There is nothing more annoying than turning up for your flight and releasing your luggage is too big! This tends to a be a particular problem when flying with low cost carriers such as easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz Air. These type of carriers tend to be the cheapest when you fly hand luggage only but…

One of the last things many of us forget when going on holiday is travel money. Therefore, we end up taking any rate that we get at the airport and this usually is the lowest rate around. The main way around this is to of course monitor the currency exchange rates and pull up fancy…

25 Sure-Fire Travel Hacks for Families with Kids Travelling with kids can be quite a challenge at the best of times. The children can become very stressed especially when you are going on a longer trip which requires a fair amount of travelling. This is not only distressing for the children but also for the…

Your Sure-Fire Guide to Tipping While Abroad Travelling abroad is not always easy or straightforward. There are many etiquette rules that we may not be aware of until it is too late. One such category revolves around tipping. How are you supposed to know the amount to tip, how the tip should be made and…

How to Save Money for Your Next Family Holiday We are all in need of a break from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives from time to time. If you are like most, you might be thinking about embarking upon a family holiday in the near future. The irony is that planning such…

Edinburgh Festival - Everything you need to know about all Festivals in Edinburgh The great city of Edinburgh, and capital of Scotland, is renowned all over the world as the most exciting place for festival lovers. The broad program of Edinburgh Festival events, include the hugely popular Edinburgh Fringe festival, and people travel from far…

Glamping: Glamourous Glamping and Camping Destinations The Internet has given rise to a number of unique terms and phrases during the last few years. One of the most interesting words that has recently made headlines is known as "glamping". As you may have already guessed, this phrase is a combination of glamour and camping. In…

What is an ESTA? Traditionally when any UK Citizen travelled to the United States of America (USA), they were required to comply with the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) this used to be the old green form (I-94W) which you used to fill whilst on route to the USA. This method had many failures, as you…

Why Paris is Perfect for Your Kids Known as the City of Lights, Paris has much more to offer than romance for adults alone. In fact, this city is known as one of the best European destinations for families with children. Of course, travelling to Paris with your kids can be a bit frustrating if…

Getting Married Abroad: What You Need to Know Your wedding is likely to be one of the most important events in your entire life. Not only will this day live on in the hearts of you and your spouse, but the location is just as critical. These are some of the reasons why a growing…

Why Barcelona is Perfect for Your Kids When planning your next holiday, why not choose a spot that is ideally suited for children of all ages? Barcelona is considered to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire world, and for good reason. Not only is the climate here amenable throughout the…

The Ultimate List of Everything You Should Take on Your Travels! Good afternoon ye scurvy sea dogs (and sea kittens, for the more feminine amongst you!)! I realised just yesterday that I had left my dry-bag (a waterproof bag for storing valuables) at home. To be specific, I realised when my camera got wet and…

Step By Step Instructions To Booking Cheap Ryanair Flights Are you looking for cheap flights for a family holiday or a city break? No problem one of the best ways to travel cheap is to use European Low Cost Carriers such as Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian Air, Pegasus Airlines, Wizz Air and WOW Air. If you…

Autism Friendly Cinema Screenings Nationwide We read about this sometime ago and agreed with many that it was a really splendid idea and considerably thoughtful too. Why should any child with learning difficulties or disabilities be discriminated against simply because sitting through a full length film can be a challenge for them. After reading up…

UK Theme Parks - The 11 Best Theme Parks  The UK has a wide selection of theme parks for those looking to spend a day out roller coasting at terrific speeds to get their adrenaline fix. They are also ideal if you have kids and are looking to spend quality time as a family. That said,…

Lesser-Known Family Destinations to Leave a Lasting Impression If you are interested in cheap family holidays, you have likely come across a number of attractive (although popular) suggestions. While these can indeed leave a lasting impression, it is frequently the lesser-known family destinations that prove to be truly unforgettable. To make your life easier when…

FESTIVALS 2015 - THE ULTIMATE LIST OF MUSIC FESTIVALS IN EUROPE Ahoy Pirates! The winds may still be howling and the rain may still be falling all over England but never fear, festival season is just around the corner! We've been working hard on our ultimate list of music festivals in 2015 which will be sure…

The World of the Swimming Pigs - The Bahamas Oh Dear Lord... I just had to show you these!   A pal of mine recently introduced me to the world of the "swimming pigs" - I didn't think it was real until I googled it for myself but omg, the first question I asked was…

