Being in the Assistance business, we have first hand encounters with thousands of people every year whose lives are turned upside down by mishaps that occur whilst travelling. Many of these people thought that “it wouldn’t happen to them”, but it did.
Fortunately, for the majority of travellers, their journeys are not effected by incident. More often than not it is purely about enjoying a holiday, or getting from A to B for a business meeting. However, for some people the travel experience turns out to be unforgettable for all the wrong reasons.
It could be something simple like bags being lost, flights being delayed, or, it could also involve more serious issues such as illness or accidents. Put simply, travellers should follow one simple rule. “If you can afford to travel, you can’t afford to travel without travel insurance.”
Compare these experiences….
Event: You arrive at your destination, but your baggage doesn’t
Uninsured:
You must rely on the airline to try to locate your bags, while you go out and spend your holiday money buying clothes and replacing things that have been lost.
Insured:
Mondial liaises with the airline to recover you bags and authorizes you to buy essential items, the cost of which is covered by your insurance policy, leaving you free to get on with enjoying your holiday.
Event: You fall ill upon arrival at your destination
Uninsured:
You don’t know where to go to get help. You may not be able to speak the local language and find it difficult to explain yourself and get to a health facility where you can get the treatment that you need
Insured:
One call to Mondial and we will recommend a suitable Health facility, arrange transportation if required and guarantee any Medical expenses on your behalf
Event: You have an accident or fall seriously ill and need to be admitted to hospital in a foreign country where medical expenses are expensive.
Uninsured:
Without proof of being able to pay, you may be denied proper medical attention. Assuming that you are admitted, you will have little or no control over the treatment you receive and will be expected to pay whatever amount is asked of you before being discharged. When you get home you could be left with a debt that could take years to clear
Insured:
One call to Mondial and we will make sure that you are admitted to a Hospital that is capable of providing the necessary level of care. If you have already been admitted to a hospital which we consider to be below standard, we will arrange for you to be evacuated to a suitable health facility. Mondial’s Medical Director will personally monitor your condition and the treatment being provided to make sure that you are properly cared for and receive only treatment that is relevant to your condition. Mondial will also guarantee your medical expenses and settle all charges directly with the hospital. When you are well enough to travel, we will bring you home. The only thing you have to worry about is getting well again.
Mondial is the only company in the Thai market that offers both insurance and assistance services under one roof. Mondial Assistance operates the world’s largest assistance network, ensuring that help is quickly made available to you anywhere, at anytime. Mondial is also a Travel Insurance specialist, and we offer a range of travel insurance products all of which provide excellent coverage at competitive prices.
Next time you travel, make a decision that you won’t regret. Make a small investment in a Mondial Travel Insurance product and make sure that help will be available to you when you need it.
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