
Meercat wrote:And what do they say about survival? The best way to get rescued is to make yourself seen. Hiding would not help.


Depends where you are. I'm pretty sure you wouldn't last too long waving your arms around in -30 temperatures.

Digging in would be a last resort, but one that would undoubtedly save your life.
Recommendations for the following...
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 15 Replies
lexiloo wrote:For info French Half term stretches from Feb 11 to March 11 this year


Thank god for that!!! We went late Jan last year, and are going Feb 1 this year. Was really worried we may have caught the holiday period.
Whiteout conundrum…..
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 17 Replies
I'd have dug a snow hole bear grills style, and rode out the storm.

Or did what you did, and follow the next person to pass.
10 reasons to buy a Go Pro.
Started by User in Ski Chatter, 213 Replies
TowerBridge Andy wrote:I'm actually a design engineer by trade so you would think I could fashion something reasonably good, this however I would doubt :D


Even with the mounts you get in the standard helmet hero pack you'd be able to conjure something up.