11/06/2024
Planning a long-term houseboat trip requires careful preparation, especially considering health and insurance considerations. The following guide can help you decide what to do first in relation to medical care, health insurance and travel insurance.
Comprehensive health check-up: complete a comprehensive health check-up before travelling. Ask your doctor for advice on health risks and recommendations related to travel. Bring your medical records, including chronic diseases, allergies, vaccinations.
Necessary vaccinations: consult your doctor about which vaccinations you may need, especially if we are sailing in areas where specific diseases are common during the trip.
Prescriptions: Get enough medicine, ask your doctor for detailed medical records in case of an emergency.
Health insurance: make sure that your insurance covers international travel, check that your insurance covers any special needs, keep the insurance policy and all related documents with you.
We covered this in more detail HERE.
You can feel safe and comfortable on a Victoria Cruises houseboat, no matter what your special dining needs are. Be sure to make a list of your dietary requirements and let us know at booking@victoria.cruises
Blog post about the special diet: Food allergies, food intolerances, plant-based and religious nutrition.
During long-distance sailing, the selection of insurance requires special attention. It is important that travel insurance covers emergency medical care and rescue, if necessary, especially for sea travel. It is worth comparing the offers of several insurance companies and choosing a company that specifically offers insurance tailored to long-term shipping.
Check that your insurance covers your intended destinations, especially if you are traveling to exotic or dangerous areas The conditions of the insurance must be examined to see if it covers the special circumstances of being on a cruise ship.
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Packing for a houseboat requires serious planning and thought. Here is a detailed guide to help you carry everything you need while minimizing space requirements and ensuring comfortable living conditions.
Use of space: use a vacuum-sealed bag for packaging.
Layering: pack in layers to easily adapt to changing weather conditions.
Organization: organize your wardrobe according to each season and label each storage container.
These guidelines will help you get everything ready for your move to a Victoria Cruises Houseboat and enjoy your adventure without missing anything from home.
Author: VCL team
11/06/2024
