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Essential Travel Q&As

Answering all your travel questions: Get expert opinions and advice with our Q&A's.

How Do I Get A US Work Visa?

Confused by the bureaucratic nightmare that is getting a working visa for the US? Read our easy to follow guide to getting the right visa for your trip.

What Are The Benefits Of Using An Airport Hotel?

What are the benefits of using an airport hotel? Essential Travel answers your questions.

How Do I Keep Within My Baggage Allowance?

Your holiday shouldn't begin with a heavy baggage penalty. Find out how to make sure you stay within your baggage restrictions and save yourself money.

Interview with Paul Johnson

We sit down with Paul Johnson of 'A Luxury Travel Blog' and talk about the popularity of his blog which focuses entirely on those luxuries which make trips go from good to great.

How Do I Protect My Holiday?

How can you fully protect your holiday when travel providers are going bust and finanical hardships are looming? We show you the best ways to safeguard your future trips from disaster.

Interview with Henry Gold

We catch up with Henry Gold from Tour d’Afrique as he talks about his epic cycle tours across Africa. Henry talks about motivations, philanthropy and his charitable foundation.

Do I Need Wedding Insurance?

My wedding is abroad, do I need travel insurance? Can we get the wedding dress and the rings insured? We answer the important questions about wedding insurance

What Is A Dynamically Packaged Holiday?

What is the difference between a Dynamically Packaged Holiday and an ordinary one? We look at the differences and benefits of Dynamically Packaged Holidays.

Essential Travel Talks To Karen Bryan, Creator Of Europe A La Carte

Essential Travel caught up with Karen Bryan, author and creator of the highly successful travel blog, Europe a la Carte.

Interview with the Author of Swept

Essential Travel speaks to Torre DeRouche, the charming author of Swept: Love With A Chance Of Drowning.

Single vs Multi-Trip Insurance: When Does My Cover Start?

You're going on holiday in two weeks. When should you book your travel insurance and when will you be covered exactly? We answer this important question.