Over 65s Annual Travel Insurance

To get a quote by telephone or email, please contact us on 0844 848 1500 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

JS Insurance provides Annual Multi Trip Travel Insurance to people aged 66 to 79.

The over 65s are increasingly a powerful buying group when it comes to travel.

As people live longer and enjoy a healthier older age, there is an increasing demand for longer holidays in more exotic locations with a wider array of activities on offer.

Popular holiday destinations include:

• Florida, USA
• New York, USA
• Florence, Italy
• California, USA
• Safaris
• Worldwide Cruises

However you should only plan trips to places you are physically able to cope with. Over 65s are more likely to suffer from heatstroke and exhaustion so if you do not enjoy the heat then it is best to avoid places that are extremely warm at certain times of year.

While out and about in any warm climate it is essential to take precautions.

Always wear sunscreen with a high SPF to avoid sunburn. Hats and sunglasses are also essential to avoid sunstroke. Seek shelter from the sun during the hottest parts of the day (usually between 11am and 3pm).

If your trip involves a long flight then it may be a good idea to get a medical check up from your Doctor before you travel. Long haul flights can be strenuous and take their toll on the body so it is important to make sure you are in good physical condition.

Older people are more likely to suffer from deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This is when clots form in the veins, usually in the leg, and cause swelling and poor circulation. In extreme cases they can cause coronary thrombosis. This is where the clot travels to the heart and causes heart attack.

This is caused by a combination of the lack of mobility and severe dehydration during a long haul flight.

People who are more at risk include the elderly, pregnant women, those with existing illnesses such as cancer, and people that have had recent orthopaedic surgery.

If you are taking a flight, bus or train journey which will last longer than four hours then you may wish to invest in some compression tights which are proven to reduce the risk of DVT.

Make sure you stay hydrated during your journey and avoid alcohol and caffeine.

Adrenalin fuelled activities such as bungee jumping (get bungee jumping cover), skydiving get skydiving cover)and various watersports take their toll on the heart so if you are planning a number of activities on your holiday it would be best to run these past your Doctor also.

As older people are more at risk of developing infections it is best to avoid areas that have poor sanitation. Never drink local tap water and stick to bottled water only.

If you take medication for a medical condition then make sure you bring a plentiful supply with you when you travel. It is best to bring more than you will need just in case of any unexpected delays in your journey.

Always carry medication in hand luggage in case of delays or loss of luggage.

Useful Websites: Pensioners Holidays - Saga Holidays - Ocean Cruises - River Cruises - Hotel Holidays

To get a quote by telephone or email, please contact us on 0844 848 1500 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

This Insurance is arranged by JS Insurance, underwritten by Towergate Underwriting and administered by UK Underwriting Ltd on behalf of Ageas Insurance Limited.