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A QR Code Is Not a Travel Folder: Why the UK’s Digital Border Shift Has Not Ended Document Planning

Border control processes and travel documents have become increasingly digitalised, with flight tickets commonly issued as QR codes for convenient scanning at airports. The traditional travel planning of printing off documents and storing them in a physical folder is no longer standard.

Travellers can generally download the majority of documents that they need to their smartphone, providing a...

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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.

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5 lesser-known beauty spots on the North Coast 500

The North Coast 500 has been open since 2015, and takes in 516 miles of Scotland's breath-taking coastline. Only launched in 2015, this road route has been a massive success, and has opened up much more of Scotland to sightseers.

But, there are some stunning, undiscovered nature spots along the route that you might not have heard of, many of which are accessible from the road. So,...

5 top tips for a more responsible road trip

Are you planning on having a road trip adventure anytime soon? If so, make sure to consider the following five tips to make your getaway a responsible one, courtesy of Mark Barclay from PartsForAllCars.com .

2021 has become the year of the staycation, as evidenced by the number of searches for ‘staycation UK’ increasing by 173% between June 2020 and June 2021 ( Simply Business )....

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Travel Tips: Top Tips on Renting a Beach Hut

There are currently more than 4,800 monthly online searches being made for the term ‘beach huts’ , and events of the past year have made the nostalgic, brightly coloured wooden huts a ‘must-visit’ attraction for those seeking out sunny staycation holidays. As the summer holidays draw to a close, there is still time to get a beach hut break in.

Top 10 most searched for beaches with...

Why do we get sick on holiday? Here are six ways to boost your immune system before your holiday

Here’s Why You Get Sick on Holiday, According to A Doctor

Dr Luke Powles, Clinical Director, at Bupa Health Clinics

Over the last 30 days, there’s been a surge of searches on Google for ‘last minute holidays’, with many of us taking advantage of the warmer temperatures abroad. With travel restrictions easing, it’s a chance to get away and explore new places.

If you’re...

National dog day: Top tips for a dog-friendly holiday

Since the start of the pandemic, 3.2 million UK households have welcomed a new pet.

But now the UK has started to open up to travel again, many dog owners have been looking to take their new family member on their first holiday.

In fact, according to a recent study 'dog-friendly holiday homes accumulated over 131,000 searches between June 2020 and May 2021, almost double the...

Countryside safety top tips for walkers travel

Public advised how to stay safe when walking through the countryside

New report highlights the risks of rambling across farms in the UK and Ireland, as accidents don’t just happen to farmers

Given the last 18 months of lockdowns, whether people have needed a break from work or have gone on staycation, many people have relied on a stroll through the countryside to escape. It can work wonders for your health by improving fitness, relieving stress, helping sleep...

Five of the most popular road-trip inspired Spotify downloads for your holiday

If you’re taking to the road this year for your late summer holiday with friends or family, then the chances are you've probably searched for the best road trip playlists to listen and sing-along to. A road trip is all about the tunes (and snacks), after all, right?

So that you can focus on planning your road trip route rather than searching for the best road trip tunes, Heritage Car...

Take your dog on holiday: Six Best Dog-Friendly Beaches in the UK!

With the summer holidays in full swing and a heatwave on the horizon it is no wonder people are flocking to the beaches, with their furry friends by their side.

The UK is home to some amazing beaches, and dog-friendly holiday lettings company Canine Cottages has collated the six best dog-friendly beaches in the UK, so that you and your dog can enjoy the view of the sea all-year-round...

Cancer Expert Warns Of The Dangers Of Sunbeds After Searches Reach An All-Time High

Jo Stoddart, Cancer Specialist at Bupa UK , warns about the dangers of sunbeds and seeking a year-round tan after a sharp rise in searches on Google:

It might be tempting to use sunbeds to seek a year-round tan, but they can give out greater doses of UV rays than the midday tropical sun and increase your risk of developing skin cancer.

Young people are particularly at risk...

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Extreme Heat: 10 Staycation Tips To Keep Cool When You’re Camping this summer holidays

Amid uncertainty around travel abroad, many Brits are staying in the UK for their holidays this year with campsite booking increasing by 500% in some regions. While the UK is gripped by an extreme heatwave, and another expected in August , keeping cool under the canvas is something that’s becoming essential for many first-time campers.

As part of their Sunny Staycations campaign, the...

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