Don't Forget Your Gap Year Insurance Cover!
When did the Gap Year become a part of our culture? Whenever it was, the gap year is here to stay for many young people wanting to sample different life styles, cultures and experiences before settling down to his or her chosen profession. With these fabulous experiences also comes an element of risk making the protection afforded by Gap Year insurance a vital part of preparing and planning for your trip.
Since we've developed a fair knowledge of gap year itineraries, 1 Cover automatically provide free medical cover for many adventure sports including white water rafting, bungee jumping, scuba diving and your favourite winter past times of snow skiing and snow boarding, with the option to cover your equipment. Check with our knowledgeable staff about the adventure sport you have in mind. As many young people travel as a backpacker - or even as part of a group of backpackers - we understand that you are travelling on a budget. Nonetheless, given the worldwide locations you will be travelling to, and the kinds of activities that will draw you, we strongly recommend you spend the extra to get the full security and protection of our comprehensive policy. As 1 Cover are still one of the cheapest - and certainly most reliable - insurance companies, by purchasing direct you will receive maximum benefits at some of the cheapest rates around - 66% cheaper than most travel agencies. Take a look at these few benefits:
- a list of Gap Year Insurance benefits that will make your parents smile and you breathe a sigh of relief in the unfortunate event you need to use them. Here's to a great year!
All travel has an element of risk. Thinking ahead and careful preparation will reduce the risk considerably in most areas. Precautions such as visiting your doctor and dentist and your local travel medical centre for all relevant treatment prior to departure, and checking with the NZ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade travel specific web site, www.safetravel.govt.nz, for the latest travel advice for your destination will go a long way to ensuring your trip is enjoyable and eventful for all the right reasons.
1 Cover NZ management and staff wish you a safe and happy journey. |