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Best-value family holidays 2025
Looking for an affordable family getaway? Our latest report highlights where your holiday budget will stretch the furthest.
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Our travel reports and surveys
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Post Office Travel Money Ski Report 2025
Discover the best value European ski resorts for adults and families of four.
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Christmas Markets Report 2024
Planning a short trip to get into the Christmas spirit? The Post Office Christmas Markets Report shows where you can get the best value for your money.
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City Costs Barometer: the best value city breaks
Eastern Europe once again leads the way for the best value city breaks in 2025. And this time it’s Riga in Latvia that tops the table.
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Autumn sunshine report – which islands offer best value for tourists?
Post Office Travel Money unveils the first Islands in the Sun Holiday Barometer of destinations exempt from UK quarantine.
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Motoring on the Continent Report
If you’re driving in Europe this year, Andorra’s your best bet for the cheapest fuel. That’s according to our latest report on fuel prices in the continent’s holiday ...
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Long Haul Holiday Report 2025
UK holidaymakers looking for a winter sun bargain will find the best value in the Far East and Indian subcontinent, according to this year’s Long Haul Holiday Report.
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Holiday Spending Report 2025
Two-thirds of us are planning to swap grey skies for sunny shores this year. But many UK holidaymakers are feeling the squeeze when it comes to their holiday budgets.
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Holiday Money Report 2025
Find the best-value holiday destinations for 2025. Read our report on holiday costs around the world.
More travel and adventure guides
Whether you're looking for practical travel tips, inspiration on where to go or an idea of what things will cost when you get there, our guides have everything you need to plan your next adventure
Travel tips
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Where and how much to tip abroad
Understanding if and how to tip when you’re travelling can be tricky, especially with different customs around the world.
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Travel money: How to make the most of your money on holiday
Jetting away? Don’t forget your travel money. Whether you’re planning to pay with foreign currency, a prepaid travel card or both, getting savvy about your spending ...
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Avoid dynamic currency conversion
To avoid currency conversion fees abroad, always choose ‘local currency’ whether you’re withdrawing cash from an international ATM or spending on a prepaid travel money ...
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Budgeting and planning for travel in your gap year or career break
Taking a gap year or a career break is an exciting opportunity to explore the world, experience new cultures and make memories to last a lifetime. But there’s a lot to ...
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6 steps to help protect your home when you’re away
Learn how to secure your property when you're not at home. Follow these steps to deter burglars, prevent other issues and keep your home insurance valid.
Travel essentials
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Free yourself from the hassle of cash at festivals
One of the joys of summer are the many music festivals playing across the globe. If you’re hitting the festival circuit overseas, managing your money can be a headache.
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Choosing the right card for spending abroad
Credit, debit or prepaid travel cards? Using the right card when you’re abroad could save you money and help your holiday funds go even further.
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Savvy holiday spending with the Post Office travel app
Travel smarter with the Post Office travel app. Paired with a Travel Money Card, it’s your ultimate holiday money manager – and more.
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Taking pets on holiday: Do pets need travel insurance?
Things have changed a lot when it comes to travelling with your pet. Whether it’s a staycation or a trip to the continent, if you want to take your pet, you may need to ...
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Checking your passport’s validity before you travel
Heading off abroad? Before you pack your bags, it’s important to check your UK passport’s still in date. Different countries have specific entry requirements. If your ...
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What are biometric passports?
First issued in the UK in 2010, biometric passports add a number of new security features to the traditional passport, with an embedded microchip containing the holder’s ...
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Electronic System for Travel Authorisation
With a valid ESTA you can visit the US for less than 90 days without needing a visa – as long as it's for a holiday or business trip. We’ve summarised how it works, how ...
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Prepaid currency cards and how to use them
Prepaid currency cards are a secure way to make purchases on trips abroad. They can be a handy alternative to paying with cash and debit or credit cards.
Destinations
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City Costs Barometer: the best value city breaks
Eastern Europe once again leads the way for the best value city breaks in 2025. And this time it’s Riga in Latvia that tops the table.
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Family Holiday Report 2025
Discover the best-value European destinations for families with our annual report on local costs for holiday essentials.
Travel problems
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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.
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How to replace a lost or stolen passport
Whether you’re on holiday or back home in the UK, losing your passport can be a true traveller’s nightmare. But our guide to replacing a lost passport will help you do ...
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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 ...
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