5 Beach Town Alternatives For a Less Crowded Vacation

Is your ideal vacation to spend time on a sunny, sandy beach? Are you looking for an escape from the crowds and tourists? If so, you’re not alone.

Many people are looking for alternatives to the traditional beach town vacation. Here are five alternative beach towns that will give you the quiet escape you’re looking for. With beautiful beaches and relaxed atmospheres, these towns are perfect for a relaxing getaway. read more

4 tips to make traveling easier for your body

Summer is almost over, but chances are you’ll be traveling again soon: fall foliage is just around the corner and family vacations are just around the corner. Travel, while exciting and rewarding, is often not easy on the body – especially as you get older. I’ve strained my back muscles more than once by hauling my luggage down the stairs (it says “luggage” because you drag it?). They don’t really have an exercise program at the gym to prepare you to haul 40-pound suitcases while sprinting to catch your connecting flight. To help make your next trip less painful, we’ve put together four tips to keep you comfortable when flying or driving out of town. read more

5 First-Aid Tips for Travelling

While travelling, the last thing on our minds is thinking about someone getting injured and needing medical attention. However, accidents do happen, so it’s worth knowing some first aid tips so you can be proactive, especially when travelling with children and elderly family members.

Always seek professional medical assistance as required, but while you are waiting it could be helpful to know some basic first-aid. This could save lives in critical situations. Most important of all is stay calm and assess the situation. By keeping calm, you will reassure those around you, and be better able to maintain the presence of mind to make the right decisions. read more

4 Best Small Beach Towns in the Carolinas

Nothing says summer like a day at the beach, and the Carolinas have no shortage of beautiful coastline to enjoy. From Nags Head to Wrightsville Beach, find out which small towns offer the best beaches and activities for a perfect Carolina summer vacation. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun or a quiet escape from it all, these towns have something for everyone. read more

4 Tips for Overcoming Travel Sickness on Long Coach Journeys

Motion sickness, also known as ‘travel sickness’ or ‘car sickness’, describes the feeling of nausea, dizziness, vomiting and general discomfort when travelling in a moving vehicle. It is caused by repeated movements when travelling, such as bumps in the road, where the inner ear sends signals to your brain that differ from what your eyes see. This leads to confusing messages that cause the feeling of sickness. While feeling this way is bad enough in a car, it can be even more uncomfortable on a coach – check out our top tips on how to combat travel sickness on long coach journeys. read more

4 Tips for Safe Solo Travel for Women in Spain

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel: The situation around the world is changing dramatically. Various governments have changed their travel warnings to restrict travel during this time. To understand how this may impact cover under your policy, please go to our FAQs and select your country of residence. read more

4 Tips From Flight Attendants For Surviving Your Next Transatlantic Trip

I’m a passionate traveler. There are few things I’d rather do than fill up a suitcase (only halfway, gotta leave room for the gifts!) and board a flight to some far-flung destination. But, admittedly, I’m also a delicate flower. That means even the most serene and uncrowded transatlantic flight is likely to put my body and brain out of whack in nearly every imaginable way. read more