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Where to go and what to see? For some holidaymakers the question is a little more difficult in autumn! For sun-seekers the choices are obvious
...Organic September 2019!
It’s Organic September 2019! Organised by the Soil Association, Organic September is an annual month-long campaign aimed at encouraging more people to try organic products
...Know Your Numbers Week 2019!
So, what is “know your numbers week” we hear you say? Know Your Numbers Week is a campaign by the charity Blood Pressure UK, which
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Where does your holiday destination rank for healthcare? After all, the Association of British Insurers (ABI) have revealed that a UK traveller needs emergency medical
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When it comes to planning a flight with high blood pressure, those stats above might put you into a tail spin… But rest assured that
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...UK Heatwave: Your Guide for Coping with the Hot Weather
The summer has been unusually hot in much of Europe, and the UK is now braced for its hottest ever day… The Met Office estimates
...Medical Conditions That Prevent Flying & Finding Alternative Methods
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European city breaks are big business, and with so many great destinations to choose from travellers are spoiled for choice! So we’re helping you get
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Travelling can be a romantic activity at any time of year, but no more so than on Valentine’s Day. If you and your partner are
...How Bob Champion overcame life’s hurdles with AllClear Travel Insurance
Who is Bob Champion? Bob Champion MBE is a celebrated British jockey, who famously won the 1981 Grand National on his horse Aldanti and who
...Medical Conditions That Prevent Flying & Finding Alternative Methods
For many holidaymakers health plays a huge role in planning a trip. And for some, living with certain medical conditions mean’s they can’t fly to
...Ryder Cup Prize Draw 2018
How to win £100 American Golf vouchers We’re celebrating the Ryder Cup 2018 with a prize draw for £100 in American Golf Vouchers! All you
...Solo travelling for seniors
Why travelling on your own in your later years is wonderful after all The senior traveller going solo has many advantages. You have more time,
...15 books to read on your holiday in 2019
Stephen King once said: “books are a uniquely portable magic” and for most of us, having the time to read is one of the best
...Where you can mark the end of World War I in its centenary year
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down
...Why a bucket list is so important and how to plan one
What is a bucket list? Perhaps you remember the 2007 film of the same name? Starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. The idea of a
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Did you know… The most popular destination for Brits this summer is Spain! But which holidays are on your ALL TIME bucket list? Vote on
...Enter Our Best Pet Photo Competition
It’s National Pet Month! Is your pet paws-itively beautiful? Or perhaps a little ruff around the edges? Either way, this is their moment to shine!
...Top 5 holiday destinations if you’re over 70
The trips you should consider for your next holiday Holidays can prolong your life – it’s true! Research by Dr Filep in 2010 found that
...Mature Rockers Ruling the Festival Scene
Glastonbury is over for another year, so we thought now was the perfect time to pay tribute to it. Glastonbury is one of the world’s
...10 of the best Christmas markets in Europe
No December would be complete without a visit to a Christmas market. With lights illuminating festive decorations and the buzz of a crowd, it’s enough
...Announcing our prize winner for September!
Drum roll please… It is time to announce the winner of our Trustpilot prize draw for September! Every single one of you who writes a Trustpilot
...How to enjoy this summer without watching the World Cup
Friend of AllClear, Diana Morgan is a blog-post writer, social media marketer, and eco-retailer. In this guest post, she shares her tips for how to
...3 top destinations for travelling with children
Bringing young children on a big family holiday can give you wonderful moments for the photo album. But get your planning wrong, and you’ve got
...12 tips for travelling with someone who has dementia
We all complain about it – but travelling to our holiday destination can actually be quite fun. It’s not just a means of getting to
...10 things not to say to someone with a heart condition
A heart condition can refer to an umbrella of disorders affecting the heart, such as cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, and heart attacks. Within
...Know Your Numbers Week 2019!
