When you’re travelling somewhere, and you need to pack your suitcase or backpack, you need to think carefully about what to take, how much things will weigh, and how far you will be walking carrying them. You’ll also need to make sure you stay within weight limits, and whether you’ll actually need what you’re packing. Weight limits: Many airlines these days have weight limits, and some of them can be quite strict meaning that if you go over them at all, you’ll have to pay extra for your luggage. Try to make sure you choose light weight suitcases so that you don’t lose a chunk of your weight allowance before you start. If you can take on hand luggage without it being weighed then try and put the heavier … Read entire article »

This sort of holiday is a bit different from your normal sun sea and sand family holiday, so what you’ll want to remember to take can be quite different. Some things like your camera for example will be the same, but here’s our guide to what else we think you should take along. Sleeping Equipment If you’re going to be sleeping out in tents, or in the rough, and will be carrying your sleeping equipment with you on your back make sure you invest in a really good sleeping bag. There are many out there which are light weight and roll up very small while still being warm and effective, so make sure you talk to an expert and get good advice on this before you go. A mosquito net is a … Read entire article »

When you’re travelling with your family, there are so many things to remember to take. Theres all the really obvious things like passports, tickets and money, but after that, with the air companies limiting baggage more these days we’re all thinking about what we can leave out, and what is essential. Here’s our guide to things not to forget: Clothes Think about this one, where are you going, what will you be doing can you dump one or two outfits and replace with things that will mix and match. Are you going somewhere that sells clothing cheaply? If you are, this could be your chance to travel light on the way out, and stock up while you’re there. Do however remember that although it doesn’t happen often, luggage does go missing occasionally, so … Read entire article »