Planning a golfing holiday? Dont forget to pack your insurance

In the past few decades golf has certainly become increasingly popular for many reasons, but it is likely that one of the main driving factors behind its soaring popularity is the general decline in the cost of playing. Where once the sport was considered a luxury only available to those who had the means, which generally tended to be middle class men, now we are seeing the golfing world opening up to people from all echelons of society.

Similarly we are experiencing the same trend in the travel and leisure industry. Flying abroad used to be something that was not available to everyone, it required money that some people just didn't have. This conjures up an image that certainly is at odds with what is happening today, where flights are now at ridiculously low prices and in many cases flying is proving to be cheaper than simply catching the train, which can be extortionate.

So with golf and the leisure industry both offering affordable prices it seems that a growing number of people are deciding to take the chance to enjoy their sport abroad. And it's not surprising when you consider some of the perks of playing sport abroad, probably the most obvious of which is the weather. But whether you're flying abroad for your sport or even just visiting another part of the UK, then there's no doubt that golf insurance could take away the worry of travelling with your valuable golf equipment. As any golfer will know a set of decent clubs can cost a fair whack, and any regular traveller will know that airline companies are prone to either damaging or losing your property. So taking out an insurance policy that covers your clubs before going on your holiday could be a useful precaution to take.

This is not to mention the fact that medical bills in a foreign country can often be unsettling, and not everywhere is lucky enough to have a service such as the NHS. For anyone going on holiday travel insurance is essential as otherwise an accident can result in not just injuries to your person and your pride, but also to your finances. However, if you are taking a sporting trip then it is important to make sure that you are fully covered by your policy and the chances are that general insurance will not necessarily cover you against the types of injuries that you sustain when playing sports. Therefore specialist cover is a wise investment.