London’s second-biggest airport, Gatwick (LGW), is located 28 miles south of the capital and there are several different means of transportation to get you there. Whether it’s by road or rail, there are various options to consider: from cheap to relatively expensive and slow to...
With top-notch cameras embedded in smartphones and even high-end tablets, everyone’s a photographer these days. But is everyone a great photographer? Not so much, but there are a number of super-simple tips that even casual shooters can keep in mind to improve their photography. I’ve rounded up some of my...
Over 20 million people in the UK suffer from allergies, whether it be nut-related or not, and airlines' allergy policies are being adapted to reflect this. If you're due to fly and are keen to know more, read below Which airlines are best for people with allergies? No airlines will...
How to organise your packing: 1. Make a packing list Passport? Check. Toothbrush? Check. Sunscreen? Doh! For peace of mind that you’ve got the essentials covered How to pack clothes: 2. Avoid stains Ever packed light clothes and found a stain on them when you arrived? Never have this...
Solo travel is on the rise in a meteoric way and it’s set to soar even higher this year . Gone are the days of packing for your annual family holiday with your brother, your parents, all your friends and your third cousin twice removed....
Airlines overbook flights a lot more than you might think. Here's some info on your rights and the options you've got to play with. Why do airlines overbook flights? It can be for a number of reasons ranging from airlines booking more people than seats because not everyone shows...
Getting to sleep on long-haul flights can be tricky, whether you're on a cramped, cheap flight to Bangkok, or you figured out how to get an upgrade on that red-eye flight to Dubai. To help you on your way to the land of nod, here are some...
Get your trip off to a flying start and whizz through the airport like a pro with a little help from our well-travelled staff and top travel bloggers. Here are their top tips on getting through the airport quickly; from speeding through security to navigating your way...
Kicking back in a First-Class seat, champagne in hand is the stuff of traveller dreams. It’s that once-in-a-lifetime, bucket-list ticket that’s always just out of reach. But why should that level of luxury be reserved for the ultra-wealthy? Use these 10 hacks and your Economy...
From extra grub to cockpit tours, kid-friendly games to first-class treats, cabin crew reveal just what politeness can get you on a flight. 1. First Class treats Being nice never hurts in life, but on a plane it could make the difference between a miserable long-haul flight...
