With more and more festivals popping up, both in the UK and abroad, people are travelling far and wide in search of the ultimate festival experience. Whether you are planning a weekend catching the beats at one of the excellent dance festivals in Europe, or rocking out in the mud to your favourite band; it’s well worth being prepared so that you can relax and enjoy the party atmosphere. Read more
In an age where international travel is so effortless, it can be easy to forget about the comparative ease and simplicity of a domestic holiday. Often known as a ‘staycation’, UK holidays can prove every bit as exotic and exciting as one abroad, often for a fraction of the cost, and with far less associated stress! Staycations traditionally constitute staying at home, and visiting local, often overlooked attractions. So if the thought of long haul flights and having to learn the basics of another language fill you with dread, a staycation here in the UK could be exactly what you’re looking for!
Social media is now a key part in travel – not only do people use their channels to find destination inspiration and to discuss potential tips with friends, but also to share their holiday photos. One of the world’s most popular image sharing platforms is Instagram, and now a recent study has revealed the top UK locations and attractions based on uploads to the site.
If you’re thinking about taking a gap year then the perfect trip may sound something like; 12 months exploring every corner of the globe on a private jet, the only problem is you’ll need £220,000 to pay for the privilege.
A shocking majority of us do not take our annual holiday allowance, and instead let our precious days off fall to the way side. However, now there is a medical reason to ensure you take every last day – not going on holiday is bad for your health.
With so much choice available, it may be difficult to know which airline to choose to whisk you away on your once-in-a-lifetime trip. Should you look at price alone and risk a bad experience? Or pay a little extra for an amazing in-flight experience? Read more
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When the long summer days draw to a close and the nights become longer, we all must accept that autumn is just around the corner. However, far from mourning the end of summer we should be celebrating autumn in all its multi coloured glory! After all, there are so many destinations around the world which look their best during the fall months, and which are therefore perfect for a post-summer, pre-winter, getaway.
Did you take the time to research the local laws and customs of your destination before your most recent trip abroad? The Foreign and Commonwealth & Development Office (or FCDO) are assuming you probably didn’t, judging from the results of their recent research.
Discovering you’re expecting a child is an incredibly special time, and even more so if it is your first pregnancy. However, if you haven’t been pregnant before, travelling may cause added stress for expectant mums. To help ease the strain, here are our top travel tips.
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