U.S./Canada Visas and Import Rules

The Foreign Office (FCO) has published advice for British citizens travelling to the U.S. and/or Canada under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP). 

In particular, the British Consulate in Toronto has reported problems with some British nationals who travelled to the…

Florida Attractions and Travel Insurance Magic

There are probably more magical things to do in Florida than Harry Potter can shake a wand at…

Holiday-bound Muggles boarding the Hogwarts Express on Platform 9 3/4 now have the option to bypass Hogwarts and head for sunny…

Travel Insurance and Air Ambulance Costs

Those who previously thought that travel insurance was an unnecessary expense should have changed their minds after seeing the recent report of the new bride who broke her back while on honeymoon in Greece. 

The bride fell 30-feet from a balcony, breaking her…

Isle of Man Travel Insurance

A reminder to those planning a visit to the Isle of Man that the reciprocal healthcare agreement which has existed between the United Kingdom and the Isle of Man ceases at the end of September 2010. 

Until that time, UK visitors to the…

U.S. Travel – Visa Fee

From 8 September 2010 the U.S. government will charge visitors a fee for entry. 

From the UK a fee of £9 ($14) will be payable by credit card when applying for online permission under ESTA.

So… If you have been thinking of taking…

Party Animals & Brits Abroad

In the animal kingdom there are no rules about being drunk and disorderly in public.  Humans, however, are held to a higher standard.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) recently released the ‘British Behaviour Abroad’ report for the past year. …

Mexicana Airline Bankruptcy

Mexicana airline has been around since the 1920s and is one of the world’s oldest airlines, as well as Mexico’s largest airline. 

Mexicana flies dozens of national and international routes including Europe, the Caribbean, South America, the United States and…

Pet Travel, Holidays and Hot Weather

There are many ways for pets to travel with their owners these days, but left to their own devices they are likely to find ingenious methods of their own! 

Deciding what to do with your best friend while you go…

Cowes Week Sailing Regatta

The Isle of Wight (off the south coast of England) is under starter’s orders, ready to host Cowes Week 2010!

The action kicks off tomorrow, 31 July, through 7 August 2010.  This is the 184th season – meaning this great tradition has taken place…

Beach Holidays – Tips to Avoid Common Hazards

Before you head to the beach it’s a good idea to do a little research and be prepared to recognise and avoid some of the potential dangers.  There are plenty of excellent resources online, so we will point out a few of them and you can go…