Cruise ship noise can quickly disturb your sleep, from loud neighbours and slamming doors to rattling coat hangers and engine vibration. Discover practical ways to reduce cabin noise, report persistent problems and choose a quieter room before you sail.
Useful tips
A collection of our most useful travel tips. Learn how to save money and maximise fun on your next trip.
Heathrow Fast Track Arrivals: When not to buy it
Heathrow Fast Track Arrivals is £25 off-peak and from £35 at peak. It is a poor buy if your ticket, card or status already includes it, or if you are connecting and never reach the arrivals border.
UK airport parking discount: Complete voucher code listing
Save money before your flight with our up‑to‑date UK airport parking discount guide. Find working codes for Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and more, plus third‑party deals that often beat official rates. If you want cheaper, stress‑free airport parking this year, start with these verified discounts and tips.
King Charles Caribbean tour autumn: Plan your own state visit
Planning a King Charles Caribbean tour autumn? Follow the royal route through the Bahamas, Guyana and Antigua, with must-see sights, smart hotel picks and practical tips for travelling between each stop.
Stansted Airport hotels and parking: The best options explained
Flying from Stansted? Compare the best airport hotels, official parking, Purple Parking, Maple Manor and I Love Meet and Greet. We explain which hotels are genuinely walkable, how to use the free long-stay shuttle from Novotel, and why official medium-stay parking is often worth paying more for.
London unlocked this autumn: Save on Thistle Hotels (including Heathrow Terminal 5)
Discover Thistle’s Autumn Sale, including the thistle london heathrow terminal 5 hotel. Save up to 30% on flexible rates, with one-night stays available at Heathrow Terminal 5 and Luton Airport. It’s a smart, money-saving choice for early flights, late arrivals, or a stress-free pre-airport stopover this autumn.
Best holiday read 2026: A Sky Full of Ashes
Looking for the best holiday read this summer? A Sky Full of Ashes by Benjamin Lloyd is a gripping post-apocalyptic thriller perfect for beach days, poolside lounging and long-haul flights. An Amazon Top 10 bestseller and entrant for the 10th annual Kindle Storyteller Award, it’s a page-turner packed with tension, atmosphere and redemption.
Solar eclipse cruise 2026: Ambassador’s bargain sailing with up to 20% off and half-price drinks
Ambassador’s solar eclipse cruise 2026 is a bargain for over-50s, with up 10% off, half-price drinks and a rare Dundee sailing built around the eclipse. But in this article we show you how to double your discount to score 20% off a unique solar eclipse cruise this August.
easyJet hand luggage rules every traveller must know (2026)
EasyJet hand luggage rules catch out thousands of travellers every year — and with gate bag fees starting at £48, it pays to know the rules before you reach the airport. This guide covers exactly what you can bring for free, the official EasyJet hand luggage dimensions, and how to avoid an expensive surprise at the gate.
EES travel insurance: will it cover delays, missed flights and cancellations?
EES delays and jet fuel disruption could both affect summer travel, but insurance cover is rarely automatic. This guide explains what to look for, which exclusions matter most, and the search terms that can help you find a policy with stronger protection for delays, cancellations and missed flights.
