14th December 2008
With the price of holidays on the rise, more of us are seeking out cheaper deals on flights, hotels and car hire. But thousands of out-of-pocket holiday makers are coming to the realisation that cheap doesn't always mean cheap. You can avoid paying more t...
06th December 2008
An airport is typically a busy place; thousands of people milling around, queuing, shopping, checking through luggage; it's no wonder that scammers use airports to find their victims. This is a quick guide to the more common airport scams and how to spot ...
02nd December 2008
What do you want from a holiday? Fun and excitement, or peace and relaxation? Perhaps you love nothing more than a week-long retail therapy session, or you just want somewhere you can go to keep the kids happy? No matter what type of holiday you're after,...
02nd December 2008
As holiday destinations go, you can't go far wrong with a trip to Jamaica. The combination of lush tropical scenery, hot sun and cheerful, friendly locals makes for an unforgettable break.
Jamaica is a melting pot of cultures and races; English, Africa...
02nd December 2008
Renting a car on holiday is a good way to explore your destination as a native would, avoiding the busy tourist traps and making the most of your break. But, like many other tourist industries, the car hire sector is plagued with hidden fees and little su...
02nd December 2008
When you arrive at your holiday destination, you're usually tired from the flight, bogged down with luggage and just wanting to get to your hotel. If you've hired a car, you want to get in it and go as soon as you can. Car hire firms know this, and many w...
30th November 2008
Almost everyone will, at some time during their adult life, take out a loan. The current economy in the UK makes it difficult to get a loan with a competitive interest rate, but there is something to be said for shopping around, rather than taking the fir...
24th November 2008
Learning to drive in the UK is a costly exercise. This guide outlines some of the most common expenses a young driver will face as they work up to passing their tests, how to reduce some of these costs, and other hints and tips to gaining a full driving l...
30th October 2008
If you've ever been refused for a loan, HP or any other type of financial credit, you may be left wondering why. If you're one of the thousands in the UK who never check their credit file, it may be worth doing so as soon as you can.
It's been discove...
30th October 2008
As Christmas approaches, stores everywhere are preparing their festive displays and taking on more staff to cope with the anticipated crowds. But one store has gone a step further in their preparations.
Without naming names, one popular UK retailer ha...
30th October 2008
You may have seen the advertisements in your local paper; a claims management company (CMC) offers to get all your debts written off on a no-win, no-fee basis. Sounds too good to be true? It probably is.
A CMC is a new breed of debt management company,...
30th October 2008
The current state of the economy means that it's more difficult than ever to get a mortgage. More and more people are turning to so-called experts to help them find a good, yet affordable, mortgage deal during this tough time.
Unfortunately, due to th...
13th October 2008
Forget holidays abroad, some of the best destinations for a well-deserved break can be found right here on our doorsteps. Sure, the weather in the UK might not be up to much, but when you consider the benefits of staying in your own country, a bit of rain...
13th October 2008
The capital of Western Australia, the wonderfully diverse Perth offers a bouncing nightlife, sun drenched beaches, maritime adventures and much more. It's the ideal holiday destination for any age, no matter what you're into. If you can bear the long flig...
10th October 2008
Now the summer is behind us, most of us are beginning to think about the Christmas season. For many, Christmas is a time for panic, last-minute shopping and fights for the last pack of Christmas lights on the shelf. This year, why not be ahead of the game...
