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Tourists targeted by thieves for valuable gadgets
16 June 2005  The importance of taking out holiday insurance before jetting off on holiday has been emphasised by the latest story of theft on European beaches.

Hundreds of teenagers descended upon a beach near Lisbon, Portugal, in order to rob beach goers of their valuable possessions, in what has been termed a "steaming" attack.

The need for holiday insurance was further highlighted by recent research from Direct Line Travel Insurance.

The study showed that an estimated 38.3 million Brits intended to pack iPods, mobiles, digital cameras and laptops in their suitcases, with some 32 per cent taking away more than £500 worth of goods.

However, 34 per cent of those who suffered gadget theft while abroad failed to take out any holiday insurance and were left facing hefty bills to replace their belongings.

Chris Price, head of Direct Line Travel Insurance, said: "Holiday theft is on the increase as holidaymakers are becoming more and more reliant on gadgets such as mobiles and iPods and want to be able to use the technology whether at home or abroad."

"However, while they're spending a small fortune on these gadgets, many still don't take out the necessary insurance cover to protect them while they're away," he added.
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