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Gransnetters share where they would like to travel in the world and what it is that's stopping them with Staysure

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LucyBGransnet (GNHQ) Mon 27-Jan-20 09:55:22

This sponsored discussion is now closed. Thank you to everyone who posted!

We all have a dream destination that we’d love to travel to - somewhere where you’ve always wanted to go, but never got around to visiting. While some would love to go on Safari in South Africa, others would be happier lounging on the white sand beaches of Greece. Whether you’d like to travel near or far, there can be many barriers to travel. Perhaps you simply don’t have the time to travel, or think that the total cost of the trip might break the bank? Or maybe you have fears about not being able to speak the language, or your health not being protected while abroad? With this in mind, Staysure would love to hear from you.

Here’s what Staysure have to say: “At Staysure, we believe that if something’s worth doing, then it’s worth doing right. That’s why our customers voted us the UK’s Best Travel Insurance Provider in the British Travel Awards.

We all want to be able to enjoy our holiday, knowing that we will be covered should something happen. We do not want to have to worry about possible repercussions and for that reason having good quality travel insurance should be a priority.”

If you could book a ticket right now, where in the world would you like to visit? What are the barriers that are stopping you from going (eg health, finances, mobility, fear of flying)? Is travel insurance important to you when booking a trip? Does travel insurance give you the piece of mind that you’ll be protected when abroad, or do you have some reservations about what will be covered.

So whether you want to take the trip of a lifetime or just a short weekend away, share below what it is that’s stopping you and you’ll be entered into a prize draw where one lucky GNer will win a £300 voucher for a store of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!
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Dapootz Fri 31-Jan-20 20:53:25

I would love to go to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. The thing that’s stopping me is money ?

kathward Fri 31-Jan-20 21:02:35

Disney World ( The Animal Kingdom) with my Grandchildren. We went a few years ago and to wake up and see zebras, antelopes. and Giraffes out of the window was wonderful.

xsophiefx Fri 31-Jan-20 21:08:35

America! I've always wanted to visit the Hollywood sign!

Rabbit Fri 31-Jan-20 21:32:13

I would love to explore the whole of Europe through different seasons: white summer nights in Finland, carnival in Venice, Easter in Spain and Greece, Christmas markets in Germany and Belgium, to name a few. A mature gap year would be wonderful! Of course, a comprehensive travel insurance is very important when setting off on one's travels.

Flickabella36 Fri 31-Jan-20 21:54:50

I saw a post from Instagram with a beautiful picture taken at Grand Tenton National Park. This is next om list places I want to go !

pfcpompeysarah Fri 31-Jan-20 22:39:21

Tough choice, went to Thailand last year and definitely want to go back there, but I would also like to take in Australia and Cuba, but I have just remembered my ultimate trip would be a to travel all around Italy, the lakes, the Amalfi Coast, Rome, Florence, Capri, Puglia, such a beautiful country, and the fab food doesn't hurt!

buckleycat Fri 31-Jan-20 22:56:48

I would love to visit the Isle of Skye - it looks so serene & beautiful. There are so many areas of natural beauty in the UK - in an ideal world I'd love to tour all those areas over the course of a year - life on the road - bliss!

AlysonH Sat 01-Feb-20 09:23:13

If I could go anywhere I would go back to South Africa and explore more of the country. We had a fantastic safari in Kruger National Park a couple of years ago. The only thing stopping us is the cost. Have not had a problem with insurance to date but always make sure we are fully covered for peace of mind.

Grannyjacq1 Sat 01-Feb-20 09:31:17

I would love to re-visit Penang and Singapore where I lived for several years when a child. I have never been back, as I tend to like to visit new places, but nostalgia is beginning to set in and I'd love to see how these places have changed. So what's stopping me? The lure of different countries to a certain extent still; money (there's a limit to how much I spend on travelling each year); an aged parent who still needs my care. Yes, I always get insurance to cover every trip - take it out at the time of booking or book with a company that includes insurance. My husband has pre-existing medical conditions, so insurance for him costs more, but definitely worth it..

