European Health Insurance Card – Changes Coming

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is currently free to British citizens and citizens of EU member states.  It provides proof of entitlement to emergency health care when traveling within Europe.  It covers you whether you are travelling for pleasure,…

Diamond Coach Holidays in Administration

D. Coaches Limited, also trading as Diamond Coach Services and Brian Isaac Coach Holidays ceased trading yesterday.  The Swansea-based company provided package holidays and day trips across the UK and Europe as well as event packages. 

This is not only sad…

Thinking of Moving or Retiring Overseas?

When considering your dream of retiring to a place in the sun it is important to realistically examine all aspects of such a huge move – good and bad  – unless, of course, money is no object.  

We know of some cases of people who moved abroad in…

Beware of Scams!

We all risk becoming victims of scammers at some point in our lives but, sad though it is, it is more likely to happen at a time like Christmas. 

We tend to be busy and distracted, spending a lot of time online…

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…

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…

British Passports – Change in Application Process

Over the past 20 years, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the Home Office have jointly handled passport processing. 

From April of 2011 the Identity & Passport Service (IPS) will be the sole printer and provider of passports for British…

Portugal – Border Checks

The Foreign Office (FCO) advises that from 16-20 November 2010 immigration checks will be performed at all border points in Portugal.  This is due to the NATO summit taking place in Lisbon on 19-20 November.

Travellers should allow extra time and…

The Travel Bug Can Be Infectious!

It is a delicate subject and something that causes embarrassment to people of all ages.  We are not going to shy away from the subject though as we think it is important to help get this information out. 

The London-based…

Don’t Stop Your Car – Even for a Baby!

There are times when it can be a useful defense mechanism to roll over and play dead.  These ’fainting goats’ are funny to watch…

However, when it comes to real-life danger playing dead may be the worst thing to do. …