TECHNOLOGY plays such a major part in daily life, electronics and gadgets are as important to our holidays as remembering to take our passports. It is easy to be left short if you are not able to charge your devices abroad, we look at what you need for your journeys to Europe, the US and Dubai. Technology allows us to capture magic moments from our travelsWhat adaptor do I need for Europe, the US and Dubai? Preparing to go abroad? Then make sure you know which adaptor to take to ensure all your gadgets can remain fully charged. Different countries operate on various electrical grids that diffe ..read more

WHEN deciding to jet off to an international destination of your choice, the first thing to do is to make sure you have a valid passport. Whether you need a brand new passport or you need to renew your current one – there are a number of important steps to take. AlamyWhen do I need someone to countersign a passport form? According to the government website: ”some paper passport applications and photos must be signed by someone else (the ‘countersignatory’) to prove the identity of the person applying.”   You must get your paper form and one of your two print photographs signed if you’re a ..read more

A TRAVEL expert has revealed her genius hack for saving money on your holiday. The American traveller took to TikTok to share the luggage hack she says airlines don’t want you to know about. TikTok/@trippedtravelgearThe travel expert slammed airlines for ripping off customers with expensive luggage charges[/caption] She said: “This is how you are going to save so much money travelling. “Most airlines will allow you to take at least one personal item – even Ryanair in spirit. “But then they’ll try to charge 60 dollars (£48) to bring a carry-on bag or a regular suitcase.” “If you ask me, that’s ..read more

A TRAVEL expert has shared her genius hack for keeping your hotel room dark while you sleep. Travel writer Amanda Finnegan said she uses a clever trick to block light out while she’s away from home. amandajfinneganAmanda has found an inventive use for a coat hanger in her hotel room[/caption] Amanda showed her fans how she uses the crocodile clips on a hotel coat hanger to fasten the curtains in her room together. This simple hack blocks out all the light which would normally slip through the tiny gap between the curtains. Amanda said: “If you don’t know this hotel-room hack, then you aren’t a ..read more

ONE of the Seven Wonders of the World, The Great Wall of China can be seen from the International Space Station orbiting the earth. It is one of the greatest engineering feats in the history of the human race. Even with all our modern technology, replicating the engineering marvel of the Great Wall of China would be difficultHow long is the Great Wall of China and where is it? The Great Wall of China is an enormous 13,000 miles – or 21,000km – long. It is located in northern China, and the most famous section is Great Wall-Badaling. The wall was granted Unesco World Heritage status in 1987 and ..read more

DUBAI remains a top destination for Brits looking to enjoy the luxuries the United Arab Emirates has to offer. Islam is the official religion of the region, so what does that mean when it comes to drinking alcohol? Changes to alcohol laws in the country have drastically changed their approachIs alcohol illegal in Dubai? The UAE is made up of seven emirates, of which Dubai is one of. Rules for travellers within the country have always been looked upon as draconian to Westerners heading to the hotspot. However, changes to laws there have drastically altered the landscape for holidaymakers. We ta ..read more

THE New Year is just around the corner, and planning ahead for that journey home is a great way to start the year. Here is all you need to know about what is and isn’t running, and if there are any strikes to be aware of. London buses will be running on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s DayWhen are buses running on New Year’s Eve? During the day on December 31, 2022, buses during the day will be running the usual Saturday service on all routes. There will also be a night service, as well as the 24-hour route continuing to operate. To support the New Year’s Eve fireworks display, there will be ..read more

A TRAVEL expert has revealed some of the biggest mistakes Brits make on holiday which could be costing hundreds of pounds at a time. According to a YouGov poll, one in five holidaymakers don’t take out travel insurance for their foreign getaways. AlamyA fifth of Brits don’t get travel insurance, putting valuables at risk[/caption] This is despite the fact that one in three has had their valuables – with an average value of £55 – stolen on a past trip. Richard Gray, head of digital marketing at Insurance2Go, has shared his best money-saving trips to avoid losing out next time you go on holiday ..read more

SINCE leaving the EU, there are new worldwide limits that apply for goods brought into Great Britain. Here’s everything you need to know about cigarettes – from how many you can bring back to how much it will cost you. Alamy If you have too many boxes of cigarettes in your bag you have to declare them[/caption] How many cigarettes can I bring to the UK from abroad? Travellers who return to the UK must be aware that they can only bring a specific amount of cigarettes without having to pay tax. If they go over their allowance they will have to declare the goods and pay tax and duty. According to ..read more

IF you’re jetting off on your hols you need to know the rules on what you can and can’t carry before setting off for the airport. Regardless if it’s your first time travelling or not, rules and regulations can be hard to remember – and there are some restrictions on taking food through airport security. Getty There are restrictions on the food and drink you can take through airport security[/caption] Can I take food through airport security? Cakes, sandwiches, fruit, vegetables and all other completely solid food are fine to take through UK airport security. However, there are a number of item ..read more