Travel Around the World: 8 Tips To Help You Find the Cheapest Way to Travel the World "Avast there shipmates, adventure upon the horizon beckons! And all that be stopping us is this here empty chest of doubloons!" Is your lack of glittering booty stopping you from sailing the high seas? Well, shipmates, I have a…

The Top Five Ways to Beat the Holiday Rush It is said that the holidays are some of the most magical times of the year. However, they can also be extremely frustrating in terms of shopping, booking a holiday and finding the best gift before it is out of stock. Whether we are referring to…

The best Places in the World for your Family Holiday you wouldn't normally think of! The hustles of modern life can make it hard for the family to enjoy quality time together. However, if you are looking to achieve just that this holiday season, a family vacation to an awe-inspiring destination may just be what…

Travel Books - The Ultimate List of Awesome Books to Take Travelling One of my favourite things about travelling is that I suddenly have time to read. When I’m hitching, camping or backpacking around the world I often manage to read two or even three travel books a week. Check out the list below and if…

A Glimpse at the Highland Games The Scots boast a proud and ancient history. Owing to such a unique culture stemming from Celtic times centuries ago, it should be no great surprise that certain traditions have carried down through the ages. One excellent example of this are the yearly highland games that are played throughout…

Melanie Lux, travel blogger at Don't eat my Popcorn Melanie Lux started the blog while she was studying abroad in Barcelona. Now she is back and started to write about her latest experiences including travels. Look forward to exciting stories, loads of creativity and many tips and tricks for traveling - Melanie has a lot to tell. 5…

Backpacking tips - 7 Things Nobody Told Me About Backpacking I bought my first plane ticket for a solo backpacking trip to Africa when I was 18. I had decided to climb Kilimanjaro, pretty much on a whim and with the vague hope of impressing girls, and was looking forward to my first adventure. Before I left,…

How to choose a cheap hostel worth paying for! G'day there Pirates! Today, we figured we would take a short break from finding epic deals (I'm kidding, we've found a whole bunch today already!) and share some of our accumulated wisdom with you... If you're travelling for a week, a month or even a year,…

Guide: How To Apply For The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) When travelling abroad, you can be stung by some very expensive charges for minor medical treatment however; this may not need to be the case as a European Scheme may entitle you and your family discounted or free medical treatment within Europe, it is open…

Family Holidays - Cheap Vacations, Hints and best Holiday Destinations Content Unforgettable Family Holiday Destinations Keep The Kids Happy! Activity Holidays in the UK Family Holidays Abroad All Inclusive Vacations The Best All Inclusive Resorts Sailing the Seven Seas - Family Cruises 1) Unforgettable Family Holiday Destinations With half term fast approaching, now's the time to…

Hotel or Homestay? A comparison of Airbnb, hotels and Couchsurfing  When after some thorough planning you have finally decided on the destination for your next holiday, another question arises: Where do I stay? Luckily the modern world offers a variety of options to spend some days or even weeks away from home. In the past many…

The best holiday destinations: Not sure where to go travelling? Get some inspiration here! Want to travel but not sure where to start? Unsure of the best holiday destinations for travellers on a budget? Keen to whet your appetite with our ultimate list of the best holiday destinations?  Prepare to be wowed with endless holiday ideas and travel…

Holidays to Gambia - the ultimate Gambia experience G'day Pirates! You may have noticed that, here at HP-HQ (this is totally going to catch on), we have just a little bit of an obsession with holidays to Gambia! In fact, barely a week goes by without us posting some hot new deal to the Gambia - in…

The Pros and Cons of hitchhiking around the World Ahoy pirates! Many of you are always asking us for more articles about travelling on the cheap so today, drum roll please, we are going to look into the pros and cons of hitchhiking.  Content Hitchhiking in the UK Tips for successful hitchhiking adventures The Pros…

How To Find Work Abroad Ahoy Pirates! Who amongst ye dreams of travelling forever? To throw your pack upon your back and hit the road, finding paid work abroad on the way! Forever living, partying and enjoying yourself in Backpackistan... it's easier than you think, you simply need to find work abroad upon the way!  Content…

HolidayPirates: Participation terms and conditions “Summer Wishlist” 1. Competition and organisers The promoter of this online competition “Summer Wishlist” (hereinafter referred to as “Competition”) is HolidayPirates GmbH, Wallstraße 59, 10179 Berlin, Germany (hereinafter referred to as “HolidayPirates”). The participation in the Competition is governed exclusively by the following participation terms and conditions. 2. Participation 2.1…