There’s appears to be lot of confusion amongst holidaymakers about what protection you have if a travel company was to go out of business when you are on holiday. So today, I paid a visit to the Association of British Travel Agents website, to ...

There’s been a lot of press in recent days about the negative effect DIY holidays could have on your holiday experience. I’ve booked package, DIY or dynamic holidays depending where and when I am going on holiday. Here are some tips to help you ensure ...

I’ve received a few emails from consumers asking what the current situation is with baggage allowances and hand luggage in particular. My advice is to check the airlines website, or give them a call. From my recent flight experiences, the airlines seem to be ...

Many of us prefer booking a package holiday because we feel more secure, but even if you intend to visit travel agency to book your holiday, I think it’s still wise to come away and research the resort and accommodation before you book. Whilst the travel ...

Kim, a holidaymaker based in Leicester is looking for a travel agency, to book a holiday for her and her husband. She’s not comfortable booking online and doesn’t have time to visit all of the high street travel agents to get the best quotes. She’s ...

I am the Managing Director of Strider Expeditions, and have spent the last 5 years working in conservation areas throughout southern Africa, including the world renowned Kruger National Park and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Generally speaking, ecotourism focuses on local culture, wilderness adventures, volunteering, personal growth ...

A tip that I have given holidaymakers many times in the past is before you book the hotel [be it with a travel agent, hotel booking site or direct with the hotel] make sure that you read reviews of the hotel. Whilst Trip Advisor is the ...

You might have seen the list of Countries that I want to visit before I’m 40 [that’s six years away before you ask!] – there’s probably no chance I will get to visit all of them, but I do intend to visit the US and ...