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Holidaymakers are being reminded of the importance of travel insurance following news this week of financial difficulties at tour operator Thomas Cook.

Whether you're hitting the shops or battling miserable weather to see friends and family, make sure you're on the right track this winter by reading our top tips for festive train travel.

The cost of skiing in Switzerland has soared as the pound has struggled against the Swiss Franc. So where can you now get the most for your money this winter?

Skiers and snowboarders will be heading to the slopes this winter but there are a few widely-held misconceptions when it comes to winter sports travel insurance. Make sure you have the right cover before you go.

Driving in a foreign country means a whole new set of rules and regulations for drivers, and first you must work out if your licence is valid or if you need to get an international driving permit. Some countries have additional regulations that must be observed as well.

Every four years, countries send their biggest and best squads to compete in the Rugby World Cup. We take a look at this year's event and how the home nations stack up.

Everyone loves a good deal, so we’ve rounded up a selection of the best shopping discounts and offers available right now, from big names such as Getthelabel, Dorothy Perkins, Prezzo and Halfords. Read on for our picks.

Married fifty-something Patricia Fletcher is heading to Kenya for three months. She explains why and offers budgeting tips for those planning their own mid-life gap year.

Older travellers, and particularly those over 65, can find it difficult to get travel insurance at an affordable level, as many policies carry an upper age limit. Here's how to find affordable cover.

Find out more about the London Eye: arguably the most iconic ferris wheel in the world, not to mention the tallest in the western hemisphere.