Bahamas

yaz2010

Hi Members,

I am travelling to Bahamas for the first time in January?

Do I need to take any vaccination?

Also my travel insurance has run out? Is that mandatory?

Many thanks.

Caz3121

http://www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk/destinations/caribbean/bahamas.aspx

Insurance is not mandatory but you need to weigh up the risk of what you stand to lose in a situation where it was needed v's the policy premium

cancelling in advance...say you break your leg 2 days before travel, how much would you get back (maybe some airline taxes) so how much would you lose?
ill on holiday and need to see a doctor, how much would this cost you?
need to change return flight due to tragedy at home, price up a last minute one way flight?

I would not even consider travelling with no insurance

yaz2010

Thanks Caz. I am not able to understand regarding the vaccination.

Do I have to or not ?

yaz2010

FYI: I have decided to take insurance. Better safe than sorry.

Voyager2002

yaz2010 wrote: »

Thanks Caz. I am not able to understand regarding the vaccination.

Do I have to or not ?

Ask your GP.

Caz3121

yaz2010 wrote: »

I am not able to understand regarding the vaccination.

It is recommended that you consult with your General Practitioner or Practice Nurse 6-8 weeks in advance of travel

As you have less time than that, you can only hope that you don't need any that must be given weeks in advance