About Essential Travel

EssentialTravel.co.uk is one of the UK's leading independent online travel essentials providers. We offer great value travel insurance that is quick and easy to book; alongside all the other extras that will make your holiday safer, cheaper and easier.

Since 2001, we've protected over 5 million holidaymakers with our fully-comprehensive, competitively-priced travel insurance, as well as providing priority access to the most sought after car parks, hotels and lounges at all major airports across the UK.

In 2014 EssentialTravel.co.uk became part of the Holiday Extras group. Holiday Extras makes bookings for over 7 million travellers each year and the company was awarded 10th place in in The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2014.

Travel Insurance

Cheap yet comprehensive Travel Insurance underwritten by White Horse Insurance Ireland DAC for all types of travellers and holidays.

Choose from:

  • A wide range of policies from Single Trip to Backpacker and cover for travellers up to 74 years of age. Our Superior Travel Insurance gives you higher cover, lower excesses and holiday protection if the airline you're travelling with goes bust!
  • Our comprehensive online medical screening ensures you get the perfect level of protection for your individual health requirements
  • 24/7 access to your Policy Wording via My Account - our secure automated customer services centre - in case you need to make any changes!

Airport Parking

Secured parking at all major UK airports - pre-book and save up to 60% .

Choose from:

  • On-airport car parks for greater convenience
  • Off-airport car parks for great savings
  • Meet and Greet car parks for the ultimate service

Airport Hotels

Early departure, late night return - our excellent value airport hotels offer comfort and convenience at all major airports.

Choose from a wide range including:

  • Affordable family rooms with play areas
  • 5* hotels with spas and fine dining
  • Professional business suites

Airport Lounges

Relax before your flight in a well-equipped, exclusive airport lounge - perfect for both business and leisure travellers.

With services including:

  • The latest business facilities
  • Wi-fi, fax, television, daily newspapers
  • Complimentary drinks and snacks

Car Hire

From business trips to road trips, fast cars to family cruisers. Find the perfect vehicle for your trip - airport or city pickup.

  • Worldwide locations
  • unlimited mileage
  • Vehicles to suit all budgets

Car Hire Excess Insurance

Don't get caught out paying higher daily rates of £10 - £15 to cover the excess on your car rental agreement with one of the big car hire firms. You'll find the best prices at EssentialTravel.co.uk.

  • Daily and Annual policies available
  • UK, Europe and Worldwide cover
  • Protection against theft, loss or damage to your rental car

We also keep you up-to-date with our:

Any Questions?

If you have a customer query please see our Help and Support page.

If you have a comment or concern about any aspect of our booking service or website, please don't hesitate to get in touch using the form on our Contact Us page.

Essential Travel. Registered in England and Wales, Registered No.05058680

Registered Office
Essential Travel, Ashford Road, Newingreen, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4JA

Complaints

Any enquiry or complaint you may have regarding your policy may be addressed to:

Complaints Department
Essential Travel
Ashford Road
Newingreen
Hythe
Kent
CT21 4JA

Please quote the Policy or Booking Reference number shown on the first page of your Booking Confirmation to help your enquiry to be dealt with speedily.

If you are still not satisfied with the way a complaint has been dealt with you may ask the Financial Ombudsman Service Bureau to review your case without prejudice to your rights in law.

The address is: The Insurance Ombudsman Bureau, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London, E14 9SR