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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Off to the south of France in a week. Luckily I'm in Paris so an easy drive."
How lovely, one of our fave destinations. We were pondering on a week back end of summer down there |
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over a year ago
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For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered?"
Personally we haven’t. But the way I’ve booked my flights all are refundable should I need to cancel them closer to the time. Albeit with a wait no doubt for the refund |
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"For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered?"
I have heard that no insurers will cover for Covid19 related problems as it is now classed as pre existing |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered?
Personally we haven’t. But the way I’ve booked my flights all are refundable should I need to cancel them closer to the time. Albeit with a wait no doubt for the refund "
.was thinking more of hospital treatment if needed whilst away |
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By *litterbabeWoman
over a year ago
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"For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered?
I have heard that no insurers will cover for Covid19 related problems as it is now classed as pre existing"
I saw something on Martin Lewis about this, the way I understood it was that if you had an annual precovid policy and you renew then you would be covered.
So long as you keep renewing I believe you are covered.
I may be wrong but that was how I understood it. |
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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago
Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria |
Not booked any new ones, the only one not cancelled so far is August, we have lost out on 3 so far, will see what happens with the August one but won’t be booking any new ones until things are properly settled as insurance won’t cover any new bookings. |
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By *ax GoofMan
over a year ago
Leeds, Bouverie Court |
Was supposed to be going to Disney World on 16th March which was exact day Disney closed! On top of which, broke up with gf 3 weeks ago. She's having the rescheduled holiday in the "divorce" but buying me out.
Thinking of taking some of the cash to take a mini trip to Disneyland Paris as can travel by car and make it a little bit safer. Not rebooking a Florida trip until vaccines sorted and USA more safe- not wasting that much money on going when half the attractions closed and having to wear mask in that hot weather. |
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I saw something on Martin Lewis about this, the way I understood it was that if you had an annual precovid policy and you renew then you would be covered.
So long as you keep renewing I believe you are covered.
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This is great news |
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"For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered?
I have heard that no insurers will cover for Covid19 related problems as it is now classed as pre existing"
New holiday insurance is now stating they won't cover for pandemic issues.
I'm lucky I have my annual one that renewed just before everything went tits up 
I haven't booked anything new, as yet I'm still going to Florida this summer.
I would have usually booked for 2021 by now but owing to the Olympics being pushed back we will go in the opposite direction instead now.
If it's correct that the prices will be rock bottom I'll book something hot for Christmas + new year  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"For those that have booked holidays,whilst still under the covid19 restrictions,have you had to contact your travel insurers to see if you are still covered?
I have heard that no insurers will cover for Covid19 related problems as it is now classed as pre existing
New holiday insurance is now stating they won't cover for pandemic issues.
I'm lucky I have my annual one that renewed just before everything went tits up
I haven't booked anything new, as yet I'm still going to Florida this summer.
I would have usually booked for 2021 by now but owing to the Olympics being pushed back we will go in the opposite direction instead now.
If it's correct that the prices will be rock bottom I'll book something hot for Christmas + new year "
Rock bottom at xmas ? Dream on lol my prediction it will be higher than ever during that peak of all times to go away |
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Realistically looks like the only places we could go this year from NZ are Australia and The Pacific Islands, due to the borders being closed.
Some amazingly cheap deals at the tourist hotpots here though, so will just have a staycation. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I have children imprisoned within the education settings so I always pay more for all our holidays as I take them in high season  "
We spend every Xmas overseas and it’s always a fortune. But my prediction is this one will be more than ever |
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i;ve booked hotel in benidorm for this october (as no deposit required) but not booked flight yet as ryan air still not refunded me for the cancelled flight from march,he keeps saying i'm in a queue to get refund,but as my flight home should of been march 23rd there cant be that many in front of me in the queue. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hoping for camping at Woolacombe mid July but all hinges on further easing of lockdown. Not terribly hopeful to be honest. What will be will be though eh. Could be stop at home and get some jobs done round the house. |
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"I have children imprisoned within the education settings so I always pay more for all our holidays as I take them in high season
We spend every Xmas overseas and it’s always a fortune. But my prediction is this one will be more than ever "
The only reason I haven't booked December yet is that fear. Time will tell I guess. Once I've finished replanning August 2021 (we were supposed to fly to Hong Kong then on to Japan but the Olympics have moved back a year so Japan is now out) I'll start looking at Dec 2020.
