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Visa charges and regulations for UK nationals travelling outside of europe

The research below compares visa regulations for UK nationals including how to apply, the cost to process the application and the period of cover for the visa. The table also details how long travellers will have to wait for the documents and visas to be processed, thereby helping travellers plan how far in advance visas should be applied for.Read full article

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  • Visa charges and regulations for UK nationals travelling outside of europe

    30/01/2012

    The research below compares visa regulations for UK nationals including how to apply, the cost to process the application and the period of cover for the visa. The table also details how long travellers will have to wait for the documents and visas to be processed, thereby helping travellers plan how far in advance visas should be applied for.

  • Comparison of Kids Clubs available at the Top Ski Operators during Half Term

    11/01/2012

    For families looking for a break this February Half Term, We have compiled a comprehensive guide of the UK’s most popular ski operators including details of their Kid Club facilities.

  • Cost of travelling with Ski Equipment this winter

    02/12/2011

    The research shown in the table below compares the ski baggage policies of 22 major airlines including baggage allowances, excess baggage fees, information on ski baggage weight limitations and the number of ski bags allowed per passenger. ...

  • Cost of Travelling with Golf Equipment

    17/11/2011

    When travelling economy class with airlines such as British Airways, American Airlines or United Airlines, passengers’ currently only receive an allowance of one piece of luggage and need to pay excess charges in order to transport both one suitcase and one set of clubs...

  • Comparison of Wi-Fi Access at Hotel Airports and Airport Lounges

    05/09/2011

    A recent survey by BDRC Continental found that 49% of business travellers are "very likely" to replace their number one choice hotel brand for one that offers free Wi-Fi*. The research compares the cost of Wi-Fi access in airport hotels within 15 minutes of major UK airports highlighting...

  • Comparison of Airlines Embracing Mobile Technology

    12/08/2011

    A recent survey found that 33% of frequent flyers now rely on their smartphones to book and manage their holiday. So, to help ‘smart’ travellers manage their travel arrangements through their mobile phone...

  • Have you bought 'protection'

    06/07/2011

    Credit Card is one of the safest ways to ensure financial protection when booking individual elements of a holiday. Under the consumer credit act, transactions made over the value of £100 are protected however customers should  be aware of the level of surcharge.

  • Excessive Surcharges on UK Low-Cost Airlines

    05/07/2011

    With Monarch Airlines recently removing all debit card booking fees from their website and RyanAir introducing a charge for customers to pre-book seats, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping savvy travellers by comparing the extra charges on all UK low-cost airlines.

  • Fuel Surcharge costs on airlines

    04/07/2011

    he research found that the majority of airlines including British Airways, Emirates, Qantas and American Airlines include a fuel surcharge in the original price of a ticket. Other airlines, such as Aer Lingus, BMI, Delta Airlines and US Airways, add on a fuel surcharge during the booking process. 

  • What to expect from airlines when it comes to food and drink.

    13/06/2011

    Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a table outlining the costs of using phone and internet services when in flight. This technology is still relatively new but demand is at an all-time high and airlines are responding quickly....

  • APH Highlights Extra Charges at UK Airports

    13/06/2011

    With Belfast Airport now imposing a fee for flyers to smoke in the designated smoking area, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), the leading UK airport parking specialist, is helping savvy travellers plan ahead this summer to avoid the extra fees that UK airports now charge. APH has compared all UK airports fees including luggage scales, plastic bags and the more recent smoking charge.

  • Sky High Communication

    03/06/2011

    Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a table outlining the costs of using phone and internet services when in flight. This technology is still relatively new but demand is at an all-time high and airlines are responding quickly....

  • Convenient Currency Buy Backs

    20/04/2011

    APH researched and compared results from Travelex, ICE, Moneycorp and Thomas Cook Money. It shows how much each company charges for the “protected rate” buy back service as well as outlining the airports and specific locations where travellers can find an exchange booth in both departures and arrivals.

  • Ash Cloud Anniversary

    06/04/2011

    The 14th April 2011 will mark the one year anniversary of the ‘Ash Cloud’, an event that left travellers dissatisfied and let down by insurance policies that would not cover disrupted holidays...

  • Family-Friendly Facilities at Major UK Airports

    06/04/2011

    The majority of airports offer family lounge facilities, except for Birmingham Airport which is currently in the process of being redeveloped as part of the One Terminal project. Heathrow Terminal 4 offers children’s entertainment...

  • Fly Above Your Fears

    07/03/2011

    Aerophobia, Aviatophobia, aviophobia and pteromechanophobia are all fancy names for what people more commonly refer to as "fear of flying"...

  • APH explains the UK duty free rules and regulations

    21/02/2011

    Passengers travelling from the European Union can bring an “unlimited” amount of most goods into the UK, provided they are for personal use and transported by the passenger, however, passengers may be asked questions...

  • APH Highlights the Difference Between International Voltages

    16/02/2011

    Travelling to American or the Far East? Travellers should consider investing in a voltage convertor for safe use of their electrical appliances. Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a table comparing the different voltages in top holiday destinations...

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