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an image of Vienna Town Hall at Christmas

Posted on8 November 2023

Best places to visit in Austria at Christmas 2023

in All blogs, Europe travel inspiration, Travel guides

Visiting Austria at Christmas is a special experience. Much like its neighbour Germany, Austria is world-famous for having rich festive traditions. From glühwein and gingerbread to handmade ornaments and intricately decorated trees, it’s hard to beat an authentic Austrian Christmas market. Here you’ll find some of our favourite cities in Austria for you to visit

View of Dubrovnik, Croatia from the sea

Posted on6 November 2023

Travel News: Wine cruises, faster check-ins and pesky bedbugs

in All blogs, Latest travel news

Croatia’s latest cruise offering should excite wine lovers, see how your face could replace your boarding pass, and read about the latest thing to spread across Europe. Keep reading to find out more. Wine tasting and cruising combine New for 2024, Sail Croatia are launching their new Wines of Croatia cruise. Here’s your chance

a woman taking a photo of a city skyline at sunset

Posted on16 October 2023

Learn a new skill on holiday

in All blogs, Travel tips

You tend to have more time on your hands on holiday, so it’s the ideal time to learn something new. I learnt to ski while on a trip to Austria and have even completed a cooking course while on a break to Italy. Next on my list is a learn to dive holiday, and I’d

mature woman sitting in bright living room and using digital tablet, surfing internet

Posted on12 October 2023

Ways to pay for your travel insurance

in All blogs, Travel tips

Here’s a handy guide to the different ways you can pay for your travel insurance policy. Paying monthly Payment upfront Paying with a voucher Do you store my bank details? Pay monthly You can pay for your Annual Multi-Trip policy in smaller monthly instalments when your policy comes up to £80 or more. It’s super

Posted on9 October 2023

Travel News: New Eurostar Snow and more

in All blogs, Latest travel news

Jump aboard the new Eurostar Snow Dreaming of a white Christmas? From December this year, Eurostar is giving you the chance to ride all the way from London to the Alps in just 8 hours. Just hop on at London and before you know it, you’ll be whizzing down the slopes that same day! So,

An aerial view across Chania

Posted on20 September 2023

Top 5 unmissable things to do in Crete

in All blogs, Europe travel inspiration

There are so many wonderful Greek Islands to choose from. For our own trip, we dabbled with sticking to what we knew or trying somewhere different. After some to-ing and fro-ing, and plenty of research, we settled on beautiful Crete – the largest island, and the most southerly. With just seven days to explore the

The charming village of Manarola sits on the edge of a cliff.

Posted on13 September 2023

Travel news: Are child-free zones the next big thing for flying?

in All blogs, Latest travel news

Are flight child-free zones the next big thing? Ever sat through a flight next to an unhappy toddler or a crying baby? After a hectic airport experience, sometimes dreams of a relaxing journey can be shattered by rowdy kids and exasperated parents. This is where Turkish-owned Corendon Airlines have stepped in and introduced “Only Adult”

airport skyline

Posted on16 August 2023

Wildfires: are you covered by travel insurance?

in All blogs, Latest travel news

Several holiday destinations such as Greece, France, and Tenerife are facing active wildfires, with evacuations taking place in some areas. If you are on holiday right now, or you are planning to go soon, you may be wondering how your travel insurance will help you. Here’s what you need to know about wildfires, and what

Groups of people walking onto their holiday cruise with luggage.

Posted on7 August 2023

Wildfires latest, last-minute holiday tips & more

in All blogs, Latest travel news

Wildfires – am I safe to travel? As the relentless heatwave across Europe continues, you might be left wondering if it’s safe to travel this summer. European holiday hotspots Greece, Italy, Spain and Portugal are just a handful of countries to have been affected so far. Further afield, wildfires are taking hold of areas of

Posted on6 July 2023

A cruise across the Mediterranean, from Athens to Venice

in All blogs, Cruise holidays

If you love discovering new countries and cultures but don’t fancy needing to travel between them, a cruise holiday is a great solution. My 12-day voyage across the Mediterranean from Athens to Venice offered a different adventure every day, but my husband and I only had to unpack once. We visited a wealth of UNESCO

A car drives on a gravel road with the stunning Vestrahorn Mountain as the backdrop during an Icelandic sunset, highlighting the possibility of renting a car in Europe for an unforgettable journey.

Posted on5 July 2023

How to rent a car in Europe

in All blogs, Europe travel inspiration, Travel tips

Renting a car during your holiday gives you more freedom to explore more of the country you’re visiting. But, if you plan on renting a car while holidaying in Europe, there are some things you need to know: How to rent a car in Europe Local driving laws Documents you need for car rental Age

Posted on7 June 2023

Here’s what to wear on a cruise

in All blogs, Cruise holidays

There’s nothing quite like a cruise. Keen cruisers might even say that it’s one of the best holidays you can go on. This also means that you might be wondering how to get ready for such a unique adventure. Add to the fact that packing for a holiday is some people’s worst nightmare (we’ve got

Posted on17 May 2023

Travel News: EU e-gates could reopen for Brits soon

in All blogs, Latest travel news

The big news in travel this month is that UK passport holders could be able to use e-gates at EU airports again soon, and Greece has made hundreds of beaches wheelchair-friendly. And, for those searching for travel inspiration, there’s a survey of the adventures over 70s wish they went on and some exciting new luxury

Male kayakers walking on the beach

Posted on15 May 2023

Amazing adventure holidays in Spain

in All blogs, Europe travel inspiration, Travel guides

Spain is arguably one of the best adventure holiday destinations in Europe. The contrasting terrains between the north and south offers an endless list of activities for travellers of all ages and skill to enjoy. Pick the right time and place, and you’ll have an amazing adventure holiday of a lifetime lined up. In this

Bikes lined up against a wall in bike-friendly Copenhagen

Posted on7 May 2023

5 of the most bike-friendly cities in Europe

in All blogs, Europe travel inspiration, Travel guides

As demand for sustainable travel grows, cycling is a great way of minimising your carbon footprint while exploring. Integrated into city breaks, cycling brings opportunities to cover distances while sight-seeing. Guided bicycle tours introduce places of interest and bring opportunities to meet fellow travellers. Beyond that, cycling can just be good, simple fun. Hiring a