Category: Travel Advice

  • The Essential EU Travel Checklist For UK Travellers In 2023.

    Travel to the EU has changed for UK travellers in 2023, but not as much as not as badly as many feared. If you are planning to go to Europe in 2023 here is a useful checklist to make sure you are ready for your next trip.

  • Why Airlines Reject Legitimate Compensation Claims (And What To Do Next)

    Why Airlines Reject Legitimate Compensation Claims (And What To Do Next)

    Has your airline rejected your compensation claim with vague excuses like ‘extraordinary circumstances’, ‘operational reasons’ or ‘technical issues’? That does not necessarily mean the airline is right. This practical guide explains the most common reasons airlines reject compensation claims, how UK261 and EU261 actually apply, what evidence you should gather, and how to challenge a…

  • What Travellers Need To Know About Sharia Law In The United Arab Emirates.

    The United Arab Emirates, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, is a Muslim state that has a culture and a legal system based largely on Sharia law. As travellers to the UAE, it is always worth familiarising yourself with the laws, rules and customs so you don’t find yourself unexpectedly in trouble. Here is everything all…

  • The Ultimate Guide To Hiking And Adventure Trekking On Your Gap Year.

    No matter where you travel to on your gap year, odds are at some point you will end up doing some form of hiking or trekking, either as a day trek activity or a multi day adventure. This expert guide to hiking and trekking on your gap year will help you know exactly why you…

  • The Truth About Claiming Airline Compensation Yourself

    The Truth About Claiming Airline Compensation Yourself

    Airline compensation claims do not have to be handed straight to a claims company. Learn how to check if your delayed or cancelled flight is covered under UK261 or EU261, what evidence you need, how to claim directly from the airline first and when to escalate if they refuse to pay what you may be…

  • How To Include A Gap Year Or World Travel On Your CV.

    For anyone dreaming of travelling the world, having that huge gap in their CV or work history is a huge worry, but it doesn’t have to be. Taking a gap year to travel the world can make your CV look great and even help your career. If you know how to spin it right. Here’s…

  • How To Avoid Trouble On Your Gap Year.

    Taking a gap year is an amazing adventure and the majority of backpackers don’t have any problems at all on their big backpacking trip around the world, but there are times when things can get a bit out of hand, when problems arise or when you just find yourself in a situation you weren’t prepared…

  • How To Travel The World And Still Get A Degree At The Same Time.

    Too many people struggle with the life decision of what to do after college, whether to go to university or take a gap year. It is important to remember that there is no right or wrong decision, but if you really can’t decide then there are ways you can have the best of both worlds,…

  • What Are Your Rights When Flights Are Delayed Or Cancelled?

    What Are Your Rights When Flights Are Delayed Or Cancelled?

    Flight delayed, cancelled or overbooked? Learn your UK261 and EU261 passenger rights, including duty of care, refunds, rerouting, compensation, missed connections, denied boarding and how to claim when airlines fail to look after you properly.

  • The Art Of The Long Layover.

    Layovers are not just a great way to break up a horrendously long and cramped flight, but they are also ideal ways to add another destination to your itinerary that you may not have seen otherwise.