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How Spontaneous Activities Could Leave You Facing Rising Medical Costs Abroad
Declare all your medical conditions, warns the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). It’s a topic we have covered extensively here at Travel Insurance Explained…
The EU’s Entry-Exit System: Everything You Need to Know
The EES is set to launch this August and will affect the majority of British holidaymakers heading into Europe and the four Schengen countries – Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
Category: International Travel
Balearic Islands Introduce Tougher Alcohol Restrictions
In an attempt to curb the over-consumption of alcohol in some Spanish tourist hotspots, the Balearic Island Government has introduced tougher alcohol restrictions for holidaymakers.
Category: International Travel
Venice Introduces Entry Fee: What You Need to Know
In an attempt to curb over-tourism, day visitors to Venice will now need to pay an entry fee.
Category: International Travel
Travel in 2024: What Do You Need to Know?
With new travel rules and regulations in place, how can you make sure you are not caught out at the border this year?
Category: International Travel
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5 holiday scams and how to avoid them
Summer is upon us; despite the dismal weather we appear to have been graced with recently. With the UK expecting yet more rainfall over the next few days…
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Not Knowing These Rules Could Leave You Stranded or Facing Hefty Fines in Spain
Since the UK left the European Union, the rules for travelling abroad have changed and British tourists who are not aware of the new entry rules could face fines of up to £8,000.
Category: International Travel
Planes grounded as Storm Jocelyn batters the UK – what are your rights?
With many planes grounded and diverted, over the last few weeks, due to the extreme weather, what are your rights?
Category: International Travel, UK Travel
2023 Travel Trends and What Could Be In Store for 2024
Figures are showing a substantial rise in travel throughout 2023 compared to previous years as it becomes evident that we are now coming out the other side of COVID.
Category: International Travel
Is it safe to travel to Egypt as the Palestinian-Israeli conflict continues?
Egypt has been a popular winter-sun holiday destination for many years, but with the Palestinian-Israeli conflict intensifying daily holidaymakers are concerned.
Category: Disasters, Hotel & Airlines, International Travel, UK Travel
How will the fires at Luton airport impact my travel insurance?
Luton airports terminal 2 car park has partially collapsed after catching fire. The fire broke out on Tuesday the 10th of October around 9pm, engulfing the car park.
Category: Disasters, Hotel & Airlines, International Travel, UK Travel
Motorcycle Accidents Abroad: What Will Your Travel Insurance Cover?
Travel insurance, which offers protection from financial loss while abroad, has strict policies when it comes to riding motorcycles on holiday.
Category: International Travel, Medical
Hurricane Nigel is set to bring havoc to the UK this weekend
The Met Office has issued a warning as Hurricane Nigel is set to cause havoc across the UK in the coming days. Will travel be affected?
Category: Disasters, International Travel, UK Travel
Is it safe to travel to Marrakesh?
Almost 3,000 people have lost their lives following the earthquake that hit Morocco on Friday 8th September, but is it safe to travel?
Category: Disasters, International Travel
Holidaymakers warned to check their travel insurance for this crucial cover
Consumer awareness campaign, Which?, has found 4 in ten travel insurance policies do not cover holidaymakers if their travel plans are affected by airport or airline staff strikes.
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Holidaymakers warned to check their travel insurance for this crucial cover
Consumer awareness campaign, Which?, has found 4 in ten travel insurance policies do not cover holidaymakers if their travel plans are affected by airport or airline staff strikes.
Category: Hotel & Airlines, International Travel
Would you pay £10 now to save yourself £10,000 later?
The cost of an air ambulance from Europe to the United Kingdom is approximately €20,000. From the States, the cost of medical repatriation is significantly higher and is in the region of $100,000.
Category: International Travel
Airline giant, British Airways, cancels more than 100 flights
British Airways has not had the best of starts since borders reopened following the pandemic. Following a chaotic Easter Bank Holiday, the airline giant has now cancelled over 100 flights.
Category: Hotel & Airlines, International Travel
Five month wait for passports sees holiday spirits come crashing down
We are being warned of an “unprecedented demand” for passports. Kevin Foster, Immigration Minister, voiced the warnings and has said the demand is putting severe strain on the system.
Category: International Travel
Influencer slammed for flying in her third trimester: what are the risks?
Recently a 27 year old influencer was forced to defend herself after fans slammed her flying to the Maldives during her third trimester. Tammy Hembrow is currently 32 weeks pregnant with her third child.
Category: International Travel, Medical
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2023 Travel Trends and What Could Be In Store for 2024
Figures are showing a substantial rise in travel throughout 2023 compared to previous years as it becomes evident that we are now coming out the other side of COVID.
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2023 Travel Trends and What Could Be In Store for 2024
Figures are showing a substantial rise in travel throughout 2023 compared to previous years as it becomes evident that we are now coming out the other side of COVID.
Category: International Travel
100ml Limits Scrapped: What Are The New Rules?
Last year London City Airport ditched the 100ml liquid rule and this year both Luton Airport and London’s Heathrow are planning to follow suit.
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