I've received a number of communications, both written and electronic from SCI re: Global Rescue services for its members. For the life of me I can't find anything on their website. There is something under The "Travel Protection" tab on Membership Services, but it never opens for me. I'm not sure who designed this website but it's terrible. For example, if in an emergency where you need information clear and simple how are you suppose to find it, the brochures from SCI tell me I should be able to. So my basic question is, do SCI members actually get a discount from Global Rescue, or is it the same as going to the GR's website and signing up? The frustrating part is that I've received all these communications from SCI indicating services from GR based on my membership and their partnership with SCI but I can't seem to find any information in this regard. If anyone can enlighten me, I'd appreciate it. A call to SCI's headquarters is next, but it's the weekend.

Regards,

Go direct to Global Rescue, avoid SCI. SCI is basically a scam organization these days scraping money off anyone they can. See the recents threads on their attempt to set a hunt brokering/agency to compete with their members and supporters.

For me, if SCI supports something, I go direct or go elsewhere.

Kambaku,

Thanks for your post and inquiring more about Global Rescue Services. My name is Kevin Helm and you can reach me at khelm@globalrescue.com or on my direct line +1.617.459.4204. I work with our hunting partners (outfitters, agents, organizations) here at Global Rescue and am happy to help answer your question regarding our relationship with SCI.

SCI members do not receive a discount from Global Rescue but all SCI members and their families have 24/7 direct telephonic access to the SCI Hunter's Travel Assistance Hotline ("Hotline"). Supported by Global Rescue and our worldwide operation centers, the Hotline provides a range of travel assistance services. Please note that the Hotline does not provide any medical advisory, Field Rescue or evacuation services.

Hotline Benefits Include:

Medical referrals: If medical care is needed, Global Rescue Operations Specialists will refer you to the nearest appropriate facility from within Global Rescue's international network comprising thousands of local hospitals, clinics, and Global Rescue Medical Centers of Excellence.
Legal referrals: The Hotline will provide a referral to a local lawyer or other legal professionals, should legal assistance be requested.
Emergency message relay: Global Rescue Operations Specialists will assist in receiving or transmitting emergency messages between a member, their family and/or employer.
Lost baggage search assistance: Provides assistance communicating with an airline for the return of lost luggage.
Lost passport and travel document assistance: The Hotline will assist in reporting, retrieving and/or replacing lost or stolen travel documents, such as passports, credit cards an,d airline tickets.
ATM locator services: Help finding the nearest ATM that accepts specific cards.

Additionally, SCI members have access via the Hotline to Global Rescue's GRID platform, which provides password-protected online access to travel intelligence, featuring:
Destinations– Offers details on countries of interest around the world.
Events– Provides real-time information and alerts on global events.
Country Risk Rating– Offers ratings on a scale from low to extreme.
General overview – Provides basic details, country map, and detailed risk overview.
Security assessment – Includes a security risk rating, security risk overview, details on events of terrorism or civil unrest, and advice for staying safe.
Health assessment – Outlines health risks, travel health advice, required immunizations, and medical facilities and services.
Entry and exit requirements –Includes visa information along with import and export restrictions.
Important numbers –Includes country code, emergency numbers, and embassy contact information.


SCI Members can also learn more by calling +1-617-426-6661. I hope this helps to answer your questions Kambaku.

Good Hunting,

Kevin