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Destinations

There’s a whole world to discover, so where’s next for you? And what do you need to know upfront about the local culture, climate, transport connections, healthcare provision and risks to watch out for. This set of guides covers travel to popular destinations and what to keep in mind.

Three young women, left and right both wearing sunglasses, all laughing in the sunshine

10 best holidays to take teenagers on

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a couple relaxing by the sea with a picnic

Winter sun holiday destinations to escape to

Dark mornings, cold hands, heating bills and chapped lips are among the most ...

Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco

Travel insurance for Morocco

Perched on the northern tip of Africa, Morocco’s long been a popular ...

Old French townhouses

Travel insurance for France

It may be a short hop away, but a trip to France is not without its travel ...

Canadian kayaks in water surrounded by Canadian mountains and trees

Travel insurance for Canada

Canada is a vast country of diverse delights – everything from bustling cities ...

Taj Mahal in distance with people in the foreground

Travel insurance for India

For many UK holidaymakers, India is an intriguing and diverse culture with ...

Lagoon with boats surrounded by rocky green hillside in Thailand

Travel insurance for Thailand

Thailand’s idyllic beaches, azure-blue sea, buzzing cities and exciting ...

Classic red car parked in Havana street, Cuba

Travel insurance for Cuba

Today, Cuba is more accessible than it has been for many decades, and those who ...

Schengen village, Luxembourg

Schengen travel insurance

The status of Schengen visas for international students resident in the UK is ...

Charles V palace in Alhambra, Spain

Travel insurance for Spain

Every year, millions of holidaymakers from the UK head to Spain for its ...

Cappadocia with hot air balloons flying around the sky

Travel insurance for Turkey

A trip to Turkey offers toasty beaches and tourist treats aplenty. No wonder ...

Grand Canyon at sunset

Travel insurance for USA

The famous cliché of America is that it's big. And it is. Across its six time ...

Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour, at night

Travel insurance for Australia

Heading down under for a trip to or around Australia? Make sure you’ve got the ...

Interior of Dublin library in Ireland

Travel insurance for Ireland

Do UK residents need travel insurance for Ireland? And what healthcare is ...

Dubai skyline at night

Travel insurance for Dubai

Planning on living the high life with a trip to the UAE’s iconic mega-city, ...

Plane wing in flight

Don't make these holiday mistakes

Booking a last-minute holiday can get the blood pumping with the sudden thrill ...

Kukulkan Temple in Mexico

Travel insurance for Mexico

Find out about medical care available to Brits in Mexico, as well as travel ...

Venice at sunset

Travel insurance for Italy

Find out about the safety of travelling to Italy as well as the medical care ...

Egyptian pyramids

Travel insurance for Egypt

Make sure you’re travelling safely in Egypt with the latest advice and risks, ...

Woman in red dress and hat looking up at Greek ruins

Travel insurance for Greece

Greece and the Greek islands have long been a popular travel destination for us ...

Beach with sea waves lapping on to beach and a beautiful sunset in the distance

Find hot holiday destinations any time of year

If you're the type of sunchaser who looks forward to that sizzling summer ...

Palma Cathedral, Majorca, Spain

Travel insurance for the Balearic Islands

It’s one of the most popular holiday hotspots for UK holidaymakers. But what ...

New Zealand road with snow-capped mountains either side and ahead

Travel insurance for New Zealand

Find out what medical care Brits can access in New Zealand and travel risks to ...

Woman wearing hat and backpack at airport looking a departure board at the airport

Safe travels: where can I go on holiday?

Travel’s a great way to unwind, see the world, open the mind and expand ...

Elevated view of small coastal town in Canary Islands surrounded by blue waters

Travel insurance for the Canary Islands

People flock to the Canary Islands from all over Europe. No wonder, with such ...

Japanese temple in forest

Travel insurance for Japan

If you’re jetting off to Japan soon make sure you have good travel insurance to ...

Table mountain and Cape Town marina

Travel insurance for South Africa

How safe is South Africa to visit and why is having travel insurance important ...

Woman taking picture of landscape featuring a mountain range and lake.

The Travel Safety Index for Solo Travellers

Travelling solo means freedom and independence, making new connections and ...

Woman with their head outside a train window, posing for a picture with a scenic mountain range in the background

Gap year travel advice for solo travellers

Exploring the globe can be scary, but there’s so much to find at the edge of ...

The big wheel on the the left and a Christmas tree on the right at night

Christmas Markets Report 2023

Kickstarting your festive prep with a short getaway this year? The Post Office ...

A view of houses near the coast, against a blues sky

Autumn sunshine report – which islands offer best value for tourists?

Post Office Travel Money unveils the first Islands in the Sun Holiday Barometer ...

A white cruiser sits in the sunset-lit waters of Cape Town harbour, with the famous Table Mountain in the background

Holiday Money Report 2024

Long-haul destinations offer the best value for UK holidaymakers this year, ...

scenic view in Vietnam with trees, mountains and a boat in the sea

Long Haul Holiday Report 2023

Hoi An in Vietnam is still the best-value long haul destination for UK ...

Young family of four walking along a sandy beach with waves to their left

Family Holiday Report 2024

Looking to enjoy the sunshine without breaking the bank? New research from Post ...

Hot air balloons over Vilnius, Lithuania

City Costs Barometer: the best value city breaks

Eastern Europe leads the way for the best value city breaks this year. And ...

Woman wearing backpack holding a camera taking a photo in a street

How to plan a European city break on a budget

Thinking of heading off to Europe for a quick city break, but don’t want to ...

Two persons in a seaside village enjoying the sunshine

Holiday Spending Report

From European hotspots to far-flung destinations, UK travellers are making ...

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