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Forgot to get travel insurance? Here’s what to do according to an expert

Last-minute Britain – millions of holiday-makers risk cancelled holidays without compensation

16% of British holidaymakers don't buy travel insurance for holidays abroad.
Up to 40% buy a last-minute policy risking being out of pocket and without a holiday.
Only a third (33%) of holidaymakers buy travel insurance at the right time according to travel expert Michelle Cooper

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Travel Tips and Tricks

Whether you are looking for a cheap flight or planning a road trip with the kids you will find all of the tips and travel hacks you need here.

Get Snowsports Holiday Ready: Five Tips for Staying Safe on the Slopes

It’s no secret that skiing and snowboarding slightly fall on the dangerous side of the spectrum in sports. Nevertheless, the joy and thrill of hitting the slopes on holiday is overpowering.

If you’re a beginner, congratulations! You’ve just opened the pandora's box of endless fun on the mountain and you’ll most...

On the go: TrendingTravel Mountain Bike Essentials

Mountain bike season is already here, and we’re all beyond excited to tackle the unbeaten track! The trails are versatile due to the temperate spring weather, and you can find a mixture of mud, rain, sun, and dirt along the well-prepared tracks.

You don’t get trail conditions so good during any other season of the year, so it’s best to make the most of it. But by failing to prepare,...

Solo Travel: How To Be More Confident When Travelling Alone

The Tips You Need To Solo Travel With Confidence

With summer just around the corner, there’s no better time to get out of your comfort zone and head off on a solo travel adventure. Now that the travel restrictions are being eased, many of us are enjoying our new found freedom and looking to do what we love again.

Wellness experts at Zeal CBD have pulled together some of their top tips...

Body-shy dads lack confidence wearing skimpy trunks at French swimming pools holiday travel

Blushing Brits on Holiday: How Body-Shy Dads Can Get Around France’s Swim Shorts Ban

France Swim Shorts Rules for men

France is famous for cheese, wine, fashion… and not allowing swim shorts at public pools.

Baths across the nation have strict rules on what swimmers can wear, with many declaring a firm ‘non’ to shorts in favour of tight-fitting trunks.

This presents a problem for British men who shudder at the thought of wearing the skimpy slip de bain at...

Picture this: The dos and don’ts of capturing holiday scenery shots

A picture speaks a thousand words so, with the summer holiday season upon us, now is the time to hone your landscape photography
From getting the ultimate ‘golden hour’ timing to choosing your focus, holidaycottages.co.uk worked with photographer Rich Wilson for the low-down on capturing the perfect landscape

4 Tips for Stress-Free, Efficient Packing for Your Summer Holiday

The anticipation of a holiday abroad is unrivalled. You count down the days until you put your out of office status on, buy brand new swimwear and beach cover-ups, and stock up on your SPF.

But if there’s one part of the process that isn’t our favourite, it’s packing. What if we forget something important? How will we fit everything into our suitcase? Will we have enough outfits to...

What to do if you misplace your passport on holiday

Holiday & Travel Advice: What to do if you misplace your passport

Credas Technologies, the leading anti-money laundering checks provider, has highlighted what to do if you’re one of the 330,000 UK citizens that loses their passport on an annual basis, as we approach the holiday season and many of us prepare to head abroad.

The research shows that: -

Since 2018, an average

Jubilee Holiday Traffic Delays: 10 Tips To Make Your Fuel Last Longer

Jubilee Holiday Traffic Delays: 10 Tips To Make Your Fuel Last Longer The RAC have estimated that a whopping 19.5 million leisure travel journeys will be made by car between Wednesday and Sunday, due to the extra-long Jubilee bank holiday weekend.

And with new figures from outdoor holiday booking site, Pitchup , revealing that a staggering 72,393 holidaymakers are booked to camp across the UK...

Hiring a car abroad this Summer holiday? Here’s what you need to know

Hiring a car abroad this Summer holiday ? Here’s what you need to know

Following more than two years of living through a global pandemic, the chance to finally jet off and travel the world this summer is something that surely can’t come soon enough for many holiday makers.

For those who may feel restricted by the holiday offerings of all-inclusive hotels and resorts, the opportunity...

Going on your first camping holiday? Check out these camping hacks for first timers!

Camping Holidays: Camping hacks for first timers Head of Wanderlust at Camptoo shares his essential guide to planning a camping holiday this summer

Considering your first camping holiday but don’t know where to start? There are a number of physical and mental health benefits that come from enjoying a nature-rich camping trip, as well as the fun that comes from spending time in a unique...

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