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What is bowling?
Bowling refers to ten-pin bowling, where players roll a ball along an indoor lane towards ten pins. It can be enjoyed as a casual holiday activity or played in organised leagues and competitions.
Can I get travel insurance for bowling?
Yes. Recreational ten-pin bowling is usually included as standard, although activity lists vary between policies.
This activity does not include lawn bowls, crown green bowls or other bowling disciplines. If you plan to enter a ten-pin bowling tournament or organised competition, check the applicable Policy Wording before taking part.
Things to remember:
- Check the policy before entering a tournament or organised competition
- Wear suitable bowling shoes and follow the venue’s safety rules
- Declare any pre-existing medical conditions when getting your quote
What can travel insurance help with?
If you become ill or are injured during your trip, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment and other travel-related problems. Personal liability may be included, depending on the policy and the circumstances of the claim.
Bowling FAQs
Is ten-pin bowling covered as standard?
Recreational ten-pin bowling is usually included as standard, although activity lists vary between policies. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents.
Does bowling include lawn bowls?
No. Bowling refers to ten-pin bowling on this page. Bowls, boules, pétanque, or other bowling disciplines are usually listed separately, so make sure you select the activity you intend to do.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if the activity is included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Can I go bowling at a hotel or entertainment venue?
Casual recreational ten-pin bowling is usually included, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy.
Can I take part in a bowling tournament?
Not necessarily. Recreational participation may be covered while organised, professional or competitive play is excluded. Check the applicable Policy Wording before entering a tournament.
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.
