That's the theory , however the reality in lots but not all cases is often very different based on the "scare you lots programmes" on BBC etc.EHIC guarantees you medical treatment on the same basis as the Nationals in that country (not just 'basic'). Depending on the country, the coverage will vary - it can be complete (as in the UK), or (e.g. like France) you'll have to pay hotel costs...
For pre-existing conditions, and depending on your age, I'd suggest Saga (seriously my mother swears by).
Talk to one of the cancer support charities. At least one of them will have a deal with an insurance company specifically for people like you.When my consultant told me there are absolutely no signs of the cancer I thought.......I NEED A HOLIDAY IN THE SUN (Europe).
Re insurance
......mention cancer and most companies are not interested or at £stupid money.
The consultant told me.....forget insurance....just make sure you have your card with you and no hospital will refuse you.
Now I thought....with package holidays, insurance was mandatory.
Any thoughts ??
Shows what happens?
EHIC entitles you to treatment at the same level as a local. What some TV programme shows is an irrelevance.
yep - very correctyou'd definitely want insurance cover on a cycling holiday
Got some evidence to back that up? You seem to be heavy on assertion and very light on facts (as well as appearing to struggle with debating without resorting to insults). Perhaps those appearing in such programmes didn't understand what they were entitled to?
Next you'll be suggesting everything you read in the Daily Wail is true,l
I'd be rather surprised if was actually free...Luckily, I get free worldwide travel insurance for Mr R and I through my bank account
So not "free", but "paid for as part of a package of benefits". Which is what I said....It's part of the account which I pay a small fee for - along with a number of other benefits.