So, what is “know your numbers week” we hear you say? Know Your Numbers Week is a campaign by the charity Blood Pressure UK, which
...How to be a holiday eco-hero
“The environment is where we all meet, where we all have a mutual interest. It is the one thing all of us share.” – Lady Bird
...Avoiding travel insurance claim disputes: Our top tips
Our top tips for avoiding travel insurance claim disputes Our research shows that almost three quarters (73%) of holidaymakers fear that their insurers will not
...Travelling with an angioplasty: From presidents to print salesmen
Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and angioplasty. Words you don’t often hear in the same sentence… So you may be surprised to discover that, despite
...Why you shouldn’t take seashells from the beach
A lot of us will remember family holidays on the beach where we first collected seashells in a bucket! And for some, collecting shells becomes
...Find out how 55 year old Catherine enjoys fabulous holidays after cancer
Our customers are more adventurous than ever! We’re proud to see many of them still getting round to those trips of a lifetime in far
...Organic September 2019!
It’s Organic September 2019! Organised by the Soil Association, Organic September is an annual month-long campaign aimed at encouraging more people to try organic products
...Travel Insurance: Winning hearts and minds
Below is a customer story from Michael Burt, a man who received the country’s first-ever beating heart transplant and wanted to travel to the US.
...The best destinations for travelling with pets
Phone? Check. Keys? Check. Passport? Check. You’re all set for an exotic adventure abroad, except for one thing: what to do about the dog? In
...Guest post: Holiday without MSing all the fun!
by blogger Lisa Helms Travelling when you have Multiple Sclerosis can feel a little nerve-racking. I used to be absolutely petrified of travelling with this
...5 Golf Courses to Add to Your Bucket List
“A bad day golfing is better than a good day at work” or so the saying goes. Plus, playing on a world-class course makes it
...Best Art and Culture Tours Around the World
From museums to art galleries, ancient ruins to mind-blowing feats of engineering and superb architecture, we often see art and culture all around us on
...A Guide to Insurance When Airlines or Travel Companies Go Bust
Holidaymakers are increasingly choosing to make their own travel arrangements, booking flights, accommodation, and extras separately. In recent years we’ve seen the collapse of several
...Annual multi-trip travel insurance: Saving you time and money
Why do we buy travel insurance? According to many studies, we buy travel insurance because: We want protection against unexpected emergencies We want to get
...Double award winning AllClear – Gold at industry awards!
We are delighted to have won two awards at the Insurance Times Awards 2018! AllClear won GOLD for Personal Lines Broker of the Year, and gained the Silver
...12 top tips when you’re travelling with a disability
Planning for a holiday when you have a disability If you are one of the millions of people around the world who have the time
...Have you checked if your holiday is ATOL protected?
ATOL protection – What it is and why it’s Important Aside from travel insurance, when planning your trip it’s wise to check the ATOL status of
...6 disability travel blogs you need to read
Everyone loves to travel, meet new people and try new things. These bloggers are not letting anything stop them from seeing the world. They are inspirational,
...5 top tips for buying the right travel insurance
Naturally, the first thing many people check is the price of the quote, but how often do you really explore what you’re covered for? Research from
...10 things not to say to someone with cancer
From an early age, we all have some awareness of cancer. The UK’s Office of National Statistics estimates that 822 new cases of cancer are
...Single trip versus annual multi-trip cover
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...Retired Judge Rules Specialist Travel Insurance Value for Money
Richard Davis, a retired judge from the South of England, was diagnosed with cancer in 2016, and told he had another entirely separate cancer just
...10 things people with diabetes want you to know
Within the UK around 6% of the whole population has diabetes. That’s quite a lot for just one medical condition! Roughly 3.5 million people in fact, across
...Holiday Ideas & Destinations For Older Couples
Travelling as you get older can be full of new experiences. Low cost airlines have made more destinations accessible than ever before – and if
...Exploring Europe in a campervan: A customer story
Sue Ashmore and her husband Roger have always travelled. They own a campervan and have holidayed all over Europe, including France, Spain, Italy and even
...Wow us with your holiday snaps and win £100!
