MODEL Abbey Clancy was taken to hospital on her Dubai break after she broke a nail.
The mum of four even had to be put on a drip after the acrylic attachment was ripped off when she hugged a friend.
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Abbey Clancy was taken to hospital on her Dubai break after she broke a nailCredit: F&F Swim CollectionAbbey pictured with her finger bandaged and dancing with daughter SophiaAbbey was away for New Year with ex-England footie star husband Peter Crouch and their family
Abbey, 40, was away for New Year with ex-England footie star husband Peter Crouch and their family.
But a night out with pals ended in disaster.
She said: “I had a serious injury. I ended up in hospital. I broke my nail. It sounds insane and I was so embarrassed going to hospital.
“We’d been out for a lovely meal. Tom and Kaz came back to our room, had a quick glass of wine. As she was going to bed at 11pm, I gave her a hug, and my acrylic nail bent right back. My whole nail came off.
“It was pouring with blood. Then it stopped and this nerve throbbed, which was going down my whole arm, down my shoulder, up my neck.”
She could not sleep due to the pain, but was unable to initially go to hospital as her kids were asleep in the suite.
She added: “The doctor came to the room at 3am, put me on a drip for painkillers. When we were calling down to hotel reception, I was like ‘Can we have some paracetamol?’.
“They said ‘We can’t give you paracetamol, we can’t give you ibuprofen’. So we had to wait for a doctor — that was two hours. Then the doctor came, and said, ‘I’m going to put you on a drip’.
“Then my friend picked me up at 8am, took me to the hospital. They injected my hand. I had to numb it.
“I’d been up from 11pm to 7am crying. It sounds ridiculous. The doctor was like ‘No form of painkiller will stop this — you need nerve blocker’. They removed my nail.”
Husband Peter, 44, told their Therapy Crouch podcast: “I had golf the next day. I went ‘Lads, I’m not going to be able to play, we’ve been up all night. Abs is in the hospital’. They said ‘Oh my God, what’s up?’
“I said ‘She’s broken a nail’. They said, ‘Are you actually joking?’”.
Abbey was later pictured partying with a bandaged finger beside daughter Sophia.
A TRAVEL expert has revealed the big mistake you are making when your flight is cancelled that could leave you stuck at the airport.
Thousands of passengers across the UK and Europe have been left stranded by cancelled flights in recent days, due to the severe weather.
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A hotel expert has revealed what to do if your flight is cancelled after thousands have been left stranded this weekCredit: AlamyNearly 2,000 flights have been cancelled this week at Schiphol AirportCredit: EPA
Booking online your own hotel is a way to beat the rushCredit: Alamy
He added: “This is when seconds might count and demand for rooms are at a peak, so there really is no time to be sitting on hold.
“Booking online is a much more efficient way to find rooms at short notice, and booking engines find a way to pick out the best rates.”
Airline KLM – which has been most affected by the Amsterdam cancellations – backed this up.
They said online in a travel warning: “If you need a hotel because your flight is the next day, the quickest option is to book one yourself and request reimbursement through our website.
“We recommend Booking.com to find suitable accommodation.”
Over the winter months passengers who are flying abroad face disruption because of worsening weather conditions such as snow and high winds.
It is worth checking the airport’s rules before travelling as some have already scrapped the 100ml rule.
For example, London Gatwick now allow passengers to bring liquids up to 2 litres with them, while London Heathrow are still following the 100ml rules.
And you will have to follow the rules of the airport you are flying from as well, whether it be Europe or further afield.
If you’re unsure, it is best to keep liquids under 100ml, and fitting in a plastic bag.
Can you fly when pregnant?
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If you want to sneak in a last minute flight while pregnant, you might be surprised by the rules.
Most airlines no longer allow pregnant people to fly if they are past 36-37 weeks, although this goes down to 32 weeks if pregnant with more than one baby.
Up until this point, it is okay to fly unless there are medical concerns.
And it is advised to check with your doctor ahead of booking your holiday too, just in case.
How long do you need on your passport to travel?
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Knowing how many months you need on your passport is a complex issue, so it’s no wonder people have headed straight to Google for the answers.
The answer is, it depends per country, with the usual time being between three months and six months.
Most of Europe requires Brits to have at least three months, while places like Egypt, Thailand and Indonesia require six months.
Some don;t require any – places like Barbados simply require you to have a valid passport, with no additional months enforced.
It is best to visit the UK FCO website and check the entry requirements before booking a holiday.
How much is travel insurance?
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Travel insurance doesn’t have to be expensive, but it does change depending on a number of factors.
Some of the cheapest prices can found for under £5, if you are going somewhere deemed safe, for a short trip.
However, the price of insurance can go up for a number reasons.
Older travellers or those with diagnosed medical conditions will have to pay more, as well as those going somewhere more dangerous or doing extreme sports.
And of course if you are paying for an annual insurance, or going away for longer than the standard holiday, these all make it more expensive.
It is best to go on a comparison website to find the best option.
You might need to have up to six months on your passportCredit: Alamy
These range from Sundays in January during the sales, or timing it six to 12 weeks before your holiday.
It all depends on your destination as well, as it can depend on the school break season where you are going.
Sadly, there is no straight answer for this, and instead you are better using a flight price tracker, so you are alerted to any big price drops so you can then grab a bargain.
Where to travel in February?
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February can be a great month for a holiday, as it is still off-season but most people have since had their first paycheck since Christmas.
If you want somewhere warm and not too far, the Spanish islands are a great bet – Lanzarote is often one of the warmest.
Or you can head to some of the nearer African destinations like Morocco and Cape Verde, with the later reaching 27C.
If you don’t mind going a bit further, it is one of the best seasons to visit Thailand and Vietnam too.
Lanzarote is a great short haul February destinationCredit: Alamy
What does travel insurance cover?
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This all depends on what kind of insurance you buy.
The cheapest is likely to cover lost luggage and basic medical expenses, as well as cover you for any last minute emergencies like cancelling your holiday.
This can include losing your passport, last minute hotels or cancelled flights.
Otherwise upgraded insurance policies can also cover for extreme sports or winter sports.
How to pack your suitcase
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If you want to stop paying for checked in luggage, there are some great tips on how to pack a suitcase.
One is to always roll your item, as you can fit in a lot more than if you fold.
Packing cubes are also a huge help in compressing your clothes down to fit more in.
And of course stuff your shoes where you can, to make up for the lost pace inside.
Keep some of your liquids in your handbag just in case – and remember to wear your bulkiest items on the plane.
Rolling and packing cubes are your friend for packingCredit: Alamy
