All news on the topic: Travel Tips

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'I'm a former FBI agent - here's the safest room you should book in hotels'
A former CIA and FBI agent has shared her top tips for staying safe when travelling - from using doorstops to always trying to stay in rooms on the third floor
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Flight attendant warns you should never take your shoes off on a plane
You might think you're innocently making yourself comfortable during your flight, but actually there's a gross reason why you should keep your shoes on your feet, according to an expert
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'I'm a travel expert - you'll want to salt your food served during flights'
A travel expert has shared some of the truth behind common aviation myths - including why you may want to ask for salt when you get an in-flight meal
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Seaside hotspot beloved by famous footballers voted one of world's best beaches
Sandbanks Beach was recently voted one of the top attractions in the world on tourism mega-site TripAdvisor, adding yet another accolade to the already award-winning destination's allure
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Experts explain the best time to book Xmas travel as plane ticket prices drop
According to experts, the greatest time to reserve vacation travel at the lowest price is just a few weeks away. This may be a good time to book your holiday flight
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Brits warned to always pack a large piece of cling film in their suitcases
Sarah Rowlands, a jewellery expert at Pandora UK, has shared her top tips for taking precious items away on holiday, including how to pack them properly so they don't get tangled
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Flight attendant urges holidaymakers to always leave a towel by their hotel door
Cabin crew member Cici has a checklist she follows whenever she stays in a hotel, particularly when she first arrives, to make sure that she is as safe and sound as possible
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Packing expert warns Brits to always put a soft toy in their suitcases
Peter Drummond, head of baggage at air transport IT provider SITA, has shared his top tips for increasing the chances that you won't lost your bag for good when checking it in at the airport
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Passengers warned mistakes on flights can instantly make staff think you're rude
Jo Bryant, a travel etiquette expert, has offered some helpful words of advice for plane passengers who are keen to avoid annoying their fellow customers as well as the crew
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Woman horrified as man pokes 'gross' feet through armrest gap on flight
A mother has taken to the internet to show off an ordeal she and her family had to deal with on a recent flight. Posting photos online, she said a stranger was resting their bare feet on her son's armrest
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'I'm a travel expert - Ibiza is one of the best hotspots for September holidays'
Brits looking for last-minute breaks can find plenty of destinations where it's hot and sunny in September but according to one travel expert, Ibiza needs to be top of the list
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Inside London's 'hidden village' that's a bit like going back in time
The small district, which is situated in the South West of the capital in the borough of Richmond upon Thames features a plethora of popular local establishments on its high street
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Brits handed warning as 'nuisance hotline' sees locals get dozens deported
In data collected for the first few months of this year, 13 British tourists were among the 213 problem visitors booted out of Indonesia after a tourism taskforce offered locals a helpline to call to dob in westerners fragrantly breaching the country's rules and customs
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Flight attendant says buying Toblerone is 'easiest way to get a free upgrade'
Flight attendant Miguel Muñoz has shared his top tips for convincing a flight attendant to give you a free upgrade, which revolve around being nice and giving staff chocolate
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Flight attendant says there's a hidden lever you can use for extra legroom
A Virgin Australia crew member has shown passengers where they can find a small button that can completely change the comfort of the seat experience when flying on a plane
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Jet2 customers can buy dream holidays for as little as £33 - but there's a catch
Lucky Nicola Phipps booked a trip to Barcelona with Jet2 for just £32.92 after taking part in the travel company's "Bid for a Break" promotion - but there's a catch
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Ryanair fines family £500 for failing to complete pre-flight check
Deepa Robin and her family were flying out from London Stansted to Cyprus for a Thomas Cook holiday at the beginning of August, only to fall foul of the budget airline's check-in policy
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'I'm a flight attendant - passengers make same cabin mistakes but we can't help'
Cici, a veteran flight attendant, has urged people not to overpack when heading on a flight, as they may struggle to get their bag into the overhead lockers if they do
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Luggage tag mistake could be major safety risk at the airport, expert warns
A flight attendant has pointed out one of the major problems with displaying your contact details on your luggage tag - and what you should do instead to ensure people can get in touch if it goes missing
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'I was fined £950 for honest mistake in the airport - don't do what I did'
Influencer Lays Laraya says she was fined A$1,878, which is around £950, after carrying a rose gifted to her by the airline through airport security in Perth, Australia
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30-day warning for British holidaymakers hoping to travel to Europe for holidays
If tourists fail to provide additional info or attend an interview with Spanish or Greek authorities, they could be barred from entering the two popular British holiday hotspots
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Flight attendant shares the one drink passengers should 'never' order on a plane
Flight attendant Celina Bedding has offered her top tips for passengers who find themselves thirsty and hungry when flying, including which drink tastes best when at 30,000 feet
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Flight attendant explains why you should always turn up late to the airport
Kamila Jakubjakova - a former cabin crew member for Emirates - has explained why it is often worth it to arrive at the airport later on, even if doing so is a little more stressful
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Nearly one in five Brits consider UK staycation next year - to avoid disruptions
It comes as seven in ten holidaymakers have faced a flight delay or cancellation in the last 12 months - and nearly two-thirds of those did not receive any compensation
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Flight attendant says you should always try and book plane's window seats
Etihad flight attendant, Lieche Klaasens, has explained how she gets as good a night's sleep as possible when on a plane, primarily by being savvy with her choice of plane seat