Got the January blues? Sick of hearing about Brexit? No doubt we all are, so let’s talk about holidays instead and the chance to win
...The top 5 city breaks in Europe
Looking to escape the daily grind? Check out these getaways for a new city experience in Europe Here are five fantastic city escapes in Europe
...Travel Vaccinations Guide
Whether you’re soaking in the atmosphere in India or heading to the vineyards of South Africa, you’ll need to think about travel vaccinations. Different countries
...The best and worst destinations to fall ill on holiday
Where does your holiday destination rank for healthcare? After all, the Association of British Insurers (ABI) have revealed that a UK traveller needs emergency medical
...A Guide to Holidays and Brexit
Stepping away from the commotion at Westminster , and the latest political moves, most of us are concerned about how Brexit could affect everyday life,
...Do I Need Travel Insurance? Is It Worth It?
How Much Travel Insurance You Really Need So you like to travel but every travel insurance policy feels the same… You choose the cover which
...Do you need cycling travel insurance?
Cycling holidays can offer an idyllic and healthy way to explore a new destination. But do you need cycling travel insurance? The short answer is:
...The ‘new’ most romantic destinations in the world
Looking for a romantic getaway? You probably think Rome and Paris are synonymous with romance… but in 2019 there are so many other places you
...Announcing the winner of the April Trustpilot Prize draw
Gather around! It is time to announce the winner of the AllClear Travel Trustpilot prize draw for April. Every single one of you who wrote a Trustpilot
...Top 10 Best Holiday Gadgets
We live in the age of the gadget. Whatever your needs, it seems there is a piece of kit out there to cater for it!
...Will your EHIC card still be valid after Brexit?
You might think you’ve heard enough about Brexit over the last couple of years, and particularly the last couple of weeks! And yet there are
...Top 10 safest countries to visit in the world 2018
Safety is a number one priority for us on holiday. Or at least it should be! You might think that staying close to home in
...Passports for cruises: When you’ll need them
Taking a cruise is up there with the most luxurious types of holiday one can have. The possibility of all inclusive food, accommodation and entertainment,
...Can You Fly With A Blood Clot?
All you need to know about flying after a stroke Many holidaymakers ask, “Can I fly after a stroke?” And the short answer is yes.
...7 ways to save money when travelling
How to keep your money in your pocket and your feet travelling Going on holiday is probably the best way to forget about the worries
...New study discovers how holidays help you live longer
We all know a holiday does you good! Yet a new study has discovered how holidays can signifcantly extend your life… according to long-term research
...Interview with Denise Waterman: Star of AllClear’s TV Advert
Denise Waterman, 57, is an acclaimed musician, actor, presenter and model. You may recognise her from the latest AllClear advert – or perhaps Top of
...Travelling with metal implants
Thousands of people across the world travel by air with metal implants every day. Whether you’ve had a knee or hip replacement, or another type of
...Everything You Need To Know About Fit To Fly Certificates
The first step for planning any holiday with a medical condition is confirming you are fit to travel. This can be checked by simply speaking with
...How do you spend money when on holiday?
We at AllClear have been looking at holiday spending money this month and are considering the launch of our own dual-branded pre-payment currency card. Having
...Martin Lewis talks specialist travel insurance
“You have a pre-existing condition… You’ll be looking at some form of specialist insurance policy to get the price down, places like AllClear Travel…” – Martin Lewis
...Your holiday checklist
Making sure you’re fully prepared for your trip If you’re still to head off on a holiday, then you’re probably thinking about getting organised and everything
...The Best Autumn Holiday Destinations
Where to go and what to see? For some holidaymakers the question is a little more difficult in autumn! For sun-seekers the choices are obvious
...2019 travel resolutions: travel more and better in 2019
A new year brings a wealth of new opportunities. Here’s why travelling more and better should be your top New Year’s resolution. Broaden your horizons
...Five stunning wedding locations to rival the Royal Wedding
With the world eagerly watching another Royal Wedding, fiances might look on in envy at the location of Windsor Castle for Prince Harry’s and Meghan
...Most popular holiday spots this summer
Have the latest travel trends over taken our traditional favourites? Travelling the world is no longer just a dream for the few. Exotic and far
...Travelling the world when you have rheumatoid arthritis
This blog tells the inspirational travel story of an AllClear Customer, Patricia Senior. The obstacle of getting travel insurance for medical conditions Having suffered from
...Finding happiness after cancer
Friend of AllClear, Avril, was previously diagnosed with cancer. After overcoming active treatment and her fears for the future, she launched a centralised information site for
...Which countries require you to have travel insurance?
