Good morning folks,
I have a mission to take my wife on Holiday before my second big operation in January of 24.
I initially looked at New York for a few days ( childhood dream). However I have received quotes of £3,000 or more from specialist holiday companies which is way more than the holiday itself, and very unaffordable.
Are there any holiday insurance companies that you may know of that cater for folks in our position?
It doesn’t have to be New York I could look to go for another destination.
thank you,
Robby
Hi Robby,
I got my travel insurance this week, you need a specialised insurance. I phoned around and no one would cover my husband. He has a stoma bag now after having bowel cancer, he is clear of cancer now, he is waiting for the reversal January.
the company I used was All clear they are very helpful. Our insurance was £511 for a year, iits cheaper for the year.
give them a try. Good luck
Sandra
Hi Robby. I googled ‘travel insurance for cancer patients’ and it took me to a comparison website where I was able to get quotes. There is also a specific board on here for travel insurance so I’ve attached the link below
Travel insurance forum for cancer patients
I’ve just returned from New York on Wednesday and I’m currently struggling with covid! We did miles of walking but preferred that to sitting in traffic on a tour bus. We went for 5 days so it was pretty full on getting to see everything we wanted to but we managed it and it was amazing.
Hope you are able to get something booked and wherever you go - wear comfy shoes, a mask on the plane and enjoy
Take care
Karen x
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