Using a checklist can help you make sure that all the essentials are packed and you haven’t forgotten something important. Find out how to prepare and pack for your holiday effectively.
Follow our simple tips to avoid some of the possible travel pitfalls, so you can enjoy your trip to the full.
Renewing a UK passport isn’t a complicated process, but it’s worth getting it sorted well before you need to use it next.
Following some basic steps can keep your family safe on holiday and help you to enjoy some rest and relaxation.
When you’re travelling with small children, giving yourself enough time and being prepared makes things much easier. Read our tips on how to make your trip go smoothly.
Travel insurance isn’t a legal requirement to enter the Schengen area for UK nationals, but it’s recommended. Find out more.
If you’ve got more than three trips planned in a year, a multi-trip policy will probably work out cheaper. Find out more.
In this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know before you book your hire vehicle for your next holiday.
If you’re departing off on your own solo adventure soon, it’s really important to make sure you have the right travel insurance in place should you have an emergency while abroad. Knowing you’re covered can give you peace of mind, especially if you’re on your own.
So what can you do if you miss your flight, whether it’s inbound, outbound or a connection, and is it covered by your travel insurance?
Medical cover is at the core of every travel insurance policy and should protect you if you fall ill or are the victim of an accident while on holiday. Find out more.
Make sure your policy offers enough baggage cover for lost and delayed luggage.
If your flight is delayed you could be entitled to compensation under EU rules. Find out more, and whether you qualify.
Travel disruption cover could help you claim compensation for things like enforced stay, unused travel and accommodation, and loss of enjoyment.
A standard policy might not cover the cost of your flight tickets if your chosen airline goes into administration - but scheduled airline failure insurance (SAFI) will.
If your trip is cancelled, or you need to cut your trip short, find out how your travel insurance can help.
Having two or more insurance policies that cover the same thing could complicate claims and lead to you paying more than you need.
A lost or stolen passport can be expensive to replace - find out the sort of things travel insurance will and won’t offer compensation for.
How much cover will your travel insurance offer if you have cash lost or stolen on your holiday? Find out more and get tips for keeping your money secure.
If you need to take a valuable gadget with you on your trip, such as an expensive phone, laptop or camera, make sure your travel insurance offers suitable cover.
Make sure you’ve got cancellation cover for your ferry journey and find out what is and what isn’t covered.
If a family member dies while you’re travelling or before you depart, travel insurance can help to cover the costs of cancellation, delays or returning home at short notice.
Travel insurance can make sure you’re protected against the unexpected. Learn about the different policies available and how to find the right one to suit your needs.
Booking a rail, coach or cruise package holiday with an ABTA member can offer you valuable protection if things go wrong.
From your passport to airline tickets, driving licence to travel insurance details, losing any important documentation while you’re away can be a real inconvenience.
If you’re playing golf on holiday, then a specialist golf travel insurance policy can keep you covered on (and off) the fairway.
If a terrorist attack affects your travel plans, you may not be covered by your travel insurance. Learn how to get the right cover and where to get help and advice if you’re worried about your trip.
Natural disasters and extreme weather can severely impact your travel plans. Find out what to do if you’re affected, what you might be covered for and how travel insurance can help.
In the UK, if you travel by air and have a disability or mobility difficulties, you’re legally entitled to assistance from your airline and the airport to make your journey smoother and less stressful.
One in four British holidaymakers don't think they need travel insurance. We asked the nation why this was the case.
Having a disability shouldn’t hold you back from travelling. And with the right insurance in place, you can be confident that you have the cover you need for your next holiday.
Need scuba diving travel insurance? Read our guide before you consider booking your next underwater holiday.
Planning a train-hopping adventure across Europe? Here's what you need to know about insurance for interrailing trips.
A standard travel insurance may not cover you to ride a quad bike. Find out what you'll need to do to get covered.
Head for heights? Find out if travel insurance will cover rock climbing and what you can do to get covered.
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