You wouldn’t be surprised to hear AllClear recommending travel insurance! But did you know… For many countries you are now required to show proof of
...Airports Improve Accessibility for People with Disabilities
The UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) has published its fourth annual report on how user-friendly and accessible the UK’s largest airports are for people with
...Tips for flying with COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects millions of people around the world, including more than 2% of the UK’s population. If you have COPD, you’ll
...Best St George’s Day Celebrations around England
April 23 is St George’s Day, the day of England’s patron saint who, according to legend, slayed a dragon using little more than faith and
...The UK’s best staycation destinations
Going on holiday doesn’t always have to mean packing for a far flung trip and getting on a long-haul plane. The UK is full of
...Can I fly after a stroke?
A stroke can have an impact on many aspects of your life, including when you’re able to travel again. But as the saying goes,
...Unconventional travel ideas for all the family in 2019
There’s nothing quite like new experiences! Which is why in 2019 holidaymakers are increasingly getting out of their travel comfort zones in favour of unconventional
...Holiday planner and packing checklist
With our handy travel planner and packing checklist it’s easy to organise your holiday and tick off all the essential tasks you need to complete
...When you can fly after having DVT
How long you need to wait for a holiday Up to one in every 1000 people are affected by Deep Vein Thrombosis in the UK
...UK Heatwave: Your Guide for Coping with the Hot Weather
The summer has been unusually hot in much of Europe, and the UK is now braced for its hottest ever day… The Met Office estimates
...Guest blog: It all started with a hat
Friend of AllClear, Avril, tells her very personal story about setting up Cancer Central, a centralised source of cancer information from point of diagnosis, treatment
...A holiday disaster averted – an AllClear customer story
Read George Stewart’s AllClear customer story. He loves to travel to Costa Adeje, but on one particular occasion, what could have been a holiday disaster, was
...Top 5 travel destinations for spring 2019
With promise of sunshine returning and with holiday costs still relatively low pre-summer, spring is an amazing time to get away for a break. Most
...How to enjoy worry free holidays with your pet at home
Us Brits are a nation of proud animal lovers. So when it comes to going on holiday, leaving them behind can be a painful wrench!
...Flying with High Blood Pressure
When it comes to planning a flight with high blood pressure, those stats above might put you into a tail spin… But rest assured that
...Solo Travelling Over 60 – Singles Holiday Ideas / Inspiration
The saying goes that life begins at 40, but it’s often those approaching retirement who have the most freedom to travel the world. Still those
...Over 50s guide to travelling in Spain
For the mature UK traveller, Spain has long been our most popular holiday destination! And it’s not only us that love it’s picturesque beaches and
...Over 70’s Couple with Multiple Medical Conditions Keep on Cruising
Graham and Gillian Ackrill are both in their seventies, and like many their age live with multiple medical conditions. Still, they don’t let that stop
...Best Food Tours Around the World
Sampling the local cuisine on holiday is one of the best ways to learn about a city’s culture. Or at the very least, a great
...Top 10 Places in England for History Lovers
England is steeped in history… From castles to cathedrals, Roman ruins to coal mines – this small island has seen its fair share of action
...Your travel medicine bag
Your travel medicine bag Being prepared while on the road Where you’re going on holiday and what’s in your travel medicine bag matters. Did you
...Announcing the winner of the February TrustPilot Prize draw
Drum roll please! It’s time to announce the winner of the AllClear Travel TrustPilot prize draw for February. Every single one of you who wrote a TrustPilot
...Enter our Easter Prizedraw
a Rafflecopter giveaway Good luck! We’ll be announcing the winner on Tuesday 3rd April via social media. In the meantime look out for other discounts,
...The 6 best travel destinations for seniors
Senior travellers are an important niche within the travel industry, and for good reason: they tend to have the time and money to travel to
...Finding the Right Diabetes Travel Insurance: Nita Evan’s Story
Family Holidays in Doubt When her son Arran was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 15, Nita Evans was worried the family might struggle
...The 5 best ecotourism holidays for mature travellers
At first glance, ecotourism might seem like a young person’s game… Trekking up mountains, slashing through jungles, exploring caves and many other common ecotourist activities
...Announcing the latest AllClear winners!
