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Cheap Travel Insurance

March 6th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

We all know that travel insurance is vitally important if you are going on holiday – be it for a long weekend, an overnight trip or even a 3 month cruise. But knowing what your insurance covers, and how much cover you need, can be tricky.

We all know that direct travel insurance covers any hospital costs that may occur while we are on holiday. We never plan on being taken ill or getting injured while on holiday, but if we do our travel insurance is there to cover our medical expenses.

Travel insurance also covers such events as your baggage being lost or any personal items being lost or stolen while you are out enjoying yourself. Any money that you have on you or have in your hotel room is also covered. Travel insurance also covers you incase you cannot take your holiday, for example if you have to cancel it because of illness, injury or death of a close relative. It also covers you incase you have to cut your holiday short because of these. Travel insurance policies also cover you incase your flight is delayed or cancelled.

A very useful extra that many travel insurance companies offer is personal liability cover. This covers you if you injure someone, or their property, whilst you are on holiday. This is an exceptionally useful add on if you are planning on hiring a car or bike while on holiday.

When it comes to how much travel insurance cover you need it does depend upon your personal circumstances. If you have pre existing medical conditions it is often worth buying your insurance through a broker, who will make sure you are covered to the level you need. If you haven’t got a pre existing condition there is a general level of insurance you should look to be covered up to. This includes £1m of emergency medical cover within Europe and £2m if you are going elsewhere, in particular the USA. On top of this you should have £1,000 for baggage and personal belongings and £200 to £500 for stolen or lost cash including traveller’s cheques.

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Your Guide To Portugal

July 21st, 2011 Tushar Mathur

Portugal is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe and one of the most popular holiday destinations for tourists looking for a relaxing holiday. Here’s a few tips to make sure you get the most out of your holiday.

Driving in Portugal

Hiring a car can be one of the best ways to really get to see what Portugal has to offer. Their road network is sophisticated and you can easily get from one end of the country to the other in a few hours. It is worth noting that some Portuguese motorways do require a toll fee and you’ll notice most motorways offer a ‘via verde’ lane which is just for motorists who have paid a subscription to drive there. The attitude towards driving in Portugal is one of put your foot down and hope for the best so if you’re more of a nervous driver Portuguese roads may not be for you and always make sure you’ve got a very comprehensive insurance policy.

Eating in Portugal

Like most southern European countries, Portugal loves its food and it’s not hard to see why. Sitting down to dinner isn’t just a human requirement to refuel the body it’s a social event and a real Portuguese mean can last hours. It’s common place in Portuguese restaurants to have a dish of entrées brought to the table, where as these would usually be free in most other countries, in Portugal they will usually appear on the bill, if you’re in doubt always check with your server. In a typical Portuguese restaurant the food will be fresh and generally very healthy, fishes and meat will usually be locally sourced and things like olives and berries are everywhere.

Where to stay

Like most holiday destinations you’ll have the usual choice of B&B’s, hotels, villas and apartments when it comes to finding somewhere to stay in Portugal. If you want a spot of luxury in your holiday then consider staying in a Pousadas which is a Portuguese hotel that was once a building of historic interest like a castle or a fort. If you want to take in some beautiful sites and surround yourself with Portuguese history and culture a Pousadas is the place for you. If you want something a little more rustic and something that’s going to give you the experience of really being in Portugal then a local B&B will be for you but be careful as there are some Portuguese business owners that would be happy to take advantage of a naive tourist.

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10 Tips For First Time Holidaymakers In The Costa Del Sol

June 1st, 2011 Tushar Mathur

Although the Costa Del Sol is a fairly well established and reliable destination when it comes to getting everything you want from a holiday, if you haven’t been there before you can still miss out on all the best bits.  To make sure you make the most of your holiday, check out these 10 tips for first time holidaymakers in the Costa del Sol.

1.  Pick Your Resort

The Costa del Sol has a huge range of resorts so there is something to suit all tastes.  If you’re looking for a bit of luxe and the odd celebrity spotting then head to Marbella; for the traditional Spanish package holiday book in at Torremolinos; and for something a bit more low key, try the resort of Nerja.

2. Hire A Car

If you can’t make up your mind which resort you want to stay in, or you want to pack in as many of the sights and sounds of the Costa into your holiday as you possibly can, then car hire is an excellent idea.  Hiring a car can cost from as little as €11 per day and there are normally plenty of models to choose from.

3. Take A Credit Card

Although the main focus of your holiday will no doubt be sun, sea and nightlife, there’s much more to buy on the Costa than a bucket and spade and a pina colada.  Many of the resorts can cater for some pretty high end shopping tastes so if you want to blow the holiday budget on designer shoes, you’ve come to the right place.  Check out the high fashion boutiques on Marbella’s Golden Mile if you want to go all out.

4. Hit The Beach

Probably one of the best things about the Costa is the miles and miles of beautiful beaches that attract the thousands of holidaymakers who flock to the area each year. La Cala Beach is particularly well known for its fine, golden sand, head to the cool beach clubs of Puerto Banús if you’re not shy about accidentally being papped sitting behind a celeb or two, or enjoy the dramatic landscapes and hidden bays of Cabo de Gata, Costa Calida.

5. Jump In A Boat

It’s not just on the beaches of the Costa del Sol where the best relaxation and entertainment is to be found. Venture off your sun lounger and take a boat trip into the Straits of Gibraltar to spend the day watching whales and bottle-nosed dolphins frolic in the waves.

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Things to know if you are planning for a Las Vegas Trip

November 3rd, 2008 Tushar Mathur

Las Vegas is the most famous city of Nevada. Nevada is a state in the United States of America. This city is known as the entertainment capital of the world. It is the most stunning city which has amazing casinos, strip clubs, dance bars, restaurants and excellent shopping centers. This city is often known as the Sin city because is provides a number of adult entertainment facilities.

There are few basic things that you should know if you are planning a trip to Las Vegas. These tips will surely prove beneficial to you once you have landed in Las Vegas.

  • Las Vegas is a very expensive city. Try to save as much money as possible. If you are on a budget vacation then make sure you check into a cheap hotel which is located in the center of the city. This will help you in saving money because then you do not have to waste unnecessary money on hiring a car.
  • While planning for a trip to Las Vegas make sure that you carry some comfortable and strong walking shoes with your self. There are strong chances that you will spend most of your time walking on the strip or probably waiting in huge lines. Comfortable shoes will make you feel at ease and you will be able to enjoy your vacation in a better way.
  • Another most important thing to remember before taking a trip to Las Vegas is that you should bring along clothes that would suit the weather conditions of Las Vegas. Between the months of May and August the weather is extremely hot and between October and April the weather is usually cold. Make sure to check the weather conditions before making the trip. Knowing the weather conditions will help you to pack your bags accordingly.
  • If it is possible then you should avoid busy holiday seasons while planning a trip to Las Vegas. Las Vegas is a city which is visited by tourists all the year around. If you visit Las Vegas during the busy months then you have to pay high airfares, car rentals, hotels and entry fees. The city would also be heavily crowed at that time. Make sure to make your reservations much in advance.
  • You should do a through out search of the city and its main attraction before making a trip. Make sure that you know about the best deals and packages. If you are aware of the routes and life style of the city before coming to Las Vegas, it would help in saving much of your time and energy.
  • Las Vegas has a number of beautiful golf courses.

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