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J Tillotson is a UK author who's specialist subjects include personal finance, energy and communications technology.
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With the price of holidays on the rise, more of us are seeking out cheaper deals on flights, hotels and car hire. But thousands of out-of-pocket holiday makers are coming to the realisation that cheap doesn't always mean cheap. You can avoid paying more than you expected for your so-called 'cheap' hotel if you know what to look for.
Posted: 2008-12-10
Category: Travel & Leisure
An airport is typically a busy place; thousands of people milling around, queuing, shopping, checking through luggage; it's no wonder that scammers use airports to find their victims. This is a quick guide to the more common airport scams and how to spot and avoid them.
Posted: 2008-12-05
Category: Travel & Leisure
Renting a car on holiday is a good way to explore your destination as a native would, avoiding the busy tourist traps and making the most of your break. But, like many other tourist industries, the car hire sector is plagued with hidden fees and little surcharges which can relieve the unsuspecting tourist of a lot more money than they expected.
Posted: 2008-11-25
Category: Travel & Leisure
When you arrive at your holiday destination, you're usually tired from the flight, bogged down with luggage and just wanting to get to your hotel. If you've hired a car, you want to get in it and go as soon as you can. Car hire firms know this, and many will take advantage of the fact. The 'discovered damage' ploy is one of the oldest tricks in the car hire book, and costs tourists millions of pounds each year.
Posted: 2008-11-25
Category: Travel & Leisure
As holiday destinations go, you can't go far wrong with a trip to Jamaica. The combination of lush tropical scenery, hot sun and cheerful, friendly locals makes for an unforgettable break.
Posted: 2008-11-25
Category: Travel & Leisure
Almost everyone will, at some time during their adult life, take out a loan. The current economy in the UK makes it difficult to get a loan with a competitive interest rate, but there is something to be said for shopping around, rather than taking the first one you see in desperation.
Posted: 2008-11-18
Category: Loans
Learning to drive in the UK is a costly exercise. This guide outlines some of the most common expenses a young driver will face as they work up to passing their tests, how to reduce some of these costs, and other hints and tips to gaining a full driving licence.
Posted: 2008-11-12
Category: Cars
You may have seen the advertisements in your local paper; a claims management company (CMC) offers to get all your debts written off on a no-win, no-fee basis. Sounds too good to be true? It probably is.
Posted: 2008-10-29
Category: Debt Consolidation
As Christmas approaches, stores everywhere are preparing their festive displays and taking on more staff to cope with the anticipated crowds. But one store has gone a step further in their preparations.
Posted: 2008-10-29
Category: Credit Cards
If you've ever been refused for a loan, HP or any other type of financial credit, you may be left wondering why. If you're one of the thousands in the UK who never check their credit file, it may be worth doing so as soon as you can.
Posted: 2008-10-29
Category: Loans
The current state of the economy means that it's more difficult than ever to get a mortgage. More and more people are turning to so-called experts to help them find a good, yet affordable, mortgage deal during this tough time.
Posted: 2008-10-27
Category: Mortgages
Economists in the UK are expecting the average price of a house to plummet by a staggering £65,000 in the next 12 months. The 35% drop is the worst ever seen in the UK, and looks set to plunge thousands of homeowners into negative equity.
Posted: 2008-10-24
Category: Mortgages
The capital of Western Australia, the wonderfully diverse Perth offers a bouncing nightlife, sun drenched beaches, maritime adventures and much more. It's the ideal holiday destination for any age, no matter what you're into. If you can bear the long flight – 12 hours from the UK to Singapore, then 5 more hours onward to Perth – you'll find a beautiful city and a fantastic holiday waiting to greet you.
Posted: 2008-10-13
Category: Destinations
Forget holidays abroad, some of the best destinations for a well-deserved break can be found right here on our doorsteps. Sure, the weather in the UK might not be up to much, but when you consider the benefits of staying in your own country, a bit of rain or overcast sky doesn't seem so bad.
Posted: 2008-10-13
Category: Travel & Leisure
With summer drawing to a close for another year, some people are already beginning to plan next year's holiday. Naturally, for those with a family, the school holidays are the favourite time of year for a week or two in the sun. The problem is, holiday companies take advantage of the fact that the months of July and August are the most sought-after and raise their prices accordingly.
Posted: 2008-10-08
Category: Travel & Leisure
