Insurance claims averaged £1,200 last season

Tuesday, January 24, 2006

The average cost of a medical claim on insurance for a winter ski trip was over £1,000 last year, according to the latest research.

A survey carried out by the Post Office into insurance trends for winter sports or ski trips found that medical costs accounted for 33 per cent of insurance claims for such trips, with an average insurance claim value of £1,200.

"Although it's great fun, a winter sports holiday does carry more risk than a relaxing beach holiday as accidents can easily happen on the slopes," said Hugh Stacey, head of travel services at the Post Office.

"The advice from the Post Office is to organise adequate cover for your winter sporting activities before you travel, to avoid any painful and costly surprises this ski season."

Post Office research also found that 18-29 year old skiers and snowboarders were the most likely to have an accident, with the age group also the most likely to lose luggage or have it stolen.

According to the Post Office, which quotes Office for National Statistics figures, one million UK citizens are expected to embark on a winter sports holiday this season.

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