Press Release
HistoryTV18 premieres season 8 of #RoadTrippinWithRnM
Mumbai: After seven successful road trips across the country,peerless flavour-hunters and entertainers extraordinaire, Rocky Singh and Mayur Sharma have their bags packedand are heading for hills in Season 8 of HistoryTV18’sdigital exclusive #RoadTrippinWithRnM.
Starting from the national capital, New Delhi, the life-long buddies will drive across the heartland of Uttar Pradesh and up the hills to picturesque Uttarakhand, to experience this young state’s ancient cultural history, natural beauty and spirituality, while helping themselves to generous helpings of all the great food on offer, on the journey. Viewers can follow the road trip from 25th May to 5th June, in near real time, across the social media accounts of HistoryTV18 and Rocky and Mayur.
In November of 2000, and are of 53,483KM was carved out of Uttar Pradesh to create Uttarakhand, the 27th state of India with Dehradun as its capital.However, the region’s history stretches far beyond antiquity.Ancient cave paintings and artefacts show that this beautiful landhas been inhabited since prehistoric times. Crowned by the Himalayas up north, Uttarakhand is where the Ganga and several other sacred rivers originate. Covered with forests, blessed with rich fauna and flora, the stateis a tourism and pilgrimagehotspot. FromCorbettto Kedarnath and Badrinath, Uttarakhand offers a long list of amazing destinations, attracting visitors from all over India and abroad. On the New Season of #RoadtrippinWithRnMthe audience will get a taste of the off-beat and the little-knownsin mountain state, as well as must-have experiences.
While in Nainital,the two travellers shallmake a stop at the iconic ‘Sakley’s Restaurant & Pastry Shop’, in Haridwarthey will show and tell viewers why ‘Mathura WalonkiPracheenDukaan’ is the stuff of legend. In Corbett National Park, they be on the lookout for its famous inhabitants andin gorgeousBinsar they will reveal one of Uttarakhand’s best-kept secrets – Mary Budden Estate – a century-old luxury retreat. The travel itinerary also includesBhimtal, Mussourie, Ranikhet, Dehradun with many a feast and flavour thrown in, before the inevitable descent into the plains.
Commenting on the launch of Season8, ArunThapar, President – Content and Communication AETN18 said, “Starting off in between lockdowns, as a show capturing the joys of a road trip and India’s incredible beauty and diversity, #RoadTrippinWithRnM has set a new benchmark of sorts for travel and food based original content. The content is created on-the-go, then processed and posted on social media in record time. The 800Million+Impressions, 220Million+Video Views and nearly 8Million Engagements are a testament to the series’ success.We thank our viewers for their love and trust, Rocky and Mayur’s easy camaraderie, subject matter expertise and trademark humour, along with HistoryTV18’s programming excellence in crafting differentiated, novel and immersive content experiences coupled with our best-in class reach on social media, makes #RoadTrippinWithRnM a category defining mobile-first offering.”
Speaking on the new season Rocky says, “A roadtrip means the open road, wind in your hair as you stand under a blue sky, being one with the journey and the experience. Laughter, new sights at every turn, a new roof over your head every night, new tastes and flavours. The world unfolds as the journey begins…music and a friend and not a care in the world … just the roadtrip! You coming along? The mountains beckon!”
Mayur adds, “What could be better than a roadtrip through the magnificent hills of Uttarakhand. Leaving the scorching plains for the winding roads, cool misty mornings, bonfire-lit evenings and delicious hill cuisines is our plan. Come share our journey, of food, fun and friendship on Season 8. This one will be really, really cool. Really ;)”
Follow #RoadTrippinWithRnM season 8 on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube starting 25th May.
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
