Brits would welcome breathalysers on the slopes

By Tom Farley, Fri 13 Jan 2012 - Published in Travel Insurance

Ski resorts are one of the most popular destinations for Brits wanting to escape the rat race and enjoy some relaxation.

However, many believe that ski culture is becoming more "aggressive and selfish" with alcohol being highlighted as the main cause of this problem. Research by travel insurance company MORE TH
Many have been injured as a result of high-speed collisions on the piste with 33 per cent surveyed saying that they have had a near miss as a result of people skiing dangerously on the slopes.

Matt Pernet, head of travel insurance at the company, said: "It's perhaps surprising how many skiers would like to see motoring style deterrents, checks and punishments introduced on the piste. Aside from the potentially life changing consequences of dangerous skiing, if someone is responsible for an accident and has been drinking they won't be covered on their insurance policy. "

People who spend their holidays skiing are being urged to take out the right travel insurance and not to rely on the European Health Insurance Card.

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