Travel

12th August 2020 TRAVEL INSURANCE TO SPAIN

In response to a number of spikes in the COVID-19 infection rate across Spain, the Government since issued a warning on the 25th July against all but essential travel to mainland Spain. Shortly after, the Foreign Office (FCO) then issued the same warning for the...

16th March 2020 Cancellation Cover and Travel insurance explained

Cancellation cover is common in travel insurance policies, but not a given. Even if it is in place, the insurer will only reimburse lost funds if the holiday is cancelled due to “reasons beyond your control.”   What could these include? You’re called into court for jury...

6th February 2020 Travelling post Brexit- What British holiday makers need to know

As Britain has now withdrawn from the EU, what does this mean for UK holidaymakers travelling to mainland Europe? No-one could deny that since the referendum in 2016, the plans for the UK to leave the EU have been fraught and paved with uncertainty. Now that...

9th January 2020 The uncertain future of the EHIC card

European Health Insurance Cards, or EHIC cards, allow UK residents to receive medical care for free when travelling in European countries. Many travellers with pre-existing health conditions rely on EHIC cards to travel safely throughout Europe, without having to worry about funding medical treatment in...

8th October 2019 Picking up the pieces of your holiday after your travel firm goes bust

The news broke earlier this week that long-established travel company Thomas Cook collapsed, affecting 155,000 left abroad. After reporting losses of £1.5bn in May, the company, which has been operating for 178 years has been put down to competition, has put their descent down to factors...