An airline pilot once gave me an invaluable travel tip that has proved a lifesaver. Never, he said, stand up from a cafe table or waiting room seat without checking behind you. Public spaces can be di

Avoid outfit fails and plane pitfalls with these tips from the style set’s most prolific travellers

Plenty of clothing has been sacrificed in the name of art. I have known people fill their entire hold allowance with equipment and bring clothes in hand luggage. The trick is to dedicate time to the p

Plenty of clothing has been sacrificed in the name of art. I have known people fill their entire hold allowance with equipment and bring clothes in hand luggage. The trick is to dedicate time to the p

1 DO YOUR RESEARCH Start by shopping around. Price comparison sites such as Travelsupermarket.com and Kayak. co.uk are great for getting a feel for costs. Experiment with different dates – timing can

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