• 10
  Aug
  2009

• 10% of adventure enthusiasts injured during vacations

  
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People vacationing in exotic locales who love adventure sports are advised to cover themselves for any of these dangerous sports that they are planning as a part of tourist insurance policy. Sometimes, insurance policies keep this coverage as optional and the individual has to specifically mention his requirement while submitting the application.

Statistics reveal that accidents or injuries while practicing adventure sports are not uncommon. About 10% of the adventure sports enthusiasts get injured during such vacations and the intensity of injuries vary.

But in case any emergency evacuation or helicopter assistance is needed, it would work out very expensive to pay out of your personal pockets as these kind of emergency operations could cost you around 100,000 dollars! Adding to this would be the expenses incurred due to surgeries, medical treatments, doctor consultation charges and hospitalization expenses which could reach unbelievably high levels.

Survey reports state that only around 70% of the people opt for coverage for adventure sports. This shows how ignorant the individuals are about taking care of the personal safety.

Hence, every overseas travel who wants to enjoy a worry-free paradise trip is advised to not miss out on the travel insurance coverage for adventure sports.