Survey Finds That Aussie Travellers Are The Pick Of Euro Thieves
/EINPresswire.com/ As they head off to enjoy the European summer, leading national insurer, AAMI, is warning Aussie tourists to be prepared for the dangers of travelling, with a 30% increase in travel claims between June and September compared to the rest of the year.
Just under half (43%) of all of the travel claims that AAMI receives each year occur during these four months over the northern hemisphere spring and summer.
Reuben Aitchison, AAMI Corporate Affairs Manager commented that the strong Australian dollar is seeing more and more Australians travelling overseas, perhaps for the first time.
"At this time of year we tend to see a spike in claims from Australian tourists who have been pick-pocketed while enjoying a break from the Australian winter. Australians who are taking advantage of the high Aussie dollar by travelling overseas tend to be both trusting and not used to having to worry about pick-pockets, making them relatively easy targets for opportunistic thieves," Mr Aitchison added
A common type of claim AAMI sees this time of year are from travelers who sprain or break their ankle when they get their high heels stuck in the cobblestone pavements of European cities.
"Some European countries, the UK in particular, have reciprocal health care agreements, however even something as simple as a sprained ankle or stomach bug can end up costing thousands if you have to visit a hospital or see specialist doctors," Mr Aitchison warned.
"Your holiday memories should be of the amazing experiences you had, not of the payment plan for an injury or illness you suffered while away."
Aussie travelers throw caution to the wind
AAMI's research also found that:
• 27% of travelers say they sometimes take risks they wouldn't at home
• 26% of travelers take part in adventure activities (such as skiing, bungee jumping or parasailing)
• 29% admit to sometimes having a few too many drinks while partying or attending an event overseas
• 44% sometimes go off the beaten track and just wander/explore while overseas
*Based on AAMI's claim data from May 2011 - May 2012.
** About the research
Newspoll Market & Social Research conducted an independent internet survey of 3,706 Australian drivers, 18 years of age and older, across a full national sample in 2012. Data was collected in line with ISO 20252 - Market, Social and Opinion Research and has been weighted with current ABS population demographics to ensure any extrapolation of results is representative of age, gender and area.
Established in 1970, AAMI is a leader in home insurance. Major damage to your home, or the complete loss of your home, can be devastating. At AAMI, we are committed to relieving your stress and helping you return to normality as fast as we can. Insurance issued by Australian Associated Motor Insurers Ltd (AAMI). Refer to the Product Disclosure Statement at aami.com.au or call 13 22 44.
Media Contact:
Reuben Aitchison
AAMI
02 8121 0414
http://www.aami.com.au
PR courtesy of Online PR Media.
Just under half (43%) of all of the travel claims that AAMI receives each year occur during these four months over the northern hemisphere spring and summer.
Reuben Aitchison, AAMI Corporate Affairs Manager commented that the strong Australian dollar is seeing more and more Australians travelling overseas, perhaps for the first time.
"At this time of year we tend to see a spike in claims from Australian tourists who have been pick-pocketed while enjoying a break from the Australian winter. Australians who are taking advantage of the high Aussie dollar by travelling overseas tend to be both trusting and not used to having to worry about pick-pockets, making them relatively easy targets for opportunistic thieves," Mr Aitchison added
A common type of claim AAMI sees this time of year are from travelers who sprain or break their ankle when they get their high heels stuck in the cobblestone pavements of European cities.
"Some European countries, the UK in particular, have reciprocal health care agreements, however even something as simple as a sprained ankle or stomach bug can end up costing thousands if you have to visit a hospital or see specialist doctors," Mr Aitchison warned.
"Your holiday memories should be of the amazing experiences you had, not of the payment plan for an injury or illness you suffered while away."
Aussie travelers throw caution to the wind
AAMI's research also found that:
• 27% of travelers say they sometimes take risks they wouldn't at home
• 26% of travelers take part in adventure activities (such as skiing, bungee jumping or parasailing)
• 29% admit to sometimes having a few too many drinks while partying or attending an event overseas
• 44% sometimes go off the beaten track and just wander/explore while overseas
*Based on AAMI's claim data from May 2011 - May 2012.
** About the research
Newspoll Market & Social Research conducted an independent internet survey of 3,706 Australian drivers, 18 years of age and older, across a full national sample in 2012. Data was collected in line with ISO 20252 - Market, Social and Opinion Research and has been weighted with current ABS population demographics to ensure any extrapolation of results is representative of age, gender and area.
Established in 1970, AAMI is a leader in home insurance. Major damage to your home, or the complete loss of your home, can be devastating. At AAMI, we are committed to relieving your stress and helping you return to normality as fast as we can. Insurance issued by Australian Associated Motor Insurers Ltd (AAMI). Refer to the Product Disclosure Statement at aami.com.au or call 13 22 44.
Media Contact:
Reuben Aitchison
AAMI
02 8121 0414
http://www.aami.com.au
PR courtesy of Online PR Media.
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