Travel Archive

Published in December 2008

The Predicament Of The Pound
by Harvey Jones | What should you do if you need to exchange your pounds for other currencies? Harvey Jones is feeling the pain first-hand.
Beware Of This New Year Travel Trick!
by Szu Ping Chan | Going on holiday in 2009? Read on, or you may not be able to fly.
Five Tips To Fight The Rising Euro!
by Szu Ping Chan | The pound hit a new all-time-low against the euro last week, but that doesn’t mean you have to lose out. Here are five tips to ensure sterling’s slump doesn’t leave you completely out of pocket.

Published in November 2008

How To Get Cheaper Train Travel
by Serena Cowdy | Are you about to make travel arrangements for the Christmas break? Read our top tips on how to get train tickets for less.
How To Cut The Cost Of Your Ski Holiday
by Serena Cowdy | If you’re hitting the slopes this winter, find out how you could slash hundreds off the cost of your trip.
Avoid this holiday scam!
by Rachel Wait | If you are thinking about taking a well-deserved break, watch out for this holiday scam….

Published in October 2008

Bargain Breaks On A Budget!
by Szu Ping Chan | Sterling may have slumped heavily against the dollar, but we reveal a range of destinations where your pound will still go a long way...
Credit Crunch Holidays With A Difference
by Serena Cowdy | Do you want to make a difference, save money and have a holiday - all at the same time? Here’s how you can.
Should You Book Next Year's Holiday?
by Amy Davies | Does it make sense to book holidays well in advance? And should we stay in the UK to save money?

Published in August 2008

Lessons From An Airline Collapse
by Malcolm Wheatley | As yet another budget airline goes belly up, Malcolm Wheatley looks at the lessons for travellers from Zoom's collapse.
How To Cut The Cost Of A UK Break
by Serena Cowdy | Find out how to keep the costs of your UK summer holiday down.
Save More Money In Airports!
by Neil Faulkner | Summer means airports for many of us. So here are some great tips on how to save money at airports.
Gap Years For Grown-Ups!
by Emma Lunn | Gap years aren't just for 18 year-olds. Here are some top financial tips for older travellers.
The best holiday homeswap sites
by Anna Powell | House swaps are a fun, free and friendly way to holiday. But will anyone really exchange my two-bed in Whitechapel for a glamorous European apartment!

Published in July 2008

Ten Travel Tips To Keep You Safe
by Cliff D'Arcy | Before you set off for foreign shores, take precautions in order to keep you, your money and your possessions safe and secure!
How I Saved £751 On My Holiday
by Donna Ferguson | Donna Werbner set herself a mission: to cut the costs of her summer holiday, using only the internet - and a Foolish nose for a bargain!
Super Savings On Summer Fun
by Cliff D'Arcy | In this article, we discuss BST -- not British Summer Time, but Brilliant Savings Tips!
Get To Work Cheaper
by Serena Cowdy | Serena Cowdy has set herself a challenge: to get to work cheaper. Can she manage it?

Published in June 2008

Avoid These Holiday Nightmares!
by Serena Cowdy | Are you travelling away from home this summer? Make sure you avoid these holiday insurance horrors!
My Top Three Tips For A Stress-Free Summer
by Laura Starkey | Summer's the time of year when we should be smiling, sunning ourselves and scoffing barbequed goodies -- but what if you're in a financial fix? Here are my top tips for quelling your concerns about cash, before the season gets underway...
Pay Nothing For Your Holiday!
by Donna Ferguson | Fancy a free summer holiday this year? You don't need to win a TV quiz show, become an air hostess or marry a millionaire. Everything you need is already in your pocket.
My Top Three Tips For A Stress-Free Summer
by Laura Starkey | Summer's the time of year when we should be smiling, sunning ourselves and scoffing barbequed goodies -- but what if you're in a financial fix? Here are my top tips for quelling your concerns about cash, before the season gets underway...
The Cheapest Place To Get Your Holiday Cash
by Jane Baker | The trick to cheap travel money is to order it in advance. But where is the best place to get it?

Published in May 2008

Europe's Cheapest City Break
by Serena Cowdy | Are you looking for an affordable city break? We tell you where to go.
Cut The Costs Of Your Summer Holiday
by Donna Ferguson | Donna Werbner rounds up five great ways to save on your summer holiday - from mobile phone calls to car hire and cold hard cash.
Cut The Costs Of Domestic Travel
by Szu Ping Chan | Whether you want to travel by plane, train or automobile, here are some cheap travel tips to set you off on your domestic adventures...

Published in April 2008

The Cheapest Holiday Hotspots Uncovered
by Szu Ping Chan | The strength of the euro may put you off holidaying in the Eurozone at the moment, but where should you go if you're looking for a great value trip away?
Ten Top Tipping Tips For Travel Trips
by Szu Ping Chan | Ever been baffled by how much you should tip while on holiday? Never fear, here's a quick look at overseas tipping etiquette.
How To Avoid A Holiday From Hell
by Donna Ferguson | Want to know how can you prevent your dream get-away from turning into a nightmare? Here are five top tips to take onboard if you're jetting off this year.

Published in January 2008

When Booking Last Minute Is Worth It
by Serena Cowdy | Want to save money on this year's holiday? Serena Cowdy outlines when you should - and shouldn't -grab that last-minute deal.
Are Holidays More Important Than Your Finances?
by Jane Baker | People in the UK spend almost twice as long planning for a holiday than they do arranging a mortgage!
Get The Best Value Summer Holiday
by Alison Hunt | Getting up in the dark and heading home in the dark? Don't let winter get you down - start planning that holiday!
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