EasyJet has reminded passengers to carry out two essential safety checks before travelling this summer, as millions of Britons finalise their holiday plans ahead of the peak season.
The airline has published guidance on its website under a page titled “safety on your holiday,” outlining the two steps it considers non-negotiable for all travellers.
The first and most strongly emphasised recommendation is to take out comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking. “We cannot stress enough how important it is to take out comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking, to cover you in the event that something stops you going on holiday and of course while you’re away too,” easyJet said. The airline warned passengers to check that any policy covers the specific activities and sports they plan to take part in, noting that “the cost of international healthcare can be significant, and insurance does more than pay for it — it can also provide the support to get the best care and get you home afterwards.” EasyJet advises passengers to take a printed copy of their policy with them and save the emergency assistance number in their phone before departing.
The airline also reminded customers that a European Health Insurance Card or its replacement, the UK Global Health Insurance Card, is not a substitute for travel insurance. “Remember that a EHIC or GHIC only entitles you to basic state medical care in participating countries; it doesn’t cover you for repatriation,” easyJet said, directing passengers to the NHS website to apply for a GHIC if they do not already hold one.
The second check is simpler but equally important: leaving travel details with a trusted contact before departure. “Leave a copy of your travel details with your next of kin or an emergency contact,” the airline advises, ensuring someone at home knows where you are going and how to reach you in the event of an emergency.
The guidance arrives as June marks the beginning of one of the busiest periods of the year for air travel, with families across the country in the final stages of preparing for the summer break.
