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Europe remains the destination of choice for UK holidaymakers. According to the Office for National Statistics, UK residents made an estimated 94.6 million visits abroad in 2024, with European favourites dominating the list. Spain, France and Italy were the top European countries to visit.
Europe remains the destination of choice for UK holidaymakers. According to the Office for National Statistics, UK residents made an estimated 94.6 million visits abroad in 2024, with European favourites dominating the list. Spain, France and Italy were the top European countries to visit.
As millions of Britons continue to travel to EU nations each year, understanding how healthcare works in Europe is vital. Gone is the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) and in its place is the Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). But what exactly is the difference between EHIC and GHIC? Read on to find out.