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Ride-sharing apps can make getting around much easier when you’re travelling. I find them especially useful after a long flight. They’re also helpful when I’m carrying luggage or when public transport doesn’t take me close enough to where I’m staying. Ride-sharing apps don’t work the same way in every destination. The app you usually use
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Learning how to pack light for a trip can make airports, train journeys, and hotel changes much easier. The hardest part is deciding what you’ll actually use and what can stay at home. You don’t need to squeeze everything into the smallest bag you can find. Packing light is about bringing what suits the trip
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Planning a trip to Europe usually starts with deciding where to go, booking flights, and working out your itinerary. Depending on your passport, you may also need a Schengen visa before you travel. There are a few things to sort out before you apply, including which country to apply through, what documents you need, and
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Planning an international trip usually starts with flights, accommodation and an itinerary, but you may also need a visa. The type you need depends on your passport, destination, reason for travelling, and how long you plan to stay. There are several types of travel visas, and the names can be confusing when you’re new to
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These first time flying tips will walk you through what happens from the moment you arrive at the airport until you reach your destination. Knowing the main steps before you travel can make your first flight much easier to manage. Your exact experience will depend on the airport, airline and destination. You may need to
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Renting a car abroad can give you more flexibility, especially when public transport does not reach all the places you want to visit. It can also make part of a trip easier when you are travelling between smaller towns, staying outside a city, or carrying more luggage. I wouldn’t book a rental car based on
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Travel insurance is one of those things you buy hoping you’ll never actually need. But if something goes wrong before or during a trip, it can help with costs that would otherwise come out of your own pocket. So, what does travel insurance cover? It can include medical emergencies and cancelled trips. Travel insurance may
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Long flights can feel like a lot when you know you’ll be spending hours in the same seat. A little preparation before you leave can make the journey much easier. These long-haul flight tips cover what to think about before boarding and how to stay comfortable during the flight. They also cover a few things
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A good carry-on packing list helps you keep the things you’ll need during the journey close at hand. It also matters when you’re travelling with checked luggage. Important documents, medication, electronics and a few basic essentials are usually better kept with you. What you can take on board depends on your airline, route and the
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Learning how to find cheap flights is less about knowing a secret trick and more about knowing where to compare prices. Your travel dates, airports, destination, and the type of ticket you choose can all affect what you pay. Tools such as Google Flights, Skyscanner and KAYAK can make the process easier. You can compare
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