The problem with finding affordable travel insurance when you turn 60

Travel insurers ignore the fact that some over-80s are fitter than many much younger travelers – E+ There are benefits to being an older traveler, including free or reduced-price admission to many sights and attractions in Europe. But there are also disadvantages. Particularly the significantly higher prices associated with purchasing travel insurance and the steep … Read more

A simple guide to European train travel

(Pete Seaward/Lonely Planet) Here’s a fun fact for anyone looking to be more eco-friendly when exploring the continent this summer: if you take the train instead of flying, you can reduce the carbon footprint of your getaway by up to 90 percent. Plus, if you follow our headache-free hacks, it doesn’t have to be as … Read more

A side effect of the colossal NHS waiting list? Holidaymakers risk losing a fortune

Risking the need for medical treatment abroad – without insurance – can be extremely expensive – LordHenriVoton/E+ Do you have pre-existing health problems? It is a question that is causing more and more problems for holidaymakers trying to take out travel insurance. A positive response risks either a sharp increase in premium (or even a … Read more