Considering a holiday abroad in the summer - I have some queries

Hi Sarah16. Oh the idea of a holiday is lovely! I do know the travel forum here at Macmillan is very recommended - I've referred several members in the past and they have been delighted with the results.

I'd call the Macmillan Support line (number shown below) they'd be able to advise how soon after chemo has finished it's be realistic to plan a holiday. 

Have a lovely time, hugs, Barb xx

Thank you Barb.

Are you referring to the 'Travel Insurance' forum?  I have seen that one before but I haven't seen a general 'Travel' forum. 

I could post my question in the 'Travel Insurance' forum if that is the only one? 

Yes, here's the link Travel insurance forum

Hugs, Barb x

Hi Sarah16 I am in a similar situation - but I booked our holiday for this summer last September, just before I had my diagnosis.  I am starting chemo tomorrow morning, 4 cycles followed by brachytherapy, which will hopefully be finished by April and we are going in late June.  I am thinking positively!  We have paid a deposit, but the balance is not due until May, so if I wasn’t able to go, we should know by then.  

I feel that we need something to look forward to - and this is also true for my hubby, who is going through this with me.  We are going to southern France and drive, so we reckon that if I became ill, we could get home in about 10 hours.  We are renting a gite, so quite easy to keep away from crowds and we can do as much, or little as I feel up to - I intend a restful holiday in the sun, with good food and wine and good books!

We have an annual travel insurance policy, which we have just renewed.  I phoned and told them about my treatment and they have just excluded anything linked to my cancer diagnosis, but the premium remains the same.  I am very happy with this outcome - in Europe we also have access to local healthcare with our GHIC cards.  

i am really, really hoping that we are not being over optimistic - it is fun planning a trip, even if you wait to actually book it

Hi Sarah16, yes indeed the Travel insurance forum is the one, it also discusses travel in general by members but it’s often that people find it difficult to get insurance at the right cost that covers you that many people ask about. Personally a trip way sounds like a lovely idea as long as your medical team are happy because they will understand your personal situation. After going through treatment and recovery from cancer we like to be able to go and enjoy ourselves and a holiday always sounds great. I was lucky at my diagnosis as i had already got a holiday booked which i went too before my op as my consultant was happy although i was restricted to what I could do but I did enjoy it. My insurance covered it without extra charge because i had already booked it but I think if I hadn’t it may of been different but my insurance company were fantastic about it all.