Living with a heart or circulatory condition doesn’t have to stop you from travelling abroad and exploring new places. The important thing to ensure is that you’re protected with the right level of cover, with suitable travel insurance. At Get Going, we want everyone to have the opportunity to go on holiday and that’s why we help to provide travel insurance for our customers with heart conditions, where possible.
Having a heart condition can often lead to many questions around your travel insurance, such as, can I get travel insurance with a heart condition? Do I need to declare my heart condition to my travel insurer? Or what’s the best travel insurance for heart conditions? That’s why we’re here to help and will try to answer your questions as much as we possibly can, whilst easing your concerns.
What cover is available when taking out a heart condition travel insurance policy?
Living and travelling with a heart condition doesn’t have to hold you back. Our policies are designed to give you the right level of protection and reassurance before you set off on your trip. Here at Get Going, we want to help you fulfil your travel goals and that means offering the right level of protection and cover for you.
Our policies are designed to offer suitable protection whilst giving you the assurance you need to set off on your adventures.
All standard travel insurance policies at Get Going include:
• 24/7 Emergency Medical Helpline
• 100’s of medical conditions considered, often for no extra cost
• Up to £10 million in medical cover available for declared and accepted conditions
• 100+ activities covered as standard
• Available for individual travellers, couples, families and groups
• All policies include a 14-day cooling off period – Giving you time to read your documents thoroughly and ensure the chosen policy is right for you.
• Take advantage of a 15% online discount, compared to our call centre prices.
• Travel insurance policies are also available for staycations, allowing you to take out cover for any Single Trip policy within the UK and any trip that is 3 days or more on an Annual Multi Trip policy.
Will having a heart condition affect my travel insurance?
Having a heart or circulatory condition could have an impact on the price of your travel insurance, depending on how severe your condition is. This is because having a current or pre-existing medical condition could result in you being more likely to need medical care whilst away. However, at Get Going we aim to ensure your travel insurance quote is affordable even when travelling with medical conditions, where possible.
The important thing to remember is when completing a travel insurance quote, you must declare any current, pre-existing or new medical conditions, even if you may feel it isn’t worth mentioning or it won’t be a problem whilst away. The reason being, if you fail to declare a medical condition and later require medical care whilst away or need to make a claim related to this condition, you may not be covered, leaving you to foot any associated bills.
Travelling after a heart attack can be worrying, however, our simple quote process and level of protection makes the travel insurance part easy – and that means, you can spend more time focusing on your holiday.
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Physical holidays with travel insurance for people with heart conditions
We’ve spoken to travellers and customers who have said that having a heart condition makes them more cautious of exercising on holiday, or opting for a more physically-challenging trip packed with activities. The reality is, a little exercise can be very beneficial for a heart condition, helping to reduce the risk of a repeat heart attack or worsening heart problems.
We’re all about enabling our customers to travel and explore the world as much as they can but it’s important with a heart condition to consult your GP before you head off on any adventure that is packed with physical activity, so you can get a fit to fly, as well as provide you with some reassurance before you set off. If you travel against medical advice, you will not be covered.
The combination of reassurance and advice from your GP as well as our travel insurance policies, will leave you jetting off with protection and freedom. Each of our policies can be tailored to you, and can have added extensions to increase cover. Read our policy wordings here to see optional extensions.
Why Choose Get Going Travel Insurance with heart Conditions?
Having a Heart Condition can make finding travel insurance more difficult and time consuming. Our policies aim to offer you protection for your holiday whilst leaving you confident that your condition(s) will be covered, so you can travel with a Heart Condition and any other medical conditions you may have.
• Rated 4.7 out of 5 (Excellent) based on over 7000 customer reviews on Trustpilot. $
• 24/7 Emergency Medical Helpline
• 93% of our customers rated us 4 or 5 stars $
• UK, Europe and Worldwide policies available
• Discounts available when buying cover online Ɨ
• Discounts on Couples & Family policies
Our top tips for holidays with heart conditions:
Traveling with a heart condition may require extra planning, but with the right precautions, you can have a safe and enjoyable holiday and journey. In the hope that travelling will be possible, we have put together some heart-friendly travel tips that may make travelling and your journey more comfortable and help you prepare for travelling with a heart or circulatory condition:
– Consult your doctor before traveling: Your doctor can assess your fitness for travel, especially for long flights, and make any necessary adjustments to your medication. Carry a letter from your doctor detailing your condition, prescribed medications, and any emergency instructions, which may be useful in case you need assistance during the trip.
– Plan your itinerary: Travel preparation for heart conditions is very important! When planning your trip, consider heart-friendly destinations. Avoid areas with high altitudes or extreme weather, which could put extra stress on your heart. Ensure there are healthcare facilities near where you’ll be staying. Build in plenty of rest time and avoid overly strenuous activities. Also, plan for easy access to transportation in case you get fatigued.
– Travel by air with caution: When flying with heart conditions, choose short-haul flights, if possible, to minimise time spent in a pressurised cabin. Opt for an aisle seat for easier movement, and get up frequently to walk around and promote circulation. You may also want to request special assistance from the airline to help with boarding and navigating the airport.
– Manage your medication: Make sure you have enough medication for your entire trip, plus extra in case of delays.1 Carry your medications in your hand luggage, along with a copy of your prescription. Ensure that all medication is suitable for the country you are travelling to and be mindful of time zone changes so you can adjust your medication schedule accordingly.
– Stay hydrated and eat heart-healthy: Dehydration can strain the heart, so drink plenty of water, especially on long flights.1 Avoid salty airplane food, which can increase blood pressure, and opt for heart-healthy snacks. If you have dietary requirements, notify the airline in advance to ensure a suitable meal is available.
– Pace your activities: Choose activities that match your energy levels and avoid pushing yourself too hard. Don’t hesitate to take frequent breaks, and consider travel plans that allow for rest days between more active sightseeing or events.
– Keep emergency contacts handy: In case of an emergency, know how to reach local healthcare facilities for cardiac care abroad and have your travel insurance information easily accessible. It’s also a good idea to carry a list of your medications and medical history in case you need urgent care.
By planning ahead and staying mindful of your health and using these heart health travel tips, you can enjoy your travels while managing your heart or circulatory condition effectively. Get a quote here today or speak with one of our friendly customer service team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ɨ Please note, Get Going ‘s online prices automatically include a 15% discount against our Customer Service Centre prices. This is discounted from our core policy price before you add any additional cost of optional extensions or additional medical premium.
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§ Up to £10 million emergency medical expenses on all single trip and annual multi-trip policies and/ or repatriation cover, where medically necessary. Cover limits may vary depending on the level of cover, please refer to our policy wordings for more information
§ Up to £5,000 cancellation cover if cancelling your trip. Cover limits may vary depending on the level of cover, please refer to our policy wordings for more information.
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