Rescue costs, both on and off piste, are on the rise and a lot of skiers are surprised at how expensive their medical claims can amount to.
For example, an insured man was skiing off piste in Zermatt (with a guide), when his ski hit a concealed rock. He was catapulted down piste, further off track, losing his skis and breaking both legs and his pelvis. Due to the extent of his injuries and his location, it was not possible for the piste rescue team to collect him and therefore a helicopter rescue was called in. This expense was CHF2200 (approx £1600). His treatment came to just under CHF4000 (approx £2850) and his stretcher repatriation was £5,000. A fraction of the hospital costs were recoverable using EHIC.
If repatriated to the UK with a medical supervisor this would have been a further £7,500.
On average, in France, a standard on piste rescue fee is in excess of £500 alone - this is in relation to a minor injury on a pisted run.
At Holsure, we are, of course, concerned about your health and safety, but for such a low cost to insure a family or a couple for the few days you are away it seems madness not to make sure that costs like those quoted above do not further spoil, what may be the holiday of a lifetime, by adding high financial problems to the medical situation you might experience.
Check our website HERE for what is covered and get a quote right now - you'll be surprised at how little it can cost.
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