Category Archives: Travel Advice

Alternative Aquitaine: Sun, Sand, and Surf’s Up in South-West France

Posted on September 9, 2014 by worldwideinsure

Do you like sun, sand and surf? How about paragliding from sand dunes with views of pine forests as far as the eye can see? Oh, and the views include the Atlantic Ocean too. It may sound like something from … Continue reading →

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Coppertone MyUV Alert Review – Travel App of the Month

Posted on August 28, 2014 by worldwideinsure

We’ve all been there – you’re off on your holiday as white as a glass of milk, eager to prove that you do and can tan to anybody on Facebook who might take the time to look! But alas, it’s … Continue reading →

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10 Ways To Beat The Stress of Bank Holiday Traffic

Posted on August 21, 2014 by worldwideinsure

With as many as 18 million cars predicted to be on the road in search of a bank holiday break, travel between the 23rd and 25th August this year has the potential to be stressful! Here are our top tips … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Holiday Dangers Abroad and How to Avoid Them

Posted on August 7, 2014 by worldwideinsure

1 – Being mugged – Don’t dress like a tourist. The advice is to avoid wearing new and/or expensive items of clothing, especially footwear and bags by well-known brands. Also avoid accessories such as hats and bags with tour operator … Continue reading →

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Holiday Tips to Avoid Kids This Summer

Posted on July 31, 2014 by worldwideinsure

The summer break is well known for turning holiday havens into destinations to be avoided if you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet. Whether you are looking for a summer holiday to celebrate a special occasion, or … Continue reading →

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Map My Ride – Travel App of the Month July 2014

Posted on July 25, 2014 by worldwideinsure

The theme this month has been France, and the famed bike ride that crosses it, which ends in the beautiful city of Paris. As such, we thought it was fitting to review an app for energetic travellers who take to … Continue reading →

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From Maubourguet, Bergerac & Paris, A Tour de France Travel Guide

Posted on July 21, 2014 by worldwideinsure

With Bastille Day celebrations over, and the Tour de France well underway, we carry on with our French theme. Find out what there is to do in the key locations in the final stages of the famed cycle race, from … Continue reading →

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Waze Review – Travel App of the Month

Posted on July 3, 2014 by worldwideinsure

What does Waze do? Waze is a free community based app that gives you access to real-time traffic data contributed by other Waze users. The end result is much better information than you would ever get from Google or Apple … Continue reading →

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5 of the Toughest Places to Be Vegetarian: Top Survival Tips

Posted on June 26, 2014 by worldwideinsure

Being vegetarian shouldn’t limit where you can travel, but some countries are especially tough to be in for the strict meat-avoider. However, even the most meat-loving of nations can accommodate your dietary requirements – usually. Here are five of the … Continue reading →

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Travel Insurance Stats and Facts – Young Brits Abroad

Posted on June 19, 2014 by worldwideinsure

A staggering 48% of 15 to 24 year olds go away on holiday totally uninsured. This statistic highlights the need for British youngsters to be educated about safe holiday travel, but when you consider that 24% of adults don’t take … Continue reading →

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