Barack Obama Inauguration as President – January 20

Make a note on your calendar that Tuesday, January 20, 2009 is the date for the Inauguration (swearing in) of Barack Obama as 56th President of the United States.  If you are not able to witness it in person there will…

Travelling or Purchasing Property in Cyprus?

Cyprus is a fairly safe place to visit, according to the Foreign Office, with few crimes committed against tourists.  The majority of problems occur in the popular resorts of Paphos, Limassol, Napa and Ayia.  Passport theft remains the most common…

Student, Gap Year & Teacher Travel Cards – Plus Discounts for Older Travellers

It’s the time of year to start thinking about and making plans for a gap year or around the world trip.  Even older students from the School of Life can obtain travel discounts.  A lot of planning is needed to…

Medical Tourism – Considering Surgery Abroad?

[Editor's Note: Travel insurance may be invalidated when travelling to obtain medical treatment]

British people are apparently seeking medical and dental treatment and cosmetic surgery abroad at an increasing rate, and spending millions of pounds doing so. Spending rehabilitation time…