A no deal Brexit could leave the EHIC in the cold...
As Brits desperately try to make plans for Christmas and winter breaks, against the backdrop of on-going Covid-19 restrictions, the prospect of a no-deal...
63% don’t agree with proposed changes to Highway Code hierarchy of...
44% of road users haven’t looked at the Highway Code for more than 20 years
- Insurer reveals road users DON’T know the latest rules of...
Half term flights cost over £100 more than week earlier
What a difference a week makes! Half term flights almost 300% more expensive
New study finds flights as much as 295% more than the...
Heart of Wales line to partially reopen in November as repairs...
Passengers will again be able to travel on a section of the Heart of Wales line, which runs from Shrewsbury to Swansea, from November...
Sunflower lanyards take off for passengers with hidden disabilities
Travelling with a hidden disability can be stressful, whether you’re taking an international flight or a bus to the next town. One in five...
How to practise responsible tourism during COVID-19
How to practiseresponsible tourism during COVID-19
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How COVID-19 affected travel
The accessibility of travel before the coronavirus outbreak
An insight into the impact of lockdown
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Why ‘war cover’ isn’t the best travel insurance option to save...
Frustrated UK travellers have been trying to navigate the ever-changing advice from the
Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) during this summer season. As the air...
Cutting your commute by one day could save 379.2kg emissions –...
The difference a day makes – research reveals cutting your commute by one day per week could save over 379kg of CO2 emissions
Research...
Top 10 hacks to keep kids entertained in the car, as...
- Parenting Panel reveal the top tips for keeping children calm for long journeys –
A new investigation from Admiral car insurance has revealed that 18% of...
France quarantine rules: employment law commentary
The government announced last night that UK quarantine measures will apply to France from 04:00 BST on Saturday 15th August. People arriving from France, as...
To travel or not to travel – what do sudden changes...
In the past few days, we’ve seen that air bridges can close as quickly as they can open,
leaving holidaymakers with just hours’ notice to...
Pittsburgh’s reputation as a thriving tech hub is bolstered by...
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a city at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and despite the current pandemic, continues to welcome businesses drawn to the region's...
14 day quarantine for people travelling from Spain back to UK
Travellers arriving in the UK from Spain will now have to quarantine for 14 days following a spike in coronavirus cases, as the FCO advises...
Spanish ‘air bridge’ collapse – do not travel uninsured this summer
The Government’s shock decision to collapse the Spanish ‘air bridge’ at the weekend has left around two million holidaymakers at risk of not being...
Let’s look after each other
We continue to work with the Government and wider industry to ensure we are following the latest advice to keep our customers and staff...
Welsh place names a hit in Hungary as cities get a...
The new Welsh names of Hungary’s cities took the Hungarian media by storm after a Welsh-language map of the country emerged on social media.
Leading...
Covid-19 and Your Rights When it Comes to Holiday Bookings and...
Booking a summer holiday gives us all something to look forward to. However, the coronavirus outbreak is causing major travel disruption around the globe...
These 15 Virtual Tours will Inspire your 2021 Destination Wedding
If you're one of the 64% of engaged couples who have had to postpone their wedding this year, then a destination wedding might be...
Train companies to offer free travel to those fleeing domestic abuse...
From today, people fleeing domestic abuse anywhere in Britain during the coronavirus lockdown can apply for free train travel to refuge accommodation, through a...
CORONAVIRUS: TOURIST TOWNS THREATENED BY DROP IN VISITORS, WARN COUNCILS
Tourist towns and seaside resorts reliant on seasonal crowds are under the threat of becoming “ghost towns” as people stay at home amid the...
“Take your bike and leave public transport for critical workers,” urges...
Cycling UK calls on everyone to cycle essential local journeys
More cycling can reduce demand on public transport making it safer for key...
Coronavirus: Challenges arising from sudden surge in tourism
The Leaders of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire County Councils have consulted with leaders at; Hywel Dda University Health Board and MPs and AMs across...
Blue badge applications
Carmarthenshire customer service Hwbs are closed but you can still apply online, by post or by phone on 01267 234567. You can send any...
CPT reaction to Bus Services (Wales) Bill
Please find below a reaction from CLA Cymru Director John Pockett to the publication of the Welsh Government’s Bus Services (Wales Bill).
“Bus travel is...
COVID-19 crisis: Italy in lockdown and BA cancels all flights to...
The COVID-19 outbreak has now caused a nationwide lockdown in Italy, with the government advising all those in the badly hit cities to stay...
‘Meetings on Mountains’ – make decisions and stay fit while at...
