Ski Holiday Travel Tips

Most travel insurance claims fail on small details rather than dramatic events. This guide covers six common mistakes that can leave you uncovered: undeclared medical conditions, higher-risk activities, unattended valuables, late theft reporting, alcohol-related incidents and buying your policy too late, plus what to check in your wording before you travel.

Planning a holiday should be exciting, not full of unwelcome surprises. Hidden travel fees such as seat selection, luggage charges, airport transfers and tourist taxes can add £150 or more per person to what initially looked like a great deal. The good news is that most of these costs are avoidable with a little preparation.

Are you coming home more exhausted than you left? The 2-2-3 rule that stops multi-destination trips feeling exhausting, according to a travel expert.

Discover the seven most common car hire traps, from fuel policies to cross-border fees, and how to avoid costly mistakes on your next holiday

While planning a holiday abroad should be exciting for millions of Brits who travel every year, it’s important to stay cautious when making payments. In 2024, UK travellers lost over £11 million to holiday booking fraud, often believing they were paying for legitimate travel services. Fortunately, most travel scams follow recognisable patterns, meaning they can be much easier to avoid once you know the warning signs.

Planning a ski trip? Our travel expert shares five simple ways to save hundreds on your ski holiday, from choosing the right resort to cutting equipment costs.

Don’t let unexpected ski laws ruin your next holiday. In this blog, we explore five little-known mountain laws in the Alps that could lead to costly, unexpected fines. Our experts highlight key regulations every skier should know before travelling, helping you stay safe, respectful and stress-free while enjoying your trip.

Winter delays aren’t bad luck – they’re predictable. Our Winter Flight Disruption Index reveals the UK and European airports most likely to derail your trip, the worst months to fly, and smarter ways to avoid the chaos.

Worried about passport problems ruining your trip? Our expert guide covers the most common mistakes UK travellers make – from outdated issue dates to damaged documents – plus tips on the new King Charles III passport design and upcoming EU entry rules. Stay prepared and travel stress-free.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In fact, over half of Brits (52%), admit to a fear of being high up, and around a quarter (24%) experience anxiety when stepping onto a plane, a condition known as aerophobia, something that can affect even the most seasoned travellers.

An estimated two in five (42%) Brits have plans to go abroad this year - which is around 29 million people - but many of us will unintentionally make simple mistakes in our planning, at the airport, or while we’re away that can cost us not only in precious time but also money. And of course, mistakes can lead to extra hassle and stress too, which is something to avoid on a hard-earned holiday!