AliBeeee Sat 01-Feb-20 09:34:49

Nothing stops me travelling really, it’s just fitting it all in. 2020 is already booked up with 2 trips to US and 2 trips in the UK. Top of the list for future trips are Bhutan, Botswana and South America. I always have a good annual policy which allows long trips away from home and worldwide cover.

searose Sat 01-Feb-20 09:36:28

I would love to visit Japan. What stops me is that I have to spend my leave visiting family and working for a charity my funds are limited.

valdumbpost Sat 01-Feb-20 09:45:58

I would love to go to The Calgary Stampeed it is definatly on my bucket list.

susiesioux Sat 01-Feb-20 09:48:11

I would go to Arizona to the dude ranch my husband and I went to for our 25th and 30th wedding anniversary.
I look after grandchildren three days a week so childcare for my son and his wife would be difficult
We also have a stressed and anxious at who hates it when we go away and it usually culminates in a trip to the vet to treat cystitis

marpau Sat 01-Feb-20 09:49:05

Would love to visit India but worry about taking ill as not confident of healthcare. It would need to be a super insurance policy so I know I would be covered.

joysutty Sat 01-Feb-20 09:52:57

Our regular place we both love is Malta where we go once a year to the same hotel, location. But i would love to go to the island of St. Lucia which is supposed to be one of the nicest places. We had issue last year as my husband was told he needed a pacemaker so couldn't get any insurance and our regular yearly one we have wouldn't cover him, so had to cancel our holiday in March, 2019. He got 2nd Holter monitior 24 hr test/readings done and was all clear on this one, so we then re-booked for October. But myself have a small gallstone which is not very irriatable now as changed to a low fat diet, with no spicy foods, but on the insurance had to buy from another company for just the 7 day holiday as an added extra as our regular yearly one wanted over £100 on top.

NanaNeets Sat 01-Feb-20 10:14:30

I would love to go anywhere as long as there was a wood cabin and a forest... the more remote the better! Money has stopped us from going anywhere due to my cancer diagnosis but it would be wonderful to just ‘get off the world’ and take time for the Hubby and myself.
Travel insurance, I feel, would make me feel comforted and secure in our travels

Worthingpatchworker Sat 01-Feb-20 10:18:14

Japan.....I would love to visit to explore their culture, textiles, crafts. I am fascinated by everything Japanese.

DillytheGardener Sat 01-Feb-20 10:23:56

I’d love to see Cuba, what’s holding me back? I have two dogs and the cost of pet sitters is prohibitive because they are to nervy to be sent to kennels. My children used to watch them but after next week it will no longer an option. A poster mentioned insurance further up, I’d never travel without it. A friend did and had a heart attack whilst on some island in the Pacific and the bills nearly cleaned the couple out.

Diggingdoris Sat 01-Feb-20 10:30:20

New Zealand is on my bucket list. DH has health problems and has no interest in travelling, so unless I could get someone to come and live in and care for him I doubt I will achieve my dream.

Paul2706 Sat 01-Feb-20 10:32:32

My most wished for on my to do list is the Northern Lights I have always been fascinated by this phenomenon but never had the finances to realise this ambition unless my guardian angel wins me the lotterysmile but maybe I will realise my ambition one day and achieve my goal not forgetting to ensure I am adequately insured.

Noreen3 Sat 01-Feb-20 10:32:59

I had many happy holidays in Ireland with my late husband.I have had a few short breaks in the Dublin area by myself,but I don't drive,I used to love it when we drove round the beautiful countryside.I want to visit Ireland again,and I'll make sure I do.But I'm limited by being a single pensioner with not a lot of spare cash.Another problem is that a coach trip may be a cheaper option,but I've never been on one by myself.I don't mind travelling by myself,but not sure about a coach trip.I'll get there somehow,it's my favourite place,don't need to go anywhere further away.

Angeleyes58xx Sat 01-Feb-20 10:51:44

My dream destination would have to be Hawaii, I would jut love ? to go there with there golden sans and sun ? I’d take someone for a romantic holiday.pure heaven!❤️?????????xx

Cambia Sat 01-Feb-20 11:02:49

Love to do a walking holiday in the Azores and go whale watching. What stops me is fitting it in! We spend time between the UK and Crete and also have a camper van, so need more months in the year!

Rcerst Sat 01-Feb-20 11:18:58

Japan but the cost is too high

ladytina42 Sat 01-Feb-20 11:55:32

I would love to go the Far East, Hong Kong and Singapore in particular, but it will be a long time coming for several reasons. The main being I am Coeliac and would panic about everything I eat making me ill and also I would hate to leave my dog for long so I guess I will just have to wait until the right time....