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What is billiards?
Billiards is a cue sport played by striking balls across a cloth-covered table. The term can be used broadly for several cue sports, including carom billiards, pool and snooker, although insurers may list these activities separately.
Is billiards covered by travel insurance?
Recreational billiards is usually included as standard, although activity lists vary between policies.
Check that billiards is included under the policy you select. If you plan to play pool, snooker, or another specific cue sport, choose the activity that most accurately matches your plans when getting your quote.
Things to remember:
- Check that billiards is included on your cover
- Select pool or snooker separately where appropriate
- Check whether organised or competitive play is excluded
- Make sure there is enough space around the table before taking a shot
- Take breaks during longer sessions to avoid back, neck, or shoulder strain
What can travel insurance help with?
If you are injured while taking part in insured billiards, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Your policy can also provide cover for cancelling or cutting short your trip for specific insured reasons. Personal liability may be included, depending on the policy selected and the circumstances of the claim.
Some policies also offer Sports Equipment Cover, which may include billiards cues and related equipment. What qualifies as sports equipment and the limits that apply will depend on the policy selected.
Billiards FAQs
Is billiards covered as standard?
Billiards is usually included as standard, but activity lists vary. Check the applicable Policy Wording and make sure it is included under the policy selected.
Are billiards, pool, and snooker covered in the same way?
Not necessarily. Although they are all cue sports, pool and snooker may be listed separately. Select the activity that most accurately matches the game you plan to play.
Can I enter a billiards tournament?
Not necessarily. Some policies cover recreational play but exclude organised, competitive or professional tournaments. Check the applicable Policy Wording before entering.
Is personal liability covered while playing billiards?
Personal liability may be included, depending on the policy and circumstances of the claim. Check the applicable Policy Wording to see what applies.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if billiards is included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before playing.
