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...
Overseas Holidaymakers Can Reduce their Carbon Footprint by 980kg Per Trip...
The carbon footprint of overseas tourism is three to four times higher than previous estimates. As of 2019, it accounts for about 8% of...
FURTHER CONSULTATION WELCOMED AS NEW A40 OPTION REVEALED
Narberth County Councillor Vic Dennis and Labour's Parliamentary Candidate Marc Tierney have welcomed the decision that further engagement will take place with local residents...
Temporary Road Closure
Temporary road closure – A4069 Penprys Roundabout, Llanelli. From its junction with Llangennech roundabout to its junction with Felinfoel Link roundabout, a distance of...
STOP THE WORLD, I WANT TO GET OFF: THE FANTASY DESTINATIONS...
Two thirds (63%) of Brits wish they could visit fictional destinations on holidays, according to new research by Culture Trip
Mega month for...
1/3 of Brits admit they have lied about medical conditions when...
Declaring a medical condition when taking out travel insurance may incur an additional premium depending on the severity of the condition, so it’s no...
Council seeks views on new Assisted Transport Policy
Neath Port Talbot Council is looking for people’s views on its proposed new Adult Services Assisted Transport policy.
It will apply to all adults who...
Free temporary bus service for Llantwit road during essential works
An agreement between Wales and West Utilitiesand Neath Port Talbot Council will see the provision of a free shuttle bus serviceduring a road closure...
What does EHIC removal mean for travel insurance?
Earlier this week it was announced that the EHIC will no longer be valid if we leave the EU with no deal. This has...
Postcard Travel Insurance Promises Pet Pay-out
Postcard Travel Insurance has promised to cover all cancellation costs, should a pet fall ill before or during a holiday. Given that Britain is...
Could ‘Kondo-ing’ affect your bank balance?
Kondo-ing is the new, harsh act of dumping a significant other as soon as they don’t ‘spark joy’ anymore, but what happens if the...
