For women, solo travel brings its own set of joys and challenges. It has both advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, it can be an extraordinary experience, to go where you want when you want and meet new people along the way.  Many women who have traveled alone describe an incredible sense of freedom and possibility. But on the other hand, there are also...

1. Before you buy. Know what's restricted or what must be declared - before you go. 2. Check handicrafts made from raw materials carefully, including woven plant products (mats, bags, placemats) - don't buy items showing signs of insect infestation or damage. 3. Wooden items – avoid souvenirs with holes (a sign of insect activity), and items with bark on them. 4. Animal...

Here are some tips we offer to hold to while driving in bad weather conditions. So, make sure you listen out for weather warnings and be prepared to change or delay your journey depending on advice being given.  The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it. If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is...

Passengers travelling on an Air Berlin flight may notice an unusual sight as they check-in at the airport.   This is because the airline is allowing passengers to transport their Christmas trees for free on any flight.  Air Berlin country manager Titus Johnson said that the initiative had been launched after the carrier experienced high demand from its German...

After a 4-year transition period in which Turkey fought its inflation and temporarily switched to the New Turkish Lira (Yeni Türk Lirası), the time has come to drop the ‘Y' and reintroduce the Turkish Lira (Türk Lirası). At the same time, a new 200 Turkish Lira banknote was introduced, while the 1 Turkish Lira notes have been dropped. The coins follow...