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02/08/2024

Heading off on holiday soon? Make sure you have a valid GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card). Having a GHIC means you can have access to medically necessary state healthcare in all 27 EU countries, Switzerland, Montenegro, the Channel Islands and Australia.

Apply for one for free from NHS.uk.

01/08/2024

It’s important to get travel insurance as soon as you book, to cover you should anything go wrong during the lead up to your trip. Plus, when you’re going on a summer holiday, make sure your policy covers the appropriate activities you will be undertaking!

Find out more about travel insurance here: https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/planning-and-booking-a-holiday/travel-insurance

31/07/2024

Heading to a beach this summer? ☀️🏊 Don’t forget to check local beach rules and only swim where it's safe to do so. Use Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK's SAFE code. Check our tips here: https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/staying-safe-on-holiday/swim-safe

30/07/2024

It’s summer and you’re in search of the sun ☀️ - we don’t blame you. If you don’t have anything scheduled in the diary, it’s not too late to get a last minute break booked in!

How do you bag a great last-minute holiday deal, you ask? 🤔 Well, here’s just how you do it in four quick and easy steps.

Tag a bestie you’d take on a late break this ✈️

30/07/2024

Away on holiday but want to stay in the loop about your destination? Sign up for FCDO email alerts to stay informed about your specific destination. If you’re looking for country specific travel advice, search here: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

29/07/2024

✈️ Going away soon? ✈️ Don’t get caught out by your passport! Especially the 10-year rule when heading to Europe. 🛂

Follow our four steps to make sure you have a valid passport before you travel. Find out more at www.abta.com/passports.

27/07/2024

Heading somewhere with high temperatures? Check out our advice on how to take care in the heat 👇 and what to do if you experience symptoms of heat exhaustion, which can affect older travellers and babies more easily.

https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/staying-safe-on-holiday/safe-and-healthy-holidays-sun

26/07/2024

The Olympics kick off today! 🏃🏊‍♀️🎾

Which former Olympic city should be your next holiday destination?

We’ve matched up former host Olympic cities to your favourite Olympic sport! Find out more about each of these amazing destinations in our blog: https://www.abta.com/cities-of-the-olympics.

Let us know where you’ll be going in the comments!

26/07/2024

ABTA is estimating over 2 million departures this weekend as all schools have begun their summer holidays! With sunny Spain, and popular city break destination, Amsterdam both experiencing a rush this weekend.

If you’re heading off, it is particularly important to prepare before you go. Plan your journey and arrive to your air ✈️or ferry 🛳️ port in line with your airline or departure port’s official recommendations. Check you have all your travel essentials sorted too, including travel insurance.

Find further guidance on our Travel Checklist at: https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/planning-and-booking-a-holiday/abtas-travel-checklist

25/07/2024

💎 This hidden gem is actually one of our destinations to watch this year. The German state of Saxony is filled with buzzing cities like Dresden and Leipzig, but have you heard of the stunning Saxon Switzerland National Park?

Make this hidden gem a reality, find an ABTA member to book your holiday and : https://www.abta.com/abta-member-search

24/07/2024

More travellers are saying they only trust companies that are members of ABTA. This is due to the peace of mind they get when booking and travelling on their holiday – our members are reassuring, reliable, safe, experts in travel.

Check your company is a member of ABTA before you book your next holiday at - abta.com/findamember

24/07/2024

Our Destinations to Watch 2024 report was the first time we featured a UK destination... and it's Shropshire! 🤩

This idyllic English county on the Welsh borders has some
of the country’s most beautiful landscapes, towns and villages. 🌳

Simply perfect for a domestic break.

22/07/2024

In the mood for a late break? ✈️🌞

Last-minute holidays abroad don't need to be stressful to plan or book, especially with four of our quick and easy last-minute trip tips!

👉 Check out our last-minute holiday tips here: https://www.abta.com/4-quick-and-easy-tips-planning-last-minute-getaway

19/07/2024

📣 tips

Have you booked a beach or pool holiday this year? 🏖️👣 Whether you’re heading to Majorca or Miami, why not refresh your swimming technique by practising at your local pool before you go? This helps keep everyone safe in the water. www.abta.com/swimsafe

19/07/2024

📣 Read our advice on the global IT outage before you travel.

For more info, visit https://www.abta.com/news/travel-advice-global-it-outage

18/07/2024

Crystal clear waters and unique pink sand... sounds enticing, right? This hidden gem is not only incredibly Instagrammable but perfect for a chilled day on the island of Crete.

Make this hidden gem a reality, find an ABTA member to book your holiday and : https://www.abta.com/abta-member-search

17/07/2024

It’s World Emoji Day! So, it’s time for a little fun. We’ve used three emojis to describe a destination. Can you guess all six? Let us know your answers below!

Need a clue? A couple of these destinations featured in our 2024 Destinations to Watch list - check it out here: https://www.abta.com/industry-zone/reports-and-publications/abta-travel-trends-reports/destinations-to-watch-2024

16/07/2024

One of the best ways to avoid credit card fees abroad is to ensure you travel with cash on you.

ABTA Travel Money offers next day delivery! So be quick, get your cash before you go.

Visit https://ow.ly/BX1g50SC50b

15/07/2024

In the mood for a last-minute holiday? 🌞😏

Get yourself ready for a spontaneous getaway with our four top tips:

1. Be as flexible as possible 🤸‍♀️

2. Be open to new destinations 🌍

3. Book with an ABTA travel agent or tour operator 💁‍♀️

4. Book a package holiday ✈️🏨

Find out more and : https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/planning-and-booking-a-holiday/look-for-the-ABTA-logo-when-you-book-your-holiday

12/07/2024

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08/07/2024

ABTA Travel Insurance offers a reassuring range of benefits as standard that some other insurance providers don’t. So, all you have to do is enjoy your holiday.

Get an ABTA Travel Insurance quote. Visit www.abtatravelinsurance.com

08/07/2024

Welcome to new ABTA member Go Privilege which sells premium tickets and hospitality to events around the world.

https://goprivilege.co.uk/

05/07/2024

Order your ABTA Travel Money online and have it delivered to your home with our next working day home delivery, free on orders of £500 or over. 💶

Order your ABTA Travel Money today - abtatravelmoney.com

04/07/2024

Did you catch ABTA on the Moneybox on BBC Radio 4? We were on the radio advising holidaymakers on checking your passports are valid for travel to the EU. Check out full advice here abta.com/passports

Listen here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0020qt0

What rights do you have if your getaway doesn't go to plan?

04/07/2024

Are you looking to escape the Great British weather? 😶‍🌫️

Contact your local ABTA travel agent who can bag you a great deal on a financially protected package holiday all of whose benefits are set out here: https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/planning-and-booking-a-holiday/top-benefits-of-booking-a-package-holiday

03/07/2024

Don't forget to make sure your passport is valid for travel before your summer holiday! 📣

Get ready for your trip away with our four-step guide... 🌞🤩

For more information on passports, visit www.abta.com/passports.

02/07/2024

📣 tip

Have you booked a beach holiday this year? 🏖️👣

Whether you’re heading to the south of France or Miami, why not refresh your swimming technique by practising at your local pool before you go? This helps keep everyone safe in the water.

Read more tips here: https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/staying-safe-on-holiday/swim-safe

01/07/2024

Make sure you take out travel insurance as soon as you book your summer holiday. Having the right insurance is a crucial part of protecting you and your family if something were to go wrong.

Get an ABTA Travel Insurance quote - www.abtatravelinsurance.com