America’s Cup Challenge 2010 – Valencia, Spain

The America’s Cup races are held every three years and 2010 brings the 33rd Challenge for the Cup - but who would recognise it!  The races were scheduled to begin yesterday off the coast of Valencia, Spain but abandoned due to…

Rio Carnival – 13-16 Feb 2010

February is Carnival month in many parts of the world – including Nice and Venice.  The famous New Orleans Mardi Gras takes place on February 16 (Fat Tuesday). 

Perhaps the best known and most famous, however, is the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro…

Banged Up Abroad for Drugs – Not Worth It!

The Foreign Office (FCO) has issued a renewed warning about the hazards of getting involved with drugs overseas. 

They report that a large number of Britons being held in prisons abroad are there for drug-related offences.

Of the numbers reported, the largest groups…

National Swine Flu Service to Close on 11 Feb 2010

The National Pandemic Flu Service was opened in July of 2009 in response to the growing number of cases being reported at that time.  The service provided flu assessments and treatment. 

However, due to the dwindling number of cases the service for…

Vancouver 2010 – Winter Olympics & Paralympics

We are eagerly anticipating the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and all the fantastic sporting events. 

The Opening Ceremony for the Winter Olympics is now just 10 days away!  Visit the official website for event schedules and information for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. …

Chinese New Year – 14 Feb 2010 – Year of the Tiger

Chinese New Year (also known as Spring Festival and Lunar New Year) occurs this year on February 14 in the lunar calendar (coinciding with St. Valentine’s Day). 

The date varies each year, depending on the phases of the moon, but…

New! £40 Naked Wines Voucher With Every Policy!

As a big Thank You to all our customers – from Travel Insurance Direct – and from Vehicle Rescue Direct – we are pleased to offer a £40 Naked Wines voucher with each policy!

This new…

Chinese Lantern Festival – Release with Care!

Chinese New Year celebrations traditionally end with the Lantern Festival – where colourful lanterns are lit and released into the air.  This year the event lands on Sunday, 28 February 2010, to correspond with the next full moon.

This delightful spectacle has…