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.

Tastecard, Gourmet Society, Hi Life Diners Club: Are food loyalty cards worth it?

by Sue Hayward | Loyalty food cards like Tastecard and the Gourmet Society offer money off at restaurants. But are they actually worth paying for?

QR codes: why we will soon be buying our groceries at the bus stop

by Neil Faulkner | QR codes come with both benefits and risks to smart-phone loving shoppers.

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?

Lidl, Aldi, Galaxy, Sainsbury's, Smarties, Lindt, Kit Kat: the big Easter Egg taste test 2012

by John Fitzsimons | With Easter just around the corner, we identify the best tasting and best value for money eggs!

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 16: where to find cheap clothes

by Robert Powell | Robert Powell takes a look at the best ways to bag a fashion bargain...

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.

Big budget month day nine: have a posh packed lunch on a budget!

by lovemoney staff | Need to tighten the purse-strings but don’t fancy the idea of ham sandwiches every day? Here’s how to have a posh lunch without blowing your budget!

Big budget month day six: save money on food

by Amy Davies | In the latest article in our series, find out how to cut your shopping bills – and become healthier too!

Morrisons, Tesco, Asda or Sainsbury's: which store has the cheapest value range?

by Robert Powell | Morrisons has launched a new ‘M Savers’ value range. But how does it stack up against other supermarket basic brands?

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.

Feed your family for £55 a week

by Neil Faulkner | Can you buy groceries for four people for such a small amount of money? We put it to the test.