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Young Brits failing to get cover for adventurous pursuits abroad
Medical treatment can cost thousands abroad yet new research by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has found that fewer than half (45%) of young Brits surveyed check that their insurance covers risky pursuits*, despite 4 out of 5 (82%) admitting to taking part in more adventurous behaviour when on holiday.
The findings come as the FCO and The Travel Association ABTA urge holidaymakers to be better prepared for their travels. Medical costs arising from uninsured accidents abroad can be severe, with the Post Office indicating that the average claim for a personal accident is £7,500**.
Despite this, young Brits still head for the more adventurous pursuits abroad. A fifth (19%) of 16-24 year olds have driven a moped or quad bike while on holiday, 30% have been jet skiing or taken part in watersports and one in 8 (13%) have been skydiving or bungee jumping.
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