It's main stream media predicting the prices will fall as confidence in the sky staying up is low. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I have children imprisoned within the education settings so I always pay more for all our holidays as I take them in high season
We spend every Xmas overseas and it’s always a fortune. But my prediction is this one will be more than ever
The only reason I haven't booked December yet is that fear. Time will tell I guess. Once I've finished replanning August 2021 (we were supposed to fly to Hong Kong then on to Japan but the Olympics have moved back a year so Japan is now out) I'll start looking at Dec 2020.
It's main stream media predicting the prices will fall as confidence in the sky staying up is low. "
Have u visited Japan before ? We were there last new year, loved it. |
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Have u visited Japan before ? We were there last new year, loved it. "
No. I lived in Hong Kong (as a kid) and have been to Thailand etc but I've waited for my little ones to be older before venturing that way again.
The original plan was Japan for a week (Tokyo then Hiroshima) then over to Hanoi and down the East coast of nam before flying up to Shanghai and getting the train back to moscow. Hopefully we can delay it all just for a year though |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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Have u visited Japan before ? We were there last new year, loved it.
No. I lived in Hong Kong (as a kid) and have been to Thailand etc but I've waited for my little ones to be older before venturing that way again.
The original plan was Japan for a week (Tokyo then Hiroshima) then over to Hanoi and down the East coast of nam before flying up to Shanghai and getting the train back to moscow. Hopefully we can delay it all just for a year though "
We found Tokyo really interesting, spent a week there. Will return in future and explore the country a little more. We shall be in Vietnam this new year (all being well). Should be in Shanghai September but I’m doubtful on that one. Did Moscow two years ago, stayed right by Red Square, Lenin’s tomb was one of the highlights for me |
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"All very interesting places to visit and great for Children to visit these places and see such different cultures "
I don't actually like flying  but it is very important to us all to get out into the world and meet people.
We've staying in some places we'd rather forget but met people and learned things we'll never forget
We can't do big crowds for any duration so we stick to quieter places, hence why we'll only do Tokyo in a small chunk.
My son still uses Arabic and Tunisian phrases they learn so much and it's worth every penny |
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"am not spending money on anything that isnt nessacery at the momment.waiting to c if i still have job to go back to.so wont be splqshing out on a holiday until i know where i stand job wise"
This for me too. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now . |
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"Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now . "
Good point. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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We have moved a canceled cruise to mid nov and a cancelled holiday to bulgaria to June 2021
Have a 28 day cruise in Aussie booked for feb 2021 as well
Just have to wait and see but health is more important than our holidays |
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"Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now . "
Life is pretty much half of what we're used to. I'd rather experience a new location than stay at home for more of the same. |
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Tonight we have just booked a holiday to Majorca. Surely travel has to be allowed by then without quarantine.
We got a great deal so have risked loosing the small deposit.
Love having a holiday to look forward to. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I can't see anyone being able to go on holiday until at least Spring 2021. It's all very well the UK Government saying we can travel, but not all countries are following the same guidance. Many countries are enforcing 2 weeks of quarantine, so even if you can get anywhere, you may not be allowed to go outside when you get there. And what about arriving back home into the UK, 2 weeks in quarantine also? |
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Hoping our August one may still go ahead but done with anything in Europe until the Euro crashes and the rip off stops.
Xmas was booked last December.
Will hold fire on anything beyond that for now. |
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"I can't see anyone being able to go on holiday until at least Spring 2021. It's all very well the UK Government saying we can travel, but not all countries are following the same guidance. Many countries are enforcing 2 weeks of quarantine, so even if you can get anywhere, you may not be allowed to go outside when you get there. And what about arriving back home into the UK, 2 weeks in quarantine also?"
