Getting around

Flights, trains, ferries, road trips and everything between the places.

Getting aroundAirport tips: how to get through check-in, security and the gate with less stress

Practical airport tips for any trip: when to arrive, what to do before you leave home, how to move through security quickly and how to survive a long wait.

Getting aroundDriving abroad: licences, road rules and what to check before you go

Driving abroad for the first time? What to check before you go: licence and permit rules, the side of the road, tolls, speed limits and what to carry in the car.

Getting aroundFlight delayed or cancelled? What to do, step by step

Flight delayed or cancelled? The steps to take at the airport and online, what to ask the airline, what to keep, and where to check your passenger rights.

Getting aroundHow to beat jet lag: before, during and after the flight

How to beat jet lag with simple habits: shift your sleep before you fly, use light and meals on arrival, and plan an easy first day. General advice only.

Getting aroundHow to book flights for a group without losing your mind

How to book flights for a group: agree dates and airports, decide who books, handle different departure cities, and keep every booking reference in one place.

Getting aroundHow to get from the airport to the city centre, without overpaying

How to get from the airport to the city: trains, buses, taxis and ride-hailing compared, plus how to check the options before you land and avoid arrival scams.

Getting aroundHow to plan a campervan trip: route, camp spots, and what to check

How to plan a campervan trip: choose a route and pace, find legal places to sleep, handle water, power and waste, and what to check before you collect the van.

Getting aroundHow to plan a cycling holiday, from route to bike to bed

How to plan a cycling holiday: choose a route, set a daily distance you will enjoy, sort the bike and luggage, and book stays that suit tired legs and kit.

Getting aroundHow to plan a travel day so it does not wreck the trip

A travel day is a day of your trip, not dead time. Here is how to plan the journey, the buffer, the food and the arrival so you reach your bed in good shape.

Getting aroundHow to use public transport in a new city and not get lost

How to use public transport in a new city: work out the system, pay the right way, read the map, avoid common mistakes and plan the day before you set off.

Getting aroundIsland hopping by ferry: how to plan routes, tickets and timings

How to plan island hopping by ferry: build a route that works, book the right crossings, allow for weather and delays, and keep every ticket in one place.

Getting aroundLong layover tips: what to do with hours between flights

Long layover tips for the airport and beyond: decide whether to stay or leave, check your documents, store bags, and get back in time for your next flight.

Getting aroundLong-haul flight tips: how to arrive in better shape

Practical long-haul flight tips for the seat, sleep, food and water, and what to keep within reach, so you land less tired and ready for the first day.

Getting aroundNight trains in Europe: how to take them and what to expect

How night trains work in Europe: seat, couchette or sleeper, what to pack, how to sleep, and how to plan the route so you wake up somewhere worth arriving.

Getting aroundRenting a car abroad: how to book, what to check and how to avoid surprises

How to rent a car abroad without surprises: what to book, which insurance questions to ask, what to check at pick-up and how to return it cleanly.

Getting aroundTrain travel in Europe: how to plan routes, tickets, passes and seat reservations

How train travel in Europe works: planning routes, point-to-point tickets versus passes, seat reservations, night trains and what to do when a connection fails.