Before you can enjoy the relaxation of a holiday you first have to suffer through the stresses. Insurance, booking flights, finding decent accommodation, keeping everyone happy- the lists of pre-holiday jobs are endless and stressful.One of the worst of these stresses is booking travel arrangements. Trains are awkward, especially if you have lots of bags; leaving your car at the airport itself is prohibitively expensive; and taxis are over-priced...more
Weve all been there. You get off the train at Kings Cross, step outside and.... where are you? How are you going to get to the airport carrying your rucksack, two suitcases and a child? Can a taxi really cost that much? Why on earth did you decide to come on holiday?The stresses and traumas of transport to and from the airport can turn even the most relaxing break into a nightmare of screaming kids, aching backs and arguments. Many flights go...more
The rise in the popularity of air travel, driven in no small part by a plethora of low cost airlines, has seen a rapid increase in the number of international airports around the UK. It also means that you may have to travel across the country to get a flight, with only certain airports offering certain routes.London, as ever, is right at the heart of Britains air travel industry. With Heathrow recently expanding, and the likes of Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and City Airport all transporting more customers than ever before, for most people, their holiday starts dealing with Londons transport network just to get to the airport.Whilst there are Underground or overland rail transfers to each of the airports mentioned above, and there is always the option of a taxi, the EasyBus is undeniably the cheapest way to get to any of Londons EasyJet airports: Gatwick, Stansted, and Luton. Unfortunately, it is somewhat prone to the vagaries of Londons transport, and it takes around an hour and a half to get from the Victoria Bus Station to Stansted airport, an hour to Gatwick from Fulham Road, and around an hour and twenty minutes from Victoria Bus Station to London Luton. This is around double the...more
Gatwick Airport is the busiest single runway airport in the world and the second largest airport in the United Kingdom. Despite the airport being put up for sale by current owners BAA, there are future development plans for Gatwick that could see it even outstrip Heathrow for passenger numbers in the coming years.As with any other airport there are...more
No trip to Spain is complete without seeing the breathtaking mass displays that take place during Semana Santa. Every Easter the Spanish celebrate Holy Week in fantastic style. A celebration of the death and rebirth of Christ, Andalucia is famed for hosting the grandest celebrations in the country, but each city and province in Spain celebrates in...more
If you are planning to head to Africa for a safari holiday, here are some tips to help you make the most of it.Find out about it first. Get a book or two out of the library and maybe watch some safari videos to give you an idea of where you want to go and what you want to do on safari. This will whet your appetite for the trip as well as letting you know what to expect in certain areas.Look for bargains. The market for safari holidays in Africa is highly competitive, and they can vary widely in cost. Sometimes a desirable area will be cheaper to visit than it would be normally due to political and economic factors, so keep your ear close to the ground for bargains. Pick somewhere good to stay. Accommodation in Africa can vary widely in quality, so seek out reliable recommendations from people who have been there before. Also, check travel guides and internet sites, as these can provide a wealth of information about the best and worst places to stay on safari.Find a convenient spot. Although camps and lodges with their own private airstrip can be expensive to stay in, the reduced transfer times involved mean that you can spend more of your precious holiday on safari. Get your...more
The Finnish capital of Helsinki can boast hundreds of spectacular tourist attractions. Here are just a few of the best:Temppeliaukion, the Church of the Rock. This stunning modern church was built in the 1960s. It is built into solid rock, with not a...more
When it comes to successful holidays, planning in advance is the way to go. Working from your own list or a checklist like ours will help you to remember everything that you need. Simply tick off each item as it goes into your luggage.The paperwork -...more
Planning for your holiday, especially with the family in tow, can be a lot of work. To make things simpler, weve compiled a list of tips for you to follow before you jet off to ensure that your holiday goes as smoothly as possible. Once you have the...more
Wondering where to go on a vacation this year? Have a pleasant surprise for yourself and for your family, plan a trip to Bali for your most exciting vacation. It is one of the most famous and exotic island destinations in the entire world. Bali is...more
While most kids faces here in the UK light up at the sound of an ice cream van approaching, kids living in the slum areas of Goa get more excited about the prospect of the mobile school bus rolling in! On i-to-is brand new trip in the stunning Indian...more
Holidays to Goa are a very popular choice and will whisk you off to the shores of the Arabian Sea and the beautiful west coast of India. Whichever part of Goa you choose to visit, you'll find a wonderful relaxing way of life and some naturally...more