Jesus. Your a bundle of joy. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I can't see anyone being able to go on holiday until at least Spring 2021. It's all very well the UK Government saying we can travel, but not all countries are following the same guidance. Many countries are enforcing 2 weeks of quarantine, so even if you can get anywhere, you may not be allowed to go outside when you get there. And what about arriving back home into the UK, 2 weeks in quarantine also?"
Nah reckon your estimation is well off. The world needs to start spinning again and travel/tourism is one of the biggest parts of that. The government will revise this quarantine thing soon, there’s already been talk of air bridges. I just think they don’t want to lose face so have gone ahead with it. It wouldn’t be enforceable anyway. |
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By *ik MMan
over a year ago
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I booked Cape Town for January 21 a couple of months ago. There are some great long haul flight deals to be had for next year.
I’ve got a week off in September and wouldn’t mind a cheeky few days somewhere but only time will tell. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Program now on BBC parliament. Select committee discussing UK quarantine policy."
Saying that safest thing is to quarantine rather than test at point of entry, as a negative test does not mean to say the person won't show symptoms some days later.Professors from Hong Kong, Singapore and New Zealand all agree mass tourism is not a good idea at the moment because of the potential transmission of the virus. Think we all know that! |
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We’ve lost 3 trips already this year.....Borneo (rescheduled to 2021) a Vegas trip and a Dubai one.
The only extra one we’ve pulled the trigger on to book so far is skiing in Italy next Feb, but that’s a booked with points for both airline and accom deal, so cancellable right up to travel.
As for future pricing in later 2020/1, we are actually travel agents etc, so we’re keepIng a huge eye on the trends.
Our belief is that there will be some phenomenal deals to long haul destinations if you are flexible about routing, destinations and dates. However for school holidays, or specific locations with direct flights you’ll pay more.
Cruises will be cheap as chips (if you’re happy to take the risk - we would by the way) Places like Thailand and others in SE Asia will be great value.
Some airlines are offering really clever deals, but with Caveats and risk....
Etihad are offering a voucher right now (valid until 2022 I think) that adds +50% to its value. Effectively you give them £1000 and get £1500 in airfare value. They say it can be used on any of their product. They only risk is if they go bust.....
Qatar have one where you can buy a ticket, then exchange the final destination anywhere within 5000miles! Even the start destination could be changed within same country etc.
As for accommodation Cancun is certainly offering great pricing, unfortunately not seeing it yet with Desire or Temptations or we would have booked.
Finally Japan and others are actually offering to part fund your trips......
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"Hoping our August one may still go ahead but done with anything in Europe until the Euro crashes and the rip off stops.
Xmas was booked last December.
Will hold fire on anything beyond that for now."
Any reason you think the euro will crash? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I can't see anyone being able to go on holiday until at least Spring 2021. It's all very well the UK Government saying we can travel, but not all countries are following the same guidance. Many countries are enforcing 2 weeks of quarantine, so even if you can get anywhere, you may not be allowed to go outside when you get there. And what about arriving back home into the UK, 2 weeks in quarantine also?
Nah reckon your estimation is well off. The world needs to start spinning again and travel/tourism is one of the biggest parts of that. The government will revise this quarantine thing soon, there’s already been talk of air bridges. I just think they don’t want to lose face so have gone ahead with it. It wouldn’t be enforceable anyway."
I think UK quarantine will be canned some time in July.
I want to book a week in December but worried about the virus kicking off again in the winter.
I'm 99% sure I will book it anyway. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now .
Life is pretty much half of what we're used to. I'd rather experience a new location than stay at home for more of the same. "
I agree and this is what is swaying me to just book something. I've been in this level of lockdown for 18 months and it's killing me. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now .
Life is pretty much half of what we're used to. I'd rather experience a new location than stay at home for more of the same.
I agree and this is what is swaying me to just book something. I've been in this level of lockdown for 18 months and it's killing me. "
Go and book! Give yourself something to look forward to. Things will be a lot clearer by then |
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"Hoping our August one may still go ahead but done with anything in Europe until the Euro crashes and the rip off stops.
Xmas was booked last December.
Will hold fire on anything beyond that for now.
Any reason you think the euro will crash?"
The Euro was Germanys way of taking over Europe.
If it cant win militarily then they can win if they control the financial markets.
