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Want Airport Lounge Access in the USA, Without a Credit Card? If you’re tired of crowded terminals, overpriced food, and fighting for plug sockets, Priority Pass is the easiest way to access airport lounges across the United States, no credit card application required. Right now, US residents can save up to 30% on Priority Pass memberships, including the popular Standard Plus plan for US$263 (was US$329). This is the exact option I recommend for most travellers.

The Best Podcasts and Audiobooks to Download Before a Flight That Make Time Fly

The £1,500 Phone Bill That Stopped Me Guessing About Roaming This happened to me last April, on my way to Australia, during a short stopover in Beijing. I meant to sort connectivity properly beforehand.I didn’t. I assumed I’d be fine using hotel Wi-Fi and a bit of roaming “just for maps”. A few days later, I received a text from my UK network telling me I’d hit my mobile spending cap. Out of curiosity, I logged in to check. £1,500.

When you think of the best long-haul airlines for 2026, names like Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates probably spring to mind. TUI? Probably not. Yet according to new passenger and performance data analysed by MoneySuperMarket, the UK holiday airline TUI has quietly beaten several full-service global carriers, a result that made me stop, blink, and double-check the numbers.

Gatwick Airport is increasing its terminal drop-off charge to £10, making it one of the most expensive airport drop-off fees in the UK. From 6 January 2026, drivers stopping outside the terminal for up to 10 minutes will pay £10, a £3 rise overnight and more than double the original charge when drop-off fees were first introduced in 2021. If you’re researching how to get to Gatwick, or planning airport parking before a holiday, this is one cost worth factoring in early.

If you’re comparing the cheapest travel eSIM versus a global SIM card, the right choice depends on how often and how long you travel. If you’re still landing abroad and: hunting for airport Wi-Fi paying £2–£7 a day in roaming fees or buying dodgy plastic SIMs from a kiosk …you’re doing travel the hard way.

Manchester Airport has quietly entered a new era. With the £1.3bn transformation of Terminal 2 now complete and airlines fully moved across, this is officially the airport’s new centre of gravity. Meanwhile, Terminal 1 is in its final chapter, with full closure now in motion. That shift doesn’t just affect flights and lounges it’s already changing Manchester Airport parking demand, pricing, and availability. Here’s exactly where to park for each terminal in 2026 without ov

If you’ve ever flown from Luton, you’ll know the drill: early alarms, low-cost airlines, long queues, and a terminal that doesn’t forgive poor planning. When your flight’s at 6am with easyJet, Wizz Air or Ryanair, the last thing you want is to be circling for parking or overpaying at the barrier.

Right now, American Express Gold cardholders can get a massive £125 statement credit when they purchase an annual easyJet Plus membership. That turns a £249 membership into a real-world cost of just £124. That’s not a cheap-flight hack. That’s a premium flying upgrade at economy airline pricing.

A New Way to Earn and Redeem Avios on Flights to China Avios collectors, here’s a redemption you probably didn’t know existed. It involves a SkyTeam airline, a Dreamliner, and a surprise spicy chicken.If you’re collecting Avios and planning a trip to China, here’s some big news: Xiamen Airlines has quietly joined the Avios family.

Step inside and you’ll immediately feel the difference: open layout, floor-to-ceiling windows, and calm lighting that makes you forget Heathrow’s chaos below. The vibe? Understated luxury. Recently refreshed interiors with walnut tones, soft lighting, and just enough polish to feel premium without pretending it’s a first-class lounge.

Let’s not pretend. easyJet has been the chaotic neutral of the skies for years now. Sometimes they’re brilliant – like that one time I got from Gatwick to Milan for £17 and they didn’t even charge me to breathe onboard. Sometimes they’re less than brilliant – like that other time when my “priority boarding” line was longer than the queue for Wimbledon tickets.

The spacious layout means you’re not on top of your neighbour, and the cleverly zoned furniture makes it easy to find your own little nook.