Travel Archive

Published in May 2012

Foreign currency exchange: don't get ripped off on your holiday money
by Laura Shannon | With the pound trading at a high against the euro, many of us are starting to buy our holiday money. But be sure to follow these steps to avoid getting ripped off.
Arriva, First Great Western, Virgin, South West Trains: how to claim a refund on your train tickets
by Alison Hunt | If your train is late, you are entitled to complain and get some compensation.
Ryanair vs British Airways: why budget airlines cost more than standard airlines
by ReenaSewraz | New report reveals low cost travel on easyJet and Ryanair is actually more expensive for a typical family than with standard carriers.

Published in April 2012

Should you pay for a buy back rate when exchanging currency?
by Sue Hayward | Is it worth paying to secure a 'buy back rate' when changing up your sterling for euros or dollars?
Santander Zero account axed: what to do now for overseas spending
by Robert Powell | Santander has scrapped its zero-fee overseas spending card – so take a look at these other options for making transactions abroad…

Published in March 2012

Big budget month day 15: how to have a holiday for less
by lovemoney staff | Want a break that doesn't break the bank? Here are some ways to cut your holiday costs.
How to beat sneaky budget airline charges
by Sue Hayward | Airlines are increasingly finding new and nasty ways to charge you extra.

Published in February 2012

How British banks rip us off abroad
by Cliff D'Arcy | British banks impose steep fees on overseas spending and cash withdrawals overseas.
A new way to compare airline charges
by Emma Lunn | One new site allows you to compare those additional airline charges, so you know exactly how much your 'cheap flight' will really cost.
Six ways to cut your holiday costs in 2012
by John Fitzsimons | Before you book your holiday, be sure to follow these six simple tips and you’ll save a packet.

Published in January 2012

The UK’s worst train operator
by Robert Powell | A new report has laid bare growing passenger frustration with our ever-more expensive rail network…
Where your holiday pound could be worth more in 2012
by Cliff D'Arcy | The Eurozone crisis could boost our holiday spending power and here are ten resorts where costs are plummeting.
Ryanair to charge 'eco-looney' tax
by Simon Ward | The budget airline has introduced a new tax on every seat to cover the cost of an EU emissions scheme.
Huge increases in railway station car park charges
by Simon Ward | Some station car park tickets have gone up in price by up to 33%.
Bargain holidays for 2012
by John Fitzsimons | The January sales aren't just confined to high street retailers - plenty of travel firms have some eye-watering deals on at the moment.
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