What are the options for single people when they go traveling? Given the choice, most would prefer to travel with a companion, yet many travel alone by choice or out of necessity - and a growing perce..

Becoming a victim of crime is a possibility no matter where you travel nowadays - even when you stay at home! However, being aware of some of the popular scams and tricks that criminals and opportunis..

Our older generations have been getting some negative press due to their alleged bad behaviour while on holiday abroad - earning them the unfortunate nickname 'Saga Louts'. The same seniors don't beha..

Sorry to use the tired old adage 'you get what you pay for' but, as many people have found out to their detriment, it is especially true when it comes to travel insurance. It's all too easy to take th..

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..

Avid skiers will be turning their thoughts to New Zealand, Australia, Argentina, and Chile for summer skiing as the snow thaws in European resorts. Like water draining out of a bathtub their flight in..

If you've ever heard the terrifying rumbling of an avalanche you won't be surprised that avalanches can travel at speeds of up to 300 km per hour (almost 200 mph), measure up to 100 metres high (over ..

What would happen if you had a month's trip to America booked - departing in six months time - and were unexpectedly diagnosed with lung cancer? Suppose you had to cancel your holiday and go in for im..

Deciding on the right travel insurance policy for your needs can be a confusing matter. To help you get started, there are three main types of travel insurance: Single-Trip, Annual Multi-Trip and Exte..

As a race, we Brits are very attached to our pets. So much so that we can't even go on holiday without taking our best-friend and companion with us. Therefore, while it is essential to purchase a good..

Picture yourself skiing among movie stars in a glamorous ski resort like Aspen, Colorado, or St. Moritz. You've purchased travel insurance and paid an additional premium for winter sports coverage, so..

What would happen if you arrived at your bougainvillea-covered holiday villa in France and found that a family emergency meant you had to drop everything and return home immediately? Suppose you arriv..

Consider the worst-case scenario of an older person having their first, massive heart attack while on holiday in the U.S.A. Repatriation may not be possible, which could mean prolonged - and very expe..

You may be thinking of treating your loved one for Valentine's Day - or to pop the question, or for no special reason at all. However, deciding where to go can pose a dilemma. How do you find the perf..

There are many hazards and dangers that gappers can encounter if they don't do their homework and plenty of research before setting off. Many of us wish we could blaze a trail across new frontiers, bu..