Restricted liquids on flights from UK airports There are restrictions on the amount of liquids you can carry in your hand luggage. When UK airports talk about ‘liquids’, they mean: All drinks: including water Liquid or semi-liquid foods: including soup, jam, honey and syrups Cosmetics and...
One of the last things you need to do before you travel is finalise your packing. Once you know all about cabin bag sizes, the next thing you need to check are the items you’re allowed to take on board. From sharp objects and electronics to...
Japan’s fascinating culture With my upcoming trip to Japan looming, I wanted to share things to do and places to visit when heading to Japan. I will provide an update after my trip. Just a 13-hour flight from London, Japan, feels a world away from home. The country...
1. Number plate stories Giggles galore The best car trip games don’t need any equipment and this one is no different. Simply call out the letters from a number plate and everyone in the car has to make up a short sentence where each word starts with...
Here to get your compensation Disrupted flights scupper our plans, and that’s precisely why the UK 261 regulation says that passengers are eligible for up to £520 compensation. AirHelp, the global leader in flight compensation, takes care of the claims process for you and keeps you updated every...
Ryanair’s cabin baggage allowance Currently, you can only bring one small bag (40×20×25 cm) on board by default. This will likely be a handbag or backpack and must fit under the seat in front of you. If it doesn’t, or if you bring a second bag...
Last-minute trips can be exciting or sometimes stressful — but what they don’t have to be is expensive. Here’s how you can score great last-minute deals without breaking the bank. How to search for low-priced, last-minute flights Planning a spur-of-the-moment getaway is nothing short of thrilling, especially...
What is ETIAS? ETIAS is an acronym for the European Travel Information and Authorisation System. It was created in September 2018 and is designed to improve the security of EU member states within the Schengen region. It captures data on travellers who visit the 26 countries...
When there are travel delays, whether it’s on buses, tubes, trains, flights, take a couple of long, slow deep breaths to help you a) relieve the frustration and b) accept the delay. Then you can c) figure out what you need to do, and d) find a way to...
