Tube Strike 28-29 November

Bad news for commuters and those needing to travel about London tomorrow.  Underground rail workers are going on strike again this evening from 6:30 pm, Sunday 28 November 2010.  Travel disruption is expected to continue throughout Monday with services returning…

Help Wildlife During Winter

Here in the UK winter is well and truly upon us, bringing icy and hazardous roads and heavy snow falling in parts of the country. 

With many species on the endangered list and their natural habitats disappearing, our wildlife could use a…

Visiting Japan? Prepare Before Travelling

Japan is a magical and fascinating country to visit.  However, before you travel it would be wise to take the time to read up on their laws and customs.  We don’t have room to even begin to explore this topic here, so…

Marseille v Chelsea 8 Dec – Advice for Blues Fans

Chelsea FC travels out to France to meet Olympique de Marseille in a UEFA Champions League match on Wednesday 8 December 2010. 

The venue is the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille with kick-off at 8:45 pm local time (7:45 pm…

Ashes Tour of Australia – Travel Advice for Fans

The England cricket team is in Australia for the Ashes Tour through 6 February 2011. 

England fans travelling out to support the team should check the travel tips and information provided on the Foreign Office (FCO) website.   The FCO information covers…

Greece – New Strike Dates

The Foreign Office (FCP) has published further dates for strikes in Greece. 

• 25 November 2010:  Public and private sector unions plan a three-hour work stoppage from 12 noon until 3pm
• 15 December:  A 24-hour general strike is planned.  Disruption to

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Royal Wedding Date – Don’t Miss Out on a Holiday!

Easter Monday falls on April 25 next year – meaning that a public holiday on the Royal Wedding day of Prince William and Kate Middleton on Friday, 29 April 2011 will make it a three-day work week.  But wait, there’s more…

In…

Why You Need a Will and Travel Insurance

If you go gambling in Vegas you expect to lose money.  However, going off travelling or skiing overseas without making out a will or taking out travel insurance is a gamble you should not take lightly.  

It’s not a pleasant…

Twente v Spurs 7 December

Tottenham Hotspur (Spurs) FC travels out to the Netherlands to meet Dutch champions FC Twente in a UEFA Champions League football match on Tuesday, 7 December 2010.

The venue is the De Grolsch Veste stadium (formerly the Arke Stadion) in Enschede. …

Rugby Six Nations 2011 Match Dates

February is not far away, so mark your 2011 calendars with the dates for the Six Nations rugby tournament. 

If you plan to travel out to any of the away matches it’s a good idea to avoid the scrum and book…