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Affordable Amsterdam: Cheap flights and hotel deals make this the time to go Dutch

Amsterdam canal

Even if you don't turn left, economy class flights can still be sweet dreams

Rachel Weisz taking a nap in BA First Class

Some, like Rachel Weisz, may choose to fly in BA's updated and extortionate First Class... but for the rest of us, there are ways to survive cattle class.

Travel insurance: How to take the pain out of choosing a holiday policy

A woman is attended to on a ski slope

Not only is it vital to have travel insurance if you're going abroad, but it's also crucial to ensure the policy gives you appropriate cover, says Fred Mawer with some top tips.

The Crafty Traveller: How to find the best all-inclusive bargains in 2010

Lily Beach, Maldives

There are several reasons to consider an all-inclusive break in 2010 - not least that such a holiday can be great value for money. Fred Mawer explains how to bag a bargain.

The Crafty Traveller: A flying visit to Cologne on the 186mph express

Easy reach: A high-speed Thalys train crosses the Rhine leaving Cologne cathedral in its wake

Cologne is now only four hours away by train and more accessible than ever, but the scourge of rail travel is still it's expenive and fares can be steep, warns Fred Mawer.

Winter sun holidays: It might be a long haul but it's worth it for lower prices

A young couple on a tropical beach

The Crafty Traveller: How to make the most of that autumn city break

Amsterdam, Netherlands

It's that time of year when we all hope for a few days in a foreign city. Fred Mawer picks out a batch of hotels in much-loved destinations - and shows how to do a weekend cheaply.

Holiday car hire: Get the rental details right and steer away from the chaos

A smiling family in a convertible car

This year, some families were left without a vehicle - and it may be worse still next summer, warns Fred Mawer. But with a few handy hints, you can avoid the mayhem....

The staycation didn't quite materialise but winter sun holidays are set to soar

Family holding hands

After Britain's damp squid of a 'barbecue summer' the winter sun beckons. And the recovering pound and cheaper fares makes long-haul destinations more affordable...

UK breaks for less: Luxury Greyhound buses unleashed on the A3

Greyhound bus

The new Greyhound fleet racing from London to the South Coast are not the silver buses we're used to, but the service is excellent value, says The Crafty Traveller Fred Mawer...

The Crafty Traveller: Look before you book - why the low-cost airlines may not be cheaper

easyJet
Plane taking off over carpark

The Crafty Traveller: Getting the best out of airport parking

09/08/09 16:11

When you have already splashed out on your flights and holiday accommodation paying a small fortune for airport parking can be painful. Fred Mawer looks at the best and most affordable options out there...

Virgin Atlantic jet

The Crafty Traveller: How to nab a long-haul recession bargain

13/07/09 09:55

It might seem like madness to splash out on long-haul travel in a recession - but, with slumping demand for flights, airlines are slashing prices