Prescription Medications
- Be sure to take enough prescription medications for the duration of your tour plus probably one or two week’s more supply of critical medications in case your return home is delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, such as hospitalization, etc.
- They should be in their original labeled containers with prescription details to avoid any questions as to their legitimacy.
- Be sure to pack them in your carry-on and not in checked baggage.
- Make a list of your prescription medications, including generic names in case you need to fill a prescription overseas.
Vaccinations
- Some countries require vaccinations and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization also recommend them for some nations, even if they are not required.
- For country-specific info: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country.html
Hospitals / Clinics
- Your tour manager and hotel staff can help you find the nearest hospital or clinic in an emergency.
Medical Insurance
- Most major medical insurance plans cover medical care provided during international travel for up to 30 days but check with your insurance carrier for their policies.
- In case you are not covered, you should buy a short-term international policy for the duration of your tour from companies such as the following below.
- IMPORTANT: Most insurance providers require you to purchase their travel insurance within 15 days of paying the first deposit in order for pre-existing conditions to be covered. Check with the insurance providers for full details.
Additional Resources
- Trip Assure – https://www.tripassure.com/main/
- AIG Travel Guard – www.travelguard.com
- Allianz – www.allianztravelinsurance.com
- IMG Global – www.imglobal.com
- U.S State Dept. – https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/go/health.html
LEGAL DISCLOSURE:
Victory Sports Tours does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any of the above information and is not responsible for any consequences resulting from any inaccuracies or lack of completeness in said information. The reader is responsible for verifying the accuracy and completeness of any and all information provided prior to making decisions and taking actions based on said information. Any and all consequences resulting from patronizing any of the named companies are solely the responsibility of the company providing said goods or services. Victory Sports Tours affirms that it has no financial interest in any of the above named entities, nor does it derive any financial benefit of any kind from travelers patronizing said entities, nor from recommending that travelers patronize said entities.