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Free or Low Cost Medical Treatment in Europe | European Health Insurance Card | Prepare for Health | HolidayTravelWatch

Sunday, May 17th, 2009

An alternative, but it is stressed NOT a replacement for fully comprehensive travel insurance, is found in the new European Health Insurance Card. HolidayTravelWatch always recommends that fully comprehensive travel insurance is purchased. The Card is designed to take advantage of the reciprocal medical arrangements between countries within the EEA area. Below is a brief guide to the card which came into effect in December 2005. Read More

Day Trips and Excursions | General Travel Safety | HolidayTravelWatch

Wednesday, January 9th, 2008

Even if you are only going on a day trip to another country or are taking an excursion on holiday, accidents can happen. Read More

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