With the exception of a Christmas in July, nobody likes to think about a Christmas holiday six months out but these days you need to book ahead in order to get what you desire. Whether you wish to indulge your inner childhood fantasy with a white Christmas or prefer to stick to the warmth of a tropical breeze, below we’re sure you’ll find something to make you count down the days til Santa arrives. Bavarian […]
Tips for self drive holidays
There’s something nice about a self drive holiday. You get to explore a place at your own leisure. You can go to off-the-beaten track places. It can be more exciting. In general, you simply feel more in control. But…(and there’s always a but) the downside is that everything is a lot less familiar. You’ll probably be driving on the opposite side, road rules and signs will be slightly different and you won’t necessarily know where […]
Changes to rules for passengers concerning electronic devices
Travellers from global airports heading to the UK, USA and Canada are required to demonstrate that their electronic and battery powered devices switch on including telephones, laptops, tablets and e-books. This means charging your devices before arriving at an airport. All passengers will still be required to follow instructions for electronic devices for take-off and landing. Please read the below frequently asked questions related to this recently implemented security measure: Will all baggage be screened for […]
Getting stranded in transit – 5 must pack items for your carry on luggage
If you’ve ever been stuck at an airport due to flight delays, you will understand how handy it is to have your essentials with you at all times. I was one of the many unlucky people who got stranded due to the eruption of Mt Eyjafjallajökull in Iceland. I’d departed Sydney none the wiser only to land at Changi airport in Singapore at 10pm to find that my next flight was delayed. And then it […]
Choosing a tropical resort destination
Ahhhhhhhh. That feeling of your body going into relaxation mode as you lay back to doze in the tropical sun, listening to the water lapping gently on the white sandy beach. How nice it is. But trying to decide where that perfect place should be might not be so relaxing. With so much to choose from, you can be left a little overwhelmed and confused. Below are just a few close to home(ish) destinations to […]
Don’t skimp on your Travel Insurance
Psychologists have long proven that humans have a built in ‘it won’t happen to me’ wiring in the brain. There are actual studies. But whilst we think something won’t happen to us, chances are that it’s just as likely to happen to us as someone else. And this is why you should take out travel insurance. When comparing your travel insurance options, don’t worry too much about your possessions. Yes it may cost a few […]
France – why you should go back again and again….
Been to France? Tick. But have you really seen it? There’s a reason why the French tend to never leave – there is so much on offer. Paris, Burgundy, Provence and the Med are an obvious start, but even with a month you will barely scratch the sides of this delicious butter and vino loaded country. Here are 5 of our top suggestions for your next trip that you may not have considered: The Bayeux […]