... this alone. The EHIC card only entitles you to state medical care, so some hospitals won't accept it. You may find that you have to travel some distance to find a state-medical centre that will take your EHIC. And even if they do, you may find that you have to foot the bill and then seek a refund, which could take an age to get.

EHIC also doesn't provide insurance for piste rescue or repatriation - costs of these alone can run into thousands of pounds.

With this...more

Air Travel: What's In Your carry-On Bag?

...The whole idea of a carry-on bag is to tide you over until your luggage arrives. (Hopefully, it will arrive!) Some air travelers have no luggage at all, just their carry-ons. Before you start packing make sure your carry-on bag meets airline regulations. If you have any questions contact the airline or check government websites before you leave.

Make three photocopies of your passport, travel documents, and airline schedule. Keep one for yourself and give one to a relative. H...more

Online Audio Books - Your best Travelling companion

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Before I knew it, the lay overs were soon over and I was able to continue onward to my destination. Once I got onto the plane, I continued to listen to these audiobooks and t...more

Insuring Against Terrorism When Traveling Overseas

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