Martin Lewis has issued a word of warning to anyone planning a trip abroad.
Peak holiday booking season is already underway with people looking for the best deals for their summer getaways. In his latest Money Saving Expert newsletter, the consumer champion shared a common "mistake" that holidaymakers make.
This error, according to the finance expert, is leaving their travel insurance to sort out closer to the time. He said that his "heart sinks" when he hears of the problem.
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In the newsletter, Martin wrote: "Each spring without fail, someone asks me a heartbreaking question. Usually they've been diagnosed with cancer or another serious condition that needs long-term treatment, and they won't be able to go on their summer holiday.
"Yet the airline won't refund them - within its rights as the ticket is not faulty.
"I say, 'that's what travel insurance is for'. Sometimes though, they tell me they haven't got round to getting it yet.
"My heart sinks as I have to tell them there's no recourse. Half the point of the cover is to protect you if things happen that stop you going, so get it ASAB - As Soon As you Book."
The Money Saving Expert founder went on to urge holidaymakers to ensure they have a valid EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) or its replacement the GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card) card before they travel. These free cards entitle you to medical treatment in state-run hospitals and GPs in EU countries and Switzerland for the same price as a local.
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