Its backfired on them now so let's see what happens next.
Ever wonder why the UK never joined the "single" currency?
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Nothing booked. I holiday with my mom as we get on ok !
But she said a NO GO TO AIRPORTS . Ive said happy to drive to Portugal or Spain but think it will be UK 4/5day breaks to Ireland & Scotland this year. So skiing 2week break to Verbier for xmas this year |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now .
Life is pretty much half of what we're used to. I'd rather experience a new location than stay at home for more of the same.
I agree and this is what is swaying me to just book something. I've been in this level of lockdown for 18 months and it's killing me.
Go and book! Give yourself something to look forward to. Things will be a lot clearer by then "
I've booked it.  |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Surely the issue is that a lot of the holidays are going to be half holidays from what people are used too .. restricted in what you can do at resorts / places .. yet you will be full money for this .. think I will pass on that for now .
Life is pretty much half of what we're used to. I'd rather experience a new location than stay at home for more of the same.
I agree and this is what is swaying me to just book something. I've been in this level of lockdown for 18 months and it's killing me.
Go and book! Give yourself something to look forward to. Things will be a lot clearer by then
I've booked it. "
Well done you!! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away "
I hope so |
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By *oddyWoman
over a year ago
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"Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away
I hope so "
I'm going with samis |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away
I hope so I'm going with samis "
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away
I hope so I'm going with samis
Can i join ? Ha xxx
Oh you're very welcome, lovely
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You're always welcome RB  x |
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"Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away
I hope so I'm going with samis
Can i join ? Ha xxx
Oh you're very welcome, lovely
You're always welcome RB x"
Woohoo .. you planing go somewhere this year ?  |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Went past Birmingham airport yesterday and most of the planes that had been parked up for months have now gone , definitely more people coming and going ,it’s going to happen , we can get away
I hope so I'm going with samis
Can i join ? Ha xxx
Oh you're very welcome, lovely
You're always welcome RB x
Woohoo .. you planing go somewhere this year ? "
Would love to go to PDI but will wait and see how things are with the virus and what restrictions are in place, in PDI, if any |
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"We will be driving down to Spain on 1st July for our summer 6 weeks. A month later than usual and we will miss Cap d'Agde this year but better than nothing. "
I'm jealous, hoping to get away soon, been over a year |
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"We will be driving down to Spain on 1st July for our summer 6 weeks. A month later than usual and we will miss Cap d'Agde this year but better than nothing. "
Did they not announce yesterday that Brits won’t be allowed in until 10th at the earliest? |
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Flying to lanzarote on 15th July.
Reckon its 60/40 in favour of happening. Flights were a fraction of the usual cost so calculated gamble. EHIC still valid thankfully.
Some "interesting" views on europe on here let's put it that way.
But long haul, god knows, think the business model forcrhst is totally screwed on the short term. |
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By *extasy19Couple
over a year ago
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"Once we come out of Europe we won't be able to use EU hospitals for free. "
That is not correct. The UK paid £440m in 2018 to cover the costs of UK EHIC cardholders needing medical treatment in the other EHIC member countries. We charged the EU the grand sum of £14m for their residents using the NHS. Post Brexit EHIC participation is still to be decided. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"We will be driving down to Spain on 1st July for our summer 6 weeks. A month later than usual and we will miss Cap d'Agde this year but better than nothing.
Did they not announce yesterday that Brits won’t be allowed in until 10th at the earliest?"
They are travelling from Germany, so I don't think it applies. |
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"Once we come out of Europe we won't be able to use EU hospitals for free.
That is not correct. The UK paid £440m in 2018 to cover the costs of UK EHIC cardholders needing medical treatment in the other EHIC member countries. We charged the EU the grand sum of £14m for their residents using the NHS. Post Brexit EHIC participation is still to be decided."
Those figures are not quite correct the latest figures are 674 million and 50 million. Still a massive difference. Apparently the discrepancy is down to treatments being cheaper here and the NHS being worse at billing and recovering the money. All this is pretty irrelevant. If we leave with a deal then a good chance mutual health services will be included. Leave with no deal and it is very very unlikely. Health costs will covered individually. |
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