Since Brexit, the EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) has been replaced by the UK GHIC (UK Global Health Insurance Card) for most travellers — unless they have a right to a UK EHIC under the withdrawal agreement.
Travel insurance guide for 2025 — best deals from Barclays to GoCompare As temperatures plummet and the UK braces for a snowy weekend, there’s never been a better time to plan your next holiday to sunnier shores.
The best time to buy travel insurance is as soon as you book your trip.
But before you grab your passport and book those flights, there’s one essential item you shouldn’t forget: travel insurance.
Many policies include trip cancellation coverage, which reimburses you if you need to cancel your holiday for valid reasons.
