A holiday to Hogwarts is an exciting thought – and few people can say that they would not be interested in entering a magical world for a few days. But should the option exist for a real life holiday to Hogwarts, a few little mishaps could occur that ordinary UK travel insurance may not cover.
You’re likely to be extremely excited before your holiday starts, and as you make your way to Platform Nine and Three Quarters you’ll probably start to notice a few extraordinary people passing you by. Owls transported in cages, wire-haired grey wizards hurrying by with straggling children, and rats poking their noses out of small boys’ pockets are likely to be the sights that will meet your eyes. And if you’re a little nervous about running through the wall onto the mysterious platform, you can always ask a kindly witch for a few tips on crossing through.
Poltergeist Nicks Your Bag
Now, although this exciting holiday is likely to be a great overall success, entering a magical world for the first time will leave you vulnerable to the tricks of those who have been in the trade for a lot longer than you. As you arrive at the doors of this magical school, you should not be alarmed by the headless ghost, fondly known as Nearly Headless Nick, who may just soar straight through you. But these ghosts, if they catch on to the fact that you are new to the wizarding world, will be inclined to play a few tricks on you. For instance, your suitcase may just disappear entirely, right in front of your very own eyes. But don’t fear, because UK travel insurance policies will likely treat it as a stolen item, so while your holiday may be a little tricky without the contents of your bag, you might be able to claim it back when you get back home.
Broken Broomsticks
When it comes to broomsticks, you will probably want to get a good one like the Nimbus 2001, which may be a little pricey. And it may be rather difficult, if not impossible, to find a cheap travel insurance policy to cover a magical item, but there is no guaranteeing that your broomstick will be safe while you’re out on the Quidditch pitch. It may happen that a rather nasty witch or wizard supporting the opposing team will cast a spell on your broomstick, and your beautiful Nimbus will be ruined in an instant. So best beware, because if it can happen to Harry Potter, it can happen to you.
Spells Gone Wrong
Since you’re new to the magical world, using your wand even for the simplest spell just may backfire horribly. For example, as you cast your wand toward an unsuspecting frog trying to turn him into a prince, you may mispronounce the incantation, and the spell will be reversed and switched around, turning you into a frog instead! This, of course, would be a most undesirable situation, and you will need to seek medical help immediately. But with the brilliant wizards wandering within the Hogwarts walls, you’ll be as good as new in no time.
Patrick Chong is the Managing Director of Journey’s Travel. Their commercial travel insurance website, Insuremore, offers UK travel insurance for families, couples and singles with a quick and easy online claims feature.
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