Drum roll please… It is time to announce the winners of our Trustpilot prize draws in May and June – and the winner of the
...New Group to Support Access to Travel Insurance for Vulnerable Customers
A new working group comprising leading medical charities, the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) and AllClear Travel Insurance, has been formed to help those with
...Heart transplant patient challenges scariest Disney rides
Below is a blog contribution from Nurse Nicola Hague, a heart transplant patient who had a devastating stroke at the tender age of just 18
...What Is Curtailment? Do All Insurance Policies Cover It?
As the author Hans Christian Andersen said: “To travel is to live.” And we Brits tend to agree, with 15% of us holidaying abroad
...Travel the UK with your pets
The perfect holiday is one that the whole family can enjoy together. So as travelling abroad with pets can be a little tricky, more and
...Do I need travel insurance for Europe?
How to choose the right cover for a European holiday Each country in Europe has different healthcare systems, EHIC rules and crime rates. And
...Travelling with a mental health condition
How to manage your mental health condition on holiday Travel is an opportunity for new experiences, relaxation, and a re-charge of your well-being. In fact,
...Do you consider the level of healthcare in a destination before you choose to go on holiday there?
The weather, the culture, sightseeing, the food, a friend’s recommendation and how long it takes to get there may all be things you’ll be considering when
...Tips for travelling with the grandchildren
Do you have a fun summer planned with the grandkids? Spending time with the grandchildren during their summer school holidays can be so much fun,
...Staying healthy while travelling
Staying healthy while travelling isn’t something you necessarily want to think about, but it is definitely worth it! Below are some easy to implement tips
...Living with a Stroke
Living with a stroke isn’t easy, but with the right information and support, things can start to feel better soon. Those who are living with
...Double lung transplant recipient travels the globe with the help of AllClear
Double lung transplant recipient travels the globe Her dilemma After receiving a double-lung transplant in 2009, Kirsty Geddes, now in her late 20s, was more
...The best reasons to holiday abroad at Christmas
Christmas is a special time of year… Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, leftover turkey and the return of The Pogues. What more could you
...Celebrities Turning 50 in 2018
2018 – another year, and of course, another birthday. For some there will be important milestones, like sweet 16 and 21. For others a number
...Top 5 wine tours in Europe
One of the greatest writers of the 20th century, Ernest Hemingway, once said of wine: “It is one of the most civilized things in the
...How Long After Hip Replacement Can I Fly?
Hip problems are no surprise when you consider the pressure we put them under over a life time! But it still might surprise you that
...Protect yourself from these 7 travel scams
Don’t fall victim to these travel scams Travel is an amazing part of life. The chance to experience new cultures and see new sights is
...Inspirational travel stories: Adventures after 70
Below is Chris Smith’s AllClear customer story. He is an avid traveller who did not let age or medical conditions cut short his adventures When
...The Most Beautiful Small Towns in the UK
Looking to make the most of summer in the UK? There’s plenty to explore outside of the usual big cities. Don’t forget about the picturesque
...Preparing for a holiday when you have a medical condition
Preparing for a holiday is exciting! You’ve chosen this year’s adventure, and you’re putting the final details in place for what you hope will be
...Travelling with medications: How to pack your hand luggage
A missing tablet can be a lot worse than forgetting a towel! So packing takes on a whole new priority when you’re travelling with medication.
...Announcing our prize winner for August!
Drum roll please… It is time to announce the winner of our Trustpilot prize draw for August! Every single one of you who writes a Trustpilot
...The most popular Spanish cities for holidaymakers
Spain continues to be an immensely popular destinations for tourists: with 81 million visitors worldwide flocking to the country during 2018. For us Brits, Spain also
...Christmas at home versus going on holiday
Christmas is a special time of year… Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, leftover turkey and the return of Mariah Carey. What more could you
...A holiday for ME
Friend of AllClear, Katy Lassetter, is a blog writer with an impressive portfolio of publications throughout the UK. In this guest post, she shares her
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