Category: Travel Tips

Travel disruptions caused by storms affecting the UK are becoming more frequent. Storms used to be a seasonal phenomenon, with the majority arriving in the autumn and winter. Now they appear to happen at any time of year. Once-in-a-hundred-year events now seem to arrive every decade, or even more frequently. A storm warning is now… Continue reading Travelling to an Airport? What to do when there’s a Storm Warning

To Travel Abroad, you need a Valid Passport Gone are the days when a British citizen could cross international borders without restriction. In the past, sometimes it wasn’t even necessary to open your passport. Passport requirements for UK nationals are no longer so simple. With that in mind, here’s a practical guide to help you… Continue reading Passport requirements  – avoid falling at the first holiday hurdle

It’s hard to forget the commotion I triggered at airport security because of a first aid kit in my hand luggage for a flight to the French city of Grenoble. This was some time before airport security became really tight, but the use of scanners was well established. I was off to the French Alps,… Continue reading 3 Tips for an Easy Time at Airport Security

The Importance of Travel Insurance When planning a holiday abroad or travelling on business, securing travel insurance should be a priority. While most journeys overseas  go ahead as planned, a serious incident or unexpected expenses can be financially devastating if you don’t have insurance cover. Despite its importance, many people delay purchasing travel insurance until… Continue reading How to Buy the Best Travel Insurance (For You)

Picture the Caribbean. Pristine beaches, warm turquoise waters, calm tropical nights, and the ultimate in relaxed lifestyles. It’s an alluring mix of opportunities and cultures. Tourists visit the Caribbean year round to enjoy all of these, but it’s worth remembering there are distinct seasons, and some times of year are “better” than others. What’s the… Continue reading Should we holiday in the Caribbean in August and September?

Awareness of environmental issues continues to grow larger in our shared consciousness. This is partly because of the growing evidence of severe weather events linked to climate change. Also, never before has so much information been available. Not only is the environment rarely out of the headlines, but documentaries and travel programmes simultaneously describe the… Continue reading Eco-Tourism – Finding an Achievable Balance

Some of the UK news media seem to enjoy finding fault with EU regulations  – and sometimes that might not be so hard. In doing this their aim appears to be to increase concern among the public about how we, as individuals, will be disadvantaged.  In this context, I thought it might be worth unpicking… Continue reading The New EU Entry/Exit System? Just take it in your stride.

For UK holidaymakers, the frustration of high costs for peak season travel is a recurring complaint. From mid-July to the end of August, as well as around Christmas, Easter, and school half-terms, prices for flights, accommodation, and package holidays often soar. Families with school-age children frequently feel trapped. And even when they want to, they… Continue reading Peak Season Holiday Prices – Exploitation, or real costs?

Long haul flights are an exciting part of global travel. Once the prerogative of a fortunate few, long haul travel has been accessible to many more for several decades. No longer is it limited to Christmas in the Caribbean or dodging cold northern winters with a trip to Australia. Modern long haul flights offer remarkable… Continue reading 10 Top Tips for Long Haul Flights

Travelling to the tropics offers the promise of blue seas and sandy beaches, lush landscapes and vibrant cultures. The tropical environment also presents unique challenges best matched by careful preparation. Here are ten travel advice tips that will help you enjoy your trip to the tropics and get the best out of your holiday. 1.… Continue reading Travel Advice for the Tropics – 10 Top Tips