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Festive season travel! Check blank pages on your passport first

November 18, 2024181 Views

Christmas or New Year eve travellers should check how many pages are left in their passport this festive season; else risk being turned away at the airport. Travel insurance experts from Quotezone.co.uk have warned to anyone heading abroad this Christmas to celebrate the festive season in other countries with friends and family. Running out of space in a passport is a real possibility for keen travellers who need entry and exit stamps when travelling abroad. All passport holders must have at least two blank passport pages when they travel, otherwise the document could be seen as invalid. The little-known passport rule is essential to ensure no chance of being held up or turned away at the airport this Christmas. Standard passports have 34-36 pages, but jumbo pass...

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Guide to protect yourself from fake visas

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November 5, 2024120 Views

The desire to explore new destinations, pursue international careers, or embark on educational journeys abroad is increasing in an increasingly interconnected world. Yet, with this surge in global travel comes an alarming rise in visa scams and fraudulent practices. Falling victim to a fake visa can derail your travel plans and result in significant financial loss, legal complications, and, in some cases, being banned from entering certain countries. Founder of The Visa House, Kanhaiya Sehgal exclaimed, “At The Visa House, we encourage all travellers to verify the credentials of any visa consultancy they engage with and to avoid any services that promise ‘guaranteed’ visas or seem too good to be true.” As seasoned experts in the visa consultancy industry, we have witnessed the e...

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See Budapest like a local

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October 27, 2024174 Views

From paddleboarding to shabby-chic bars, a Reuters journalist shares her favorite ways to spend downtime in Hungary’s capital My journalism career began almost by accident: I grew up in a small town in western Hungary and moved to Budapest, the capital, for university in 1987, just a few years before the fall of the communist regime. After returning from studying abroad in the U.S. and Scotland, I dropped copies of my CV in the mailboxes of 10 companies along an office block in downtown Budapest. One of them was Reuters. People talk at Szatyor, a bar on Bela Bartok Avenue. REUTERS/Marton Monus The then-bureau chief hired me as a translator. I later moved to reporting. Recently, as deputy bureau chief for Central and Eastern Europe, I have covered Hungary’s plans to ratify Sweden’...

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Plane etiquette: Seven things you should never do

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August 26, 2024204 Views

Holidaymakers should be aware of the do’s and don’ts of air travel they should know before jetting abroad. Experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have named seven frowned-upon habits passengers should avoid on planes. Flying can be stressful so it’s important for travellers to stick to etiquette rules to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone on the plane. Being confined in a small space with strangers requires more consideration of fellow passengers’ personal space and comfort. Certain behaviours which may seem harmless to some can significantly disturb the experience of others. People who hog both armrests, get too drunk, or recline their seats without asking the person behind them can expect some frowns from their fellow passengers. Other irritating behavio...

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A stay like no other: First look at Four Seasons year-end holiday inspirations

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August 16, 2024284 Views

From the moment of arrival, Four Seasons sets the scene for personalized celebrations of the heart. What makes a trip an experience? What makes a date on the calendar more than a marker of the seasons to become a lifelong memory shaped by the unexpected? Whether it's an elegant getaway for two at a snowy retreat, a few days exploring a new city with close friends, or a family adventure in a seaside escape, it's never too early to get ahead of the crowd and lock in plans to give oneself the early gift of anticipation. From moments alone to celebrations together, here is a peek into dreams of the extraordinary that become reality at Four Seasons, where every stay is a stay like no other. "At Four Seasons, every space we dream up, every meal we prepare - it's all created with g...

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Eight things to look before booking your next vacation

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August 1, 2024322 Views

Holidaymakers should always check the small print before booking any last-minute trips. Travel insurance comparison experts at Quotezone have suggested jet-setters check the Ts and Cs for eight important points before entering any payment information. Checking the terms and conditions (Ts and Cs) before booking any trips is crucial to avoid potential pitfalls and ensure a smooth travel experience, but this is particularly important for last-minute bookings, where flexibility may be limited. The Ts and Cs outline the rules and policies that govern your booking, providing clarity on crucial aspects such as cancellation and refund policies, payment terms, and what is included in the package. Understanding these details can help families make informed decisions, such as knowing if t...

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How to get most of your holiday budget

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July 13, 2024310 Views

Budget-conscious travellers should make their holiday fund go further this summer. Experts share cost-cutting measures and forward planning tips which can really help when it comes to getting the most out of holiday budgets. Cost-cutting measures and some forward planning can really help when it comes to getting the most out of holiday budgets. Applying for a travel credit or debit card, taking out a specific prepaid travel card, exchanging money ahead of time and purchasing online travel money can make the difference when it comes to cutting holiday spend. Planning how and when to take cash out before going abroad will also help avoid hefty administration fees; for instance, try and avoid exchanging money at the airport, they can charge over 10% extra than ...

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Avoiding jet lag on frequent travel

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June 24, 2024286 Views

Professionals who travel abroad for work trips are should take care of how to fight jet lag. The experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have shared six of the best ways to beat jet lag while travelling for work. Travelling to different time zones can mess with our sleep and leave us feeling fatigued. For professionals travelling for work jet lag can be a real issue which is why experts advise trying to adjust to time zones as soon as you land. Nic Shacklock at Online-Bedrooms said: “People who travel for work may find the time zones changing tough, not to mention the jet lag once you get off the plane. “On a work trip it feels like there’s no time for jet lag which is why it’s really important to try to adjust to the new time zone straight away. One of the biggest mistakes people m...

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Berlin named as best city for sleep in Europe

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June 15, 2024232 Views

Football fans heading to Germany for the Euros can expect to get a blissful night's sleep as the country’s capital has been crowned the best city to sleep in. Sleep experts at Online-Bedrooms have released their European Sleep Index for 2024 which revealed Berlin is the best city for a good night's sleep and Rome is the worst. They looked at cities across Europe including France, Croatia, Hungary and the UK. The cities were ranked based on several factors including light pollution, daylight disturbance based on cloud levels, noise pollution and optimum sleep levels for the population. Berlin has been named the best city in Europe for sleeping, with little light or noise pollution and 70% of the population spending the right amount of time in bed. The German capital is set ...

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Travel scams are evolving: How to stay clear

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June 14, 2024264 Views

Travellers heading on their European summer holidays are being warned of popular tourist scams sweeping the continent. Figures reveal scams cost holidaymakers £12.3 million and now travel insurance experts from Quotezone.co.uk have warned Brits to be alert this summer. According to research there were 6,640 reports of holiday fraud in 2023, where travellers paid for their trip only to find out some or all of it was fake. Every summer tourists flock to European destinations, but this year the continent is said to be even more popular amongst travellers. Cultural events like the 2024 Olympics, Euros and Taylor Swift’s European tour could see more travellers in Europe fall victim to sinister scams. The travel insurance experts are offering tips for tourists, from booking trips safe...