03rd September 2009
Luxury holidays are all well and good but they can easily put a dent in your savings. So what's the affordable alternative?
A record number of Brits are now choosing to stay in the UK for their holidays, setting up camp in a trailer tent or caravan. ...
03rd September 2009
Fine craftsmanship, rarely seen and utterly beautiful - it's not difficult to see the appeal in classic cars. But in a belt-tightening climate, are they really worth spending your hard-earned cash on?
As it turns out, a love of vintage motors could act...
02nd September 2009
If you are one of the thousands of savers who piled into high-interest fixed-rate savings bonds a year ago, you may be in a quandary as to what to do now that your deal is about to end. Back then you could lock hard-earned cash into rates of 7 or 8%, but ...
02nd September 2009
July has seen two lots of property industry research published. Data from mortgage providers, Paragon, showed that yields in the private rented sector have increased during the second quarter of the year. Due to a strong tenant demand, the market has se...
30th August 2009
With research recently published by Post Office® warning of the costs of ‘must have' items for UK holidaymakers, it might be that ‘staycationers' will need to save money on other areas of their holidays. Travel is likely to be a big cost to some, bu...
30th August 2009
New research published by Post Office® shows that petrol and diesel prices have plummeted in Europe - making certain holiday destinations even more enticing as the UK weather continues to disappoint.
As the pound continues to make gains on the euro, m...
30th August 2009
As if the perpetual rain isn't enough, Post Office® research published last month has given UK holidaymakers another reason to consider travelling abroad last minute this summer. Alongside the growing strength of pound sterling against the euro, the rep...
30th August 2009
The word, ‘staycation', has been spoken of so much in 2009 that it has seemingly left the confines of inner-travel-industry circles and media offices and has become an acute and meaningful term in its own right. Yet, as the school holidays begin in ear...
30th August 2009
Brighton has been a popular tourist destination since at least as far back as the 19th Century. So popular has the town been over the last two centuries, for nearly a hundred years the beach-side boasted two pleasure piers to entertain the masses who flo...
29th August 2009
Research published by Post Office® recently highlights the health effects the recession has had on those living in the UK. The report shows that certain groups of people - with a particular focus on parents - are suffering from increased anxiety and str...
28th August 2009
Getting started
Romania: it's more than just the crossroads of Europe. With medieval architecture, stunning views and warm summers, there's plenty to explore, as we find out.
Hit the road
Romania has a lot to show for its Eastern European roots: ...
28th August 2009
A popular car hire company is urging UK holidaymakers to consider hiring a vehicle for the summer months, and to get in there fast due to high projected demand. The news comes as thousands of UK tourists plan to stay in the country due to the weak pound ...
28th August 2009
Getting started
Austria: home to Mozart, opera and Hundertwasser architecture - a country rich in history, music and beautiful countryside.
Unfortunately, if there's one country that's too often overlooked, it's this one, as it's frequently bypassed...
28th August 2009
Getting started
First off, it's an 800 mile drive (from London) to the Czech Republic, so if you're not picking up a rental at the airport, make sure both you and your car are well prepared for the trip. That said, however you arrive, castles and gorge...
28th August 2009
Getting started
Despite the name, Iceland isn't the Arctic landscape you might expect. It is, however, underpinned by some major volcanic activity, which contributes to its spectacular scenery and unusual way of life. We explore this geological wonderl...
