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Seize the summer! Trip planning made easy
Planning a summer holiday should be exciting and stress-free. With a little organisation and the right advice, you can ensure a smooth and memorable trip. Here are some handy tips and tricks to help you plan a fantastic summer getaway: START EARLY The longer you have to plan your trip, the easier you’ll find it.…
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6 of the world’s best museums for your next cultural adventure
For many of us, one of the best parts of travelling is to learn about the history and people of the area. One great way of finding out about new cultures is to visit local museums during your trip. Here are 6 of the most interesting museums across the globe. Each one tells us something…
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Create lasting memories: The ultimate family holiday guide
Many of us have fond childhood memories of the holidays we took with our families. Now that we’re older, we still love to travel with our nearest and dearest. If you’re considering a multi-generational trip, we’ve got some top tips to help you make the most of your time together. Plus, we share some of…
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Why older travellers should set a holiday budget and how to do it
At the end of 2022, we asked you how your holiday spending plans had changed for 2023. We found that over half of you (55%1) don’t set a budget for your holidays. This figure rose to 60%1 for travellers aged 60-69 and 65%1 for those over 80. Our survey also showed that older travellers are…
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Staying cool while chilling out: Top 5 cooler destinations people are considering
Climate change has been a concern among holiday goers for some time, however last summer’s scorching temperatures across Europe, and particularly in the UK, was a penny dropping moment for many. Northern and Western Europe experienced prolonged and intense heat waves over the year. Temperatures in the UK breached the 40°C mark for the first…
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Unwind and relax: 6 stress-free holiday destinations
We could all use some much-deserved relaxation. Stress can significantly impact our mental health, and what better way to leave your worries behind than with a serene getaway? Here are our choices for 6 amazing places to help you unwind! BUDAPEST, HUNGARY The capital of Hungary is one of Europe’s most stately cities. Budapest is a beautiful…
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Your holiday budget: The psychology of overspending on holidays
If you set a budget for your holidays, do you stick to it? A recent InsureandGo survey showed that only 36%1 of holidaymakers stick to their budget. While going a little over each day seems like a minor issue, it can soon add up. Managing your money is a vital skill, especially during a cost-of-living…
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InsureandGo and MP team up to raise over £1,600 for the RNLI
Last Friday, we had a special guest at our offices in Southend. Our local MP, Sir James Duddridge KCMG, visited us to meet the team and work a shift for charity alongside them, raising funds for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. As part of Sir James’ ongoing campaign to support Southend RNLI, InsureandGo donated £1,600…
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Travel more, spend less: the best budgeting apps for travellers
Over half of us (55%1) don’t plan our holiday spending, and even those of us that do often overspend. Our Spend Survey showed that only 36%2 of travellers who set a budget actually stick to it. But doing so can help you make the most of your money, allowing you to travel more than you…
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Your complete travel checklist
There can be a lot of things to take care of when you’re booking your holiday, from accommodation and visas to travel insurance and packing your bags. Make sure you remember everything with our handy travel checklist! As soon as you book These are your top priorities to take care of the second you book…