Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Staying Healthy on the Road
Medical Insurance? Medical Insurance?
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Staying Healthy on the Road Medical info, e.g. malaria, vaccinations, travel medical tips, medical insurance, where to find a doctor.
Photo by Hendi Kaf, in Cambodia

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Hendi Kaf,
in Cambodia



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 5 Feb 2005
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: London(UK)
Posts: 4
Medical Insurance?
Hello!

I will be travelling throughout Africa by
car.
And I thought of getting a Medical Insurance
just in case!
But will it be worth it, I mean what is the health service like down there in Africa?
Will I be fully covered if anything happens and require hospital treatments or need to be evacuated?
Does anyone know of a good Insurance company
in London(UK) with cheap prices?
Thanks
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 6 Feb 2005
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2000
Location: Gunma, Japan
Posts: 1,104
Many people travel without insurance. However, I saved a lot of money by having insurance. If you are in an accident that will require any medical treatment in a developed country insurance is a must. My two surguries for a seriously fractured collar bone would have cost me my whole budget for my trip or more.
I can't say about a life-threatening accident, but any serious injury will cost you a lot of money if uninsured. Some travel insurance plans have tie-ups with local hospitals that will allow you to be treated without having to pay the hospital and be reimbursed by the insurance company.
__________________
Japan touring information
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 15 Feb 2005
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Shropshire, Blighty
Posts: 346
http://www.gosure.com/

------------------
"There's no justice, just us".
2004 650 KLR, Venezuela
__________________
How much does a man live, after all?
Does he live a thousand days, or one only?
For a week, or several centuries?
How long does a man spend dying?
What does it mean to say “forever”? - Pablo Neruda
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 19 Feb 2005
DaveSmith's Avatar
Slacker supreme
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Sacramento, California
Posts: 410
I married a friend of mine just for medical insurance. She's got a good job (as a nurse at the same hospital Bullitt was filmed at) and now I'm covered under her. My girlfriend (at that time), and her boyfriend, were at the wedding. It was a very nice thing for her to do and if she's lucky, I'll get creamed by a car and the insurance will pay off her apartment.

Medical insurance in the US would cost me about $300/month and without a job, I can't afford it. I'm epileptic so the pre-existing condition makes it go up.

I thought people in civilized countries had health care for free. Did Blair take it away from you?

I'll sign up with Medjet when I leave Japan heading towards Italy. They'll cover me and will fly me back to the States if something bad happens. They're on the Medical Insurance link over to the left but I don't know what countries they cover.

--Dave

------------------
Trying to ride (and work) my way round the world on a 1965 Ducati 250cc. In New Zealand now. Japan in April. http://nokilli.com/rtw/
__________________
Not Ted Simon since 1970!
http://nokilli.com/rtw
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 19 Feb 2005
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Shropshire, Blighty
Posts: 346
Danasta's going to Africa, you plank! Things ain't that bad back in blighty yet... Unless I missed something?

------------------
"There's no justice, just us".
2004 650 KLR, Venezuela

[This message has been edited by Stretcher Monkey (edited 19 February 2005).]
__________________
How much does a man live, after all?
Does he live a thousand days, or one only?
For a week, or several centuries?
How long does a man spend dying?
What does it mean to say “forever”? - Pablo Neruda
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 20 Feb 2005
DaveSmith's Avatar
Slacker supreme
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Sacramento, California
Posts: 410
I thought national health care would cover overseas costs for most things but that's something that won't happen in my life time.

My "wife" works at a hospital which is involved with Medicines Sans Frontiers. She volunteers for that so maybe you met her in Guatemala. Bleach blonde punk rock nurse from San Francisco via Louisiana. Which means her hospital has health care that covers overseas expenses.

Plank? Not septic?

--Dave

------------------
Trying to ride (and work) my way round the world on a 1965 Ducati 250cc. In New Zealand now. Japan in April. http://nokilli.com/rtw/
__________________
Not Ted Simon since 1970!
http://nokilli.com/rtw
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 24 Feb 2005
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Shropshire, Blighty
Posts: 346
Alright Dave, I'd like to meet your 'missus', she sounds like a right game girl! Seriously, I do have a contact or two in Guat. but maybe you could pass on my e mail to her. I am still on the road, Colombia tomorrow, I would really like to see what MSF do there.

The 'plank' reference was to a short, wooden thick thing, not rhymeing, but all in jest nevertheless.

------------------
"There's no justice, just us".
2004 650 KLR, Venezuela

[This message has been edited by Stretcher Monkey (edited 23 February 2005).]
__________________
How much does a man live, after all?
Does he live a thousand days, or one only?
For a week, or several centuries?
How long does a man spend dying?
What does it mean to say “forever”? - Pablo Neruda
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27
Queensland is back! May 2-5
Ecuador June 13-15
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1
CanWest: July 10-13
Switzerland: Date TBC
Ecuador: Date TBC
Romania: Date TBC
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 14:51.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top