According to newly unveiled research almost two-thirds of UK mortgage holders have no life cover, and half of those who do are inadequately insured to cover the outstanding balance of the home loan. These findings have prompted real concern at the...

The ambitious Portuguese boss of the Abbey believes he will turn the former building society into a fully fledged commercial bank by 2012, and has no qualms about taking on the UK’s biggest banks to achieve his aim. Abbey’s chief executive Ant...

Summer is low season in Thailand, but this means that it's a great time to visit the country if you're looking for special offers on hotels, including free nights and free upgrades (both on a hotel room and for a meal plan) and also no crowds. Ph...

A perfect mix of captivating historical attractions and great modern shopping opportunities, Edinburgh has always been considered the jewel in Scotland’s crown and it’s not hard to see why when you visit the city. First time visitors enjoying ...

It appears that it’s not all doom and gloom for the entire financial services industry as the global credit crunch continues to bite. Despite credit card applications being declined in record numbers and mortgage products suffering dramatic drops i...

We all know what it’s like; we make plans to spend some quality time with our partner – a nice evening meal, a glass or two of wine, a romantic film… and then a reasonably early night to enjoy each other’s company. But by the time the dail...

Mail on Sunday columnist Lauren Booth decided at the start of 2008 she could do without her credit cards, and in a symbolic gesture cut up all her plastic with the biggest pair of scissors she could find. However, her attempt to live in the moder...

Guys looking to be fashionable this season need look no further than a pair of twister jeans, available in a range of cuts and colours. This jeans are designed to fit comfortably around your bodies natural lines, with the seam running from the outsid...

There are several ways to safeguard maximum financial security, regardless of where the economy goes. The first sure fire way to save money for the future is to reduce your expenses now. Revising your attitude towards spending and exercising caution ...

For many people, private medical insurance has traditionally been seen as a luxury expense that only the wealthy can afford. However, the reality these days tells a different story; with NHS waiting lists becoming longer and longer for even the simpl...

Few people from the United States or beyond have not heard of the Pentagon: the headquarters of the USA Department of Defence, situated in Arlington, Virginia. The Pentagon's massive size has earned it the title of one of the world's largest building...

When someone mentions Turkey, the first thought that springs to mind is likely to be images of stately palaces, grand mosques or Turkish baths where you’re pampered with aromatic oils and scents and exotic belly dancers. However, for those looking ...

It might seem like a disaster at first, but discovering that your home requires some urgent renovation work needn't be upsetting. While it will undoubtedly involve a lot of hard work, look upon it as an opportunity to transform your home and add con...

Comprehensive private medical insurance plans can be expensive; but if you are one of those people who are on a budget, there are other ways to protect yourself should the unexpected happen. For instance, some health insurance providers offer lowe...

It seems that insurance can be bought for just about every conceivable device or potential eventuality. In the news, celebrities insure those body parts for which they are famous, while the latest games consoles, PCs and even watches are subject to ...