On January 1, 2009, major changes will take effect to alter the way travel insurance is sold. The changes will apply to companies selling it as part of a holiday package, such as travel agents, tour o..

Recently, a young woman travelling alone in Vietnam stopped taking her antimalarial pills because she was experiencing bad dreams. She teamed up with a female travel companion and they were both bitt..

Let's face it; a root canal is no fun whether you have it here in the UK or in a clinic in a sunny country abroad. What are the options if treatment isn't available on the NHS or the wait is too long..

It would be a bitter pill to swallow if you went on holiday to a foreign country and had all your luggage and medicine lost. Would you know what to do? If your wellbeing or your life depends on taking..

In the Case of DestitutionIf you become destitute abroad, the U.S. consul can help you get in touch with your family, friends, bank, or employer and tell you how to arrange for them to send funds for ..

If you can afford to spend a little time searching, you can save money and get the flight you want and save money. With the Internet, it is easy to comparison shop and get the best deal for your drea..

Getting Ready for Your Trip OverseasThe government can move slowly so apply early for your passport and, if necessary, any visas: Passports are required to enter and/or depart most countries around th..

More and more employers are acknowledging the merits of organizing a year-out Gap Year Program. By doing a career break abroad on a gap-year shows that the person is determined, resourceful and has ga..

By law, British motor insurers must cover your car for the minimum cover required by the law in other European countries, or the minimum cover required by UK law, whichever is greater.In most cases, t..

Traveling to a foreign country can be filled with excitement as you take in the sites and sounds of another culture. However, there are some things you should be aware of to keep yourself safe from mi..