As a midsummer dream is played out on Russia’s football fields, echoes of Shakespeare’s themes of undying love are evident elsewhere in Moscow’s iron heart. On Luzhkov Bridge, love-lock fever has spread. Rows of dedicated trees, laden with thousands of padlocks also adorn the surrounding banks of the Moscow River. This rash of public emotion is not …
If you, like me have rented a few hire cars for your holidays you may be wise to the pitfalls by now. If you haven’t then my advice would be to prepare yourself for a lack of customer service and absence of politeness at the rental desk. Which makes it essential to know your facts …
The Canary Islands are a popular destination for British travellers throughout the year. Offering attractive temperatures this collection of seven islands is an ideal escape from the seasonal gloom of the UK winter months. However, the weather isn’t the only attractive feature of this attractive archipelago. Is island life cheaper? If you have the opportunity to …
Booking a last minute holiday a few weeks before departure can be excellent value, but you need to free your mind and be open to options. So do you make a beeline for your trusty high street travel agents, or fire up your laptop? If you have time to surf for deals, the web is …
Travelling light is not just about being careful with your money. Speed and weight are an attractive factor for minimising your luggage. However, the goal posts constantly sift and some airline weight restrictions are shockingly low. So doing your homework is essential before you book. Speed Flying with only hand luggage with a pre-printed boarding …
Surrounded by mountains the historic city of Geneva is a fantastic destination for a holiday at any time of the year. Culture in Geneva Perfectly petite the historical centre of Geneva just takes a few hours to explore on foot. Its stunning architecture oozes flavours of both France and Germany. And the cobbled streets are …
As a gateway for ski fanatics, Geneva is a cheap easy destination. Easyjet, Flybe, and Jet2 are amongst the UK’s major budget airlines offering the possibility of a tempting quick and easy ski fix. Short transfers are essential for maximising slope time. So most snow junkies head for well-known resorts in France, Italy or Switzerland which …
With public gardens bursting into colour and the temperatures rising, it’s hard not to be seduced by some of the most famous springtime destinations. The cherry blossoms of Japan, tulip fields of Holland and wildflowers of the Channel Islands, are just some of the options which offer a colourful feast for the senses. The springtime …
With the latest reports of bed bug infestation on planes, the question is raised – how clean are the seats we sit on? Complaints from travellers have risen in the last few years, with both bites and sightings being reported to the major airlines. Planes have been grounded and investigations launched, prompting some flight operators …
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Are you one of the lucky ones heading to the Olympic games in South Korea next month? Well if you are there are a few import restrictions you need to be aware of. Generally, the Korean customs are on the hunt for illegal foodstuffs and expensive luxury goods brought back by returning residents. However, there …
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