From a Lake District retreat to Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrations, here’s a list of our must-visit destinations during November.
Planning an autumn break? We’ve rounded up some of the best places to travel in October to help get you inspired. Whether you’re looking for a Halloween getaway, memorable places to make the most of autumn, or simply some last opportunity sunshine before winter hits, there’s sure to be a perfect trip for you on
When travelling, I’m often asked ‘what essential gadgets/kit do you take with you?’ Aside from clothes and toiletries, I usually pack the following few items. A lot depends on the trip I am making but these are usually somewhere in my luggage. Below are my must-have items that I take with me when travelling… 1)
Find the perfect gift for the travel lovers in your life this Christmas. From personalised passport holders to scratch off maps, see these 7 ideas.
Travel can be a bit of a headache at times, but it doesn’t have to be. These days there’s so much technology available to take the hassle out of travel for you. Keep track of details, make bookings on the go – even learn a new language! These are my must-have apps to make travel
This year’s summer heatwave has seen some record-breaking temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere, in places such as California, Glasgow, and Tbilisi. Extreme heat can be dangerous to your health, and it’s important to protect yourself from sunburn and heat exhaustion both at home and on holiday. Here are some simple things that you can do
In a world of tiny ‘holiday-ready’ plastic bottles being sold for convenience, going on holiday often increases the amount of plastic we use. But it doesn’t have to be that way. It’s easy to swap a few simple items on your packing list to make sure you’re using less plastic when you travel. Read these
Generally speaking a holiday is when you have more time on your hands. As such it is the ideal time to acquire a new skill. I learnt to ski on holiday in Austria and have completed a Tuscan vegetarian cookery course while on a break to Italy. Next on my list is scuba diving then
It’s not difficult to plan and book independent travel these days. As long as you have internet access, there’s a world of holiday options at your fingertips. But you need to spend time researching your trip to make sure that it all works out as you’d like it to. Here are my top tips for
“The world may be small, but it still can’t come to you, so get out there” runs one cruise line’s slogan. But if you’re feeling all at sea when faced with the cruise options, let’s navigate through choppy waters and find out how to choose a cruise. It’ll soon be plain sailing… Do I pick
As we roll further into May, thoughts of summer vacations start to grow in our minds and we begin to look forward to our well-earned breaks away from the day-to-day routines. However, for many of us there is still a niggling problem associated with the summer trip abroad – money. While no one will question
Jetting off on holiday is a great way to escape the winter blues. However, nothing spoils that after-holiday glow more quickly than coming home to find that you’ve been burgled. Improve the security of your home and put your mind at rest during your trip by following these simple steps. Hide the signs Nothing shouts
We discuss the importance of planning your medication schedule before you travel across time zones. Many passengers are able to enjoy travelling, even when they have existing medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes or epilepsy. As long as your doctor has confirmed that you’re safe to take your trip and you’ve taken precautions
If you have experienced sea sickness in the past, you may be reluctant to go on a sea cruise now for fear of having a holiday spoilt by it. Are there ways to avoid the trouble at the outset, and are there remedies to take if you do go down with it? The answer is
Here at Avanti, we strongly believe that travel insurance is an integral part of any holiday. It not only provides crucial cover for emergencies, but also peace of mind. If you have had the misfortune of becoming ill or having had your belongings lost or stolen abroad, we understand that the experience can often