A Welsh training company has developed a unique new offering designed to make work meetings more productive – while also keeping staff healthy.
Increasing numbers...
Flybe crisis – here is what you can do if your...
The collapse of Flybe has caused another holiday meltdown, leaving travellers stranded and thousands of jobs at risk. The much-loved British airline was saved...
COVID-19 crisis – is a staycation the best holiday for those...
As the government implements its ‘battle plan’ to deal with the escalating numbers of people diagnosed with COVID-19, those with existing medical conditions have...
Coronavirus crisis – advice on what to do for any...
Coronavirus crisis – FCO issues ban on travel to China so here is advice on what to do for any planned holiday in the...
Outbreak of Coronavirus in China: Everything Brits Need to Know
Following the growing spread of the life-threatening coronavirus, tifgroup, the UK’s leading travel insurer, has answered the nation’s concerns regarding travelling to or from...
Cruise holidays – get the right cover or your holiday could...
January is one of the busiest times of the year for cruise holidays. However, it’s important to get the correct cover, otherwise travellers may...
LGA RESPONDS TO VISITBRITAIN/VISITENGLAND ANNUAL REVIEW
Responding to the VisitBritain/VisitEngland annual review on tourism spending in Britain, which revealed that visitors spent £951 million in the last financial year as...
Drop-in sessions – new-style bus passes
Transport for Wales is rolling out new-style bus passes across Wales. We are holding more drop-in sessions to help people renew.
Those yet to renew...
Post Brexit travel research – Welsh data
As the UK prepares to leave the European Union, a new survey shows that many people are still not aware of the benefits of...
Season Ticket story
Beat the crowds and renew your season ticket online as Transport for Wales makes ticket buying even easier
Transport for Wales is making it even...
Planning Your First Trip to the US
If you are planning your first ever trip to the United States then no doubt you will be very excited about your trip and...
Archie in Africa – how to prepare a baby for its...
Royal Archie heads on his first trip abroad – what preparations are needed before your baby’s first holiday?
With news that Prince Archie will be...
Rugby World Cup – travel insurance a must, otherwise you may...
Rugby World Cup in Japan – travel insurance a ‘must’ for medical treatment if you get caught in the scrum!
The Rugby World Cup is...
Cadoxton residents and passengers thanked as major milestone reached in station...
Cadoxton AFA bridge lift time lapse footage
Network Rail has thanked the local community and passengers of Cadoxton station for their patience, as the project...
Improvement work at Ty Gwyn station comes to an end
Improvement work at Ty Gwyn railway station has been completed by Network Rail. The station has been closed for three weeks for the work...
Life-saving equipment rolled out to more railway stations across the Wales...
Network Rail and Transport for Wales have been working in partnership to install life-saving defibrillators in a number of railway stations across the Wales...
Bridgend identified as a railway station hotspot for trespass and anti-social...
The Bridgend area has been identified as an area that experience repeat incidents of anti-social behaviour and incidents such as site trespass (including railway...
Ryanair strikes – what you should do if strikes threaten to...
With the recent news that pilots at Ryanair are planning to go on strike, travellers may find their holiday plans interrupted which could leave...
Train fares are set to rise again in January 2020
London, 14.08.2019 – Train fares are set to rise again on the 2nd January 2020 by around 2.8 per cent, according to the Retail...
Pembrokeshire Coast named one of UK’s top sights by Lonely Planet
Pembrokeshire Coast is named one of the UK’s most incredible sights by Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet ranks the top 500 unmissable experiences and hidden gems...
Post Office Travel Smart Index analyses the common travel mishaps across...
Two in five travel insurance claims for cancellation or baggage
Brits left £540 out of pocket from cancelled holidays and incidents abroad1
Thailand, New Zealand...
BRITS SHELLING OUT £1,463 TO ATTEND STAG, HEN DOS & WEDDINGS...
BRITS ATTENDING MORE WEDDINGS, HEN & STAGS ABROAD THAN EVER, ACCORDING TO CULTURE TRIP
2 in 5 weddings that Brits attend each year are...
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE: LON CEIRIOG W5136, LLANELLI
A request has been received for the temporary road closure of the W5136, Lon Ceiriog at Llanelli, from its junction with the C2077, Trallwm...
Travel Insurance Myths – what isn’t covered?
We have been to-ing and fro-ing on the terms of the leaving the EU and Britain is in slight chaos about the whole deal,...
Brexit uncertainty: Best non EU countries to visit
As we approach summer holiday season Brexit negotiations are still in a state of flux, despite the date for Britain to leave the EU...