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  • P&O Ferries – March 2018 offers

    P&O Ferries – March 2018 offers

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    P&O Ferries have some amazing offers on at the moment.  Take a look at these great offers from only £43 each way.  The further in advance you book the better the deal. If you haven’t travelled by P&O Ferries before you will be surprised just how much is available onboard.  The Dover to Calais route…

  • How to get an International Driving Permit

    How to get an International Driving Permit

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    If you are travelling abroad and intend to drive you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Whilst the UK is part of the EU you can legally drive around the EU using your UK driving licence without the need to pass another test, obtain a permit or modify your licence.  As long as you…

  • Getting or renewing a British passport

    Getting or renewing a British passport

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    If you plan to travel aboard you need a passport.  If you are a British citizen then the following guide has all of the information you need in order to to get a first passport for you, your child or renew an existing one. Fees A standard first adult passport or renewal costs £72.50 A…

  • Credit Card charges scrapped

    Credit Card charges scrapped

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    Customers can no longer be charged extra for paying by credit or debit card – credit card fees scrapped, good news for those booking holidays, however some firms are finding creative and not so creative ways to ways to get around the ban. As of this week the government has banned companies from charging card…

  • Happy New Year – 2018

    Happy New Year – 2018

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    Welcome to a new year, 2018.  For many a time of reflection and planning.   Whatever your plans this year we hope you have fun, stay safe and enjoy and appreciate what you see, do and those around you.   For many this time of year means planning travels and visits to friends, family and…

  • Returning to the UK – know your customs limits

    Returning to the UK – know your customs limits

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    The pound to the dollar rate is working in our favour, slightly, for the first time in a while and its the time of year when the tech giants release their new devices – it is better to be prepared when it comes to knowing your customs limits when you return to the UK.  Apple…

  • Cancelled Ryanair Flights

    Cancelled Ryanair Flights

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    Ryanair have been in the news this week – this time for cancelling flights.  It seems that they have some staffing issues with not enough pilots available for the numb er of timetabled flights.   Ryanair Boss Michael O’Leary has said they face a huge compensation bill as over 2000 flights have been listed as…

  • 70’s minicruise to Bruges with P&O Ferries

    70’s minicruise to Bruges with P&O Ferries

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    P&O Ferries have just released the dates and details for their upcoming themed 70’s minicruise to Bruges.   Departing on Friday 6th October 2017 and returning Sunday 8th October 2017, this 3 day, 2 night cruise starts at just £89.  An amazing time is promised and the offer is a return sailing from Hull to…

  • Cycling in Madrid

    Cycling in Madrid

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    Madrid is a lovely city, the capital of Spain and a real must for anyone who loves to explore.  Its position and height mean that its a great all year round destination.   Getting to Madrid Madrid is easy to get to with his massive Madrid-Barajas airport offering a huge selection of regional and international…

  • Pound heading to all time low against the Euro

    Pound heading to all time low against the Euro

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    Is the pound heading to an all time low against the Euro?  The media certainly is saying it will.  With rates heading lower over the last few months some are predicting that the rate will level out at 1 pound to 1euro by the start of 2018.   The pound has been getting you fewer…