Everything you need to know about embassies
Learn the difference between embassies and consulates, and why you might need them when travelling.
What is ATOL protected?
ATOL stands for Air Travel Organisers' Licensing, a scheme that helps make sure consumers are covered if travel firms fall into financial difficulties.
What is ABTA?
Over 60 million people travel from the UK most years for holidays or business. The vast majority enjoy smooth, trouble-free journeys. Sometimes, though, things go wrong.
Gap year travel advice for solo travellers
Exploring the globe can be scary, but there’s so much to find at the edge of your comfort zone. We look at some of the top destinations to visit on your own – and share ...
What to do if your airline or holiday company goes bust
Finding out that your airline or holiday company has gone bust is a shock – especially if you’re on holiday at the time. But there are plenty of laws and regulations in ...
Don’t let illness spoil your perfect holiday – book an online doctor
There’s nothing worse than falling ill while away from home. Along with the worry of the cost of visiting a doctor and getting treatment, being poorly can put a real ...
4 travel money scams and watchouts: keep your holiday funds safe
Going on holiday is an exciting time for families. To make sure it stays fun, it's crucial to be aware of the tricks and traps tourists can fall foul of.
How to avoid holiday scams
We all look forward to our holidays. Unfortunately, though, more and more people are being affected by holiday fraud and scams. Read our guide to help avoid being left ...
Flight delays and compensation
Most of the time, getting a flight is a hassle-free event. If you only take hand luggage, have your boarding pass saved to your phone and everything’s running to plan ...
What you should do about delayed, lost or damaged luggage
The last thing you want to happen on holiday is standing the luggage carousel at the airport waiting for bags that don't appear. It's a huge inconvenience that can cost ...