Articles tagged "holiday"

New green tax will see air fares rise in 2012

Last updated: Dec 22nd, 2011

News by Nathalie Bonney

Holidaymakers face rising costs when a new EU green tax comes into effect on 1 January 2012.

Banks to scrap some currency fees

Last updated: Dec 20th, 2011

News by Rebecca Rutt

Banks and credit companies have agreed to scrap some fees for holidaymakers buying foreign currency, following pressure from the Office of Fair Trading.

Five tips for a successful move abroad

Last updated: Nov 11th, 2011

Feature by Laura Staples

If you're taking the plunge and escaping the UK, how can you make sure your dream move doesn't become a nightmare?

What to be aware of when moving abroad

Last updated: Nov 11th, 2011

Feature by Laura Staples

When life's difficult at home, it can be tempting to up sticks and leave. But is it a case of better the devil you know?

Five-star hotel deals from £39

Last updated: Nov 7th, 2011

Feature by Nathalie Bonney

Holiday goers could bag themselves five-star hotel rooms for as little as £39, according to holiday comparison site hotels.com.

10 cheap things to do with the kids this half term

Last updated: Oct 21st, 2011

Feature by Faith Glasgow

With a bit of digging you can find plenty of family-friendly events laid on for the half term holiday – and you don't have to spend a fortune either. We've rounded up 10 low-cost options around the country to give you some ideas.

Insurers won't pay for cancelled Kenyan holidays

Last updated: Oct 5th, 2011

News by Rebecca Rutt

Holidaymakers will not be able to claim on their insurance if they decide to cancel trips to Kenya despite Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) guidance advising against all but essential travel to certain coastal areas of the country.