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The Best Cheap Weekend Breaks in 2010

As 2010 draws to an end, it’s time to look back over the year and see which cheap weekend breaks captured your hearts the most.

Win a Round the World Ticket AND £1000 Spending Money

Aha…so news of another great competition has come our way. HostelBookers are offering one lucky UK resident the chance to win a round the world ticket (up to a value of £3000) plus £1000 spending money to go with it. All you need to to is head over here and complete their survey. See, told [...]

The UK’s Top Five Scenic Drives

The United Kingdom has an array of beautiful landscapes which are easy to access by road. Whether you’re a native or a visitor, travel by car to explore the UK’s finest scenic routes.

How to Visit London’s Top Theatres For Less

So, what is the best advice for someone who loves London and wants to experience it to the max? These tips and tricks to…

Getting From Stansted Airport to Central London

Unfortunately, Stansted Airport is not that close to London but it is within reach of the exciting capital.

Trains…

Venice Transportation

Venice is beautiful, however transport in Venice can cause problems. Here’s a guide to help you get the most out of Venice’s transportation options.

The Top 5 Photo Spots in Europe

The author of photo blog Travel Feeder chooses his Top 5 Photos from Europe:

How to Use the Paris Metro – Part One

The underground Metro system in Paris is huge but it is easier to use than its counterpart in London. Paris Metro Tickets One ticket covers one journey, whether you travel for one stop, twenty stops, change trains or fall asleep and wake up at the end of the line. That’s simpler than London because you [...]

Can Travelgrove.com Help You Find a Cheap Weekend Away?

Travelgrove.com specializes in finding cheap flights, cheap hotels and cheap holiday deals by searching through a myriad of other travel sites…

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Can You Buy Plastic Bags for Security at Heathrow Airport, London?

London Heathrow’s security may be one of the most unforgiving around but the bright side is that they..

Find Answers with Cheap Weekend Breaks

The Cheap Weekend Breaks’ question bank started off with your travel questions – and aims to keep on answering them. So, if you want to find answers…

Remember to Apply for an EHIC Card - By Orcmid

Travelling in Europe? Do You Have One of These?

An EHIC Card. The name’s not particularly catchy or exciting but there you go. Health care, as usual, falls under the “Boring But Important” category. The good news for European citizens is that you’re entitled to free, emergency health care across the European Union – but ONLY if you have a valid EHIC card with [...]

Get Paid to Travel All Year?

Well, yes, travel at the weekend can be great – but how about all year? With pay? That’s what lowcostholidays.com are offering at the moment in what they describe as the ultimate “joliday.” They offer to pay you £20 000 for the year in return for reviewing (in front of the camera) holidays as voted for [...]

Car Hire Tips

Today’s car hire tips come from Travel Jigsaw. I haven’t used their services yet (they specialise in car hire) but their advice is universal.

How to Use the London Underground

It’s the oldest in the world and its map resembles rainbow-coloured spaghetti, but don’t be intimidated. It’s easy to use the London Underground.

Find Cheap Weekend Breaks with Twitter

How to find cheaper short breaks away by jumping on the Twitter bandwagon. Three easy steps.

Getting to London from Heathrow Airport

London is vast and so is Heathrow Airport. You’ll have plenty of transport options – although some will be easier than others. Here’s a roundup:

Getting To and From Seville Airport

The airport in Seville (SVQ) is small, shiny and new. It’s a respectable distance from the centre of Seville and it’s also well-connected by road to the slick new motorways that lead to …

5 Great Christmas Markets for Cheap Weekend Breaks

So, you’ve shoved the Halloween costumes back into the wardrobe, craned your neck at fireworks and marked another year of remembrance with a poppy. What next? Yes, it’s finally time to start thinking about Christmas (according to my very accurate guessometer calendar.) If the thought of shuffling into High Street shops gets you down, then [...]

8 Great Quotes to Have Fun With

If your to-do list is out of control and your mojo is disappearing down the drain, have a quick look at these quotes. Laugh, cry, wince or be inspired – either way

Luxury for Less with the Paradors in Spain

If you want to stay in a former castle, monastery or palace then this is the way to do it.

What is Twitter?

Already know what twitter is? Great – link up with @travelcwb or retweet a post you like … Not a clue? Read on for a Beginner’s Guide to Twitter. Twitter: In its Simplest Form Twitter has been called many things – a microblogging platform, an independent force for democracy and a total and utter [...]

6 Reasons Why It’s Better to Travel Hand Luggage Only

I’ve long since thought that hand luggage – or cabin luggage – only is the best way to travel at the weekend.

Here are the advantages:

Getting to and from Bristol Airport

Unfortunately it’s not actually that close to the city…

Three Ways to Enjoy England

You don’t need to decide between spending a small fortune in London or zipping up the tent and shivering on a campsite…

Airport Security Bags - by graphiclunarkid

Q) Can you buy plastic bags at Bristol Airport for security?

A) At the time of writing (September 2009) yes, you can at Bristol as well as many other UK airports. Some airports give them out for free (London Gatwick Airport a few months ago) whereas other airports, such as Bristol and Manchester, charge £1 for either 3 or 4 bags. Where Can You Buy Them? [...]