Travel planning for your trip

Tips and advice for getting the most out of your trip

Going on holiday comes with its fair share of planning. If you're unsure of how to start planning a holiday, or simply want to check you haven't forgotten anything, this is the resource for you.

Airports and travel

Get set for your journey.

Essential tips for booking airport parking

Essential tips for booking airport parking

Get airport parking for your trip without breaking the bank.

Book the best space
The best time to book your holiday or flight

The best time to book your holiday or flight

Read our guide on the best time to book your trip.

Save on your flight
Ultimate guide to hand luggage restrictions

Ultimate guide to hand luggage restrictions

Packing your hand luggage can be tricky but it doesn’t need to be.

Luggage guidelines
Top tips for hiring a car abroad

Top tips for hiring a car abroad

Hire the perfect car for your trip without breaking the bank.

Get around on holiday

Prepare for your destination

Be prepared for any holiday location.

The complete guide to planning a skiing holiday

The complete guide to planning a skiing holiday

Plan the perfect ski trip with our tips and tricks.

Stay safe in the snow
Do I need travel insurance for a UK holiday?

Do I need travel insurance for a UK holiday?

Find out whether you really need travel cover if you’re staying in the UK.

Staycation cover
Camping in UK: What you need to know

Camping in UK: What you need to know

Ensure you’ve got the best camping trip planned.

Prep your adventure
Best spring breaks for nature lovers

Best spring breaks for nature lovers

We list some of the best picks for springtime getaways.

Take a trip in nature
Why you should visit Montenegro over Croatia

Why you should visit Montenegro over Croatia

Thinking of going to Croatia? You may prefer a Montenegro trip.

Montenegro guide

Further guides to help you plan your travel itinerary

Extra information and support for your next trip.

How to get the best rates on travel money

How to get the best rates on travel money

Secure your travel money without overpaying.

Save on travel money
Ultimate guide to travel vaccinations

Ultimate guide to travel vaccinations

Learn what vaccinations you need for your next trip.

Protect your health
Look beyond the frame

Look beyond the frame

Discover which locations are hot on social media.

Top destinations

More travel articles to help you plan your trip

Check out our useful guides on planning your next holiday.

Skiing and winter sports cover

Skiing and winter sports cover

Make sure you’re covered on your winter sports adventure.

Stay safe in the snow
Travel insurance UK

Travel insurance UK

Cover for trips that are closer to home.

Simple staycations
Business trip insurance

Business trip insurance

Get cover for your work-based trips.

Working away

Your questions answered

Can I get cover in the event of scheduled airline failure?

We will not pay any claim due to the actions or failure of any company providing or organising your transport or accommodation, to provide those services (whether caused by error, insolvency, bankruptcy, liquidation, omission, default or other reason).

My partner and I live at separate addresses, can we still buy a couple policy?

You must buy a group policy if you don't live at the same address as your partner.

Our definitions are:

  • Individual policy – one adult aged 18 or over.
  • Couple policy - two adults aged 18 or over who live at the same address and are in a relationship.
  • Family policy – two adults aged 18 or over who live at the same address plus at least one child (maximum of five).
  • Family one adult policy – one adult plus at least one child (maximum of five).
  • Group policy - between two and ten individuals, who don't need to live at the same address. Each adult is covered to travel individually as well as together.

Will I need a visa to travel to the EU after Brexit?

In the future, it's possible UK citizens will need a travel permit as part of the European Travel Information and Authorisation Scheme (ETIAS).

If you can’t go on your trip because you don’t have the correct visa or permit, you won’t be able to claim on your cover.

What happens if strike/industrial action disrupts my trip?

Provided you weren’t aware of the strike/industrial action at the time you booked your policy, and it wasn’t public knowledge, we’ll pay up to the limits shown in your policy schedule for irrecoverable costs you've paid.

How long will I need on my passport after Brexit?

The Government recommends UK travellers have at least six months left on their passports from the date they arrive in an EU country when travelling after 29 March 2019. Check the validity of your passport online with this handy tool.

If you can’t go on your trip as you don’t have enough time left on your passport (or you didn’t renew it in time), you won’t be able to make a claim.

Policy books

We always recommend getting familiar with your policy book.

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