Holiday
Easter break vacationers look for bargains
The late Easter holiday – followed by the Royal Wedding and May Day Bank Holidays – present a rare opportunity for employees to take...
Car insurance : potholes put overloaded cars at risk
Thousands of drivers will be compromising passenger safety by overloading their cars this Easter, according to new research from breakdown service Britannia Rescue.
With around...
A fifth of Brits enjoy holiday romance according to AA Travel Insurance
Romance has blossomed for more nearly a quarter (23%) of holidaymakers, according to new research from AA Travel Insurance.
Those aged between 25 and 34...
Travellers losing out on Euros, AA Financial Services says
New research from AA Financial Services suggests that travellers preparing for their winter sports fix could make their money go further with better management...
Travelers will cut budget on travel insurance to economise
Economic factors could lead at least a fifth of people to forgo an overseas holiday this year while of those who do, half say...
Good to know : don’t leave without proper ski insurance
A great number of skiers and snowboarders will head to the slopes this winter without adequate insurance, according to a new survey, potentially leaving...
Market analysis : more seasonal hiring sais Aon Hewitt
More than 80 percent of organizations in customer service, consumer industries are hiring the same amount or more workers this holiday season than last...
Travel insurance : Post Office Travel Insurance advises all UK holidaymakers to keep their valuables secure
With the recession having taken its toll on consumer spending, recent research from Mintel has shown that hostel accommodation remains popular with younger travellers....
Ash cloud strands tourists in Egypt
Thousands of tourists holidaying in Egypt were stranded at airports across the country on Monday as volcanic ash emanating from Iceland swept through European...
Not enough consideration given to animals in-car safety
Britain is a nation of animal lovers; owning eight million dogs*. An RAC survey** of 2,000 dog owners revealed that a third of owners...
Top 20 UK riskiest towns for theft and burglary
Homes in London and Nottingham were the most likely in the UK to make a claim for theft or burglary on their home insurance,...
Tourists Warned Over Travel Insurance Fraud
Holidaymakers were warned today they face higher insurance costs and possible prosecution if they are caught making fraudulent travel insurance claims.
The Association of British...
How to avoid getting caught out by hefty airline fines
For Brits planning to take everything but the kitchen sink on holiday this summer, travelsupermarket.com is urging travellers to check their baggage allowance before...
Homeowners : Protect you home against burglars during holiday
With more homes unoccupied during the holiday season, don't forget to better protect their homes against burglars. Despite latest Government figures showing falls in...
UK drivers face French roadside drug tests
UK drivers could face a roadside saliva drug test if they are caught not wearing a seat belt or speeding in France. The one...
Comment on the threat of a two-day strike by immigration officials (5th and 6th August)
Yet more bad luck for holidaymakers looking to jet off this summer with the news the UK Border Agency staff have voted for strike...
Swine Flu Sufferers Urged to Check Holiday Insurance
Holidaymakers were advised today to check their holiday insurance and keep in touch with tour operators as swine flu sweeps across the UK.
People who...
Brits unprepared for Europe’s roads
One in three motorists surveyed by RAC* are gearing up to drive in Europe this year, but research from the motoring organisation reveals that...
Caravanning holidays are on the increase
Caravanning holidays are on the increase and many will be surprised by how luxurious modern caravans can be, the Caravan Club has claimed.
Brits looking...
Be careful about overseas driving
Motorists taking a road-trip overseas this summer should swot-up on the rules of the road in the countries they’re visiting, Sheila’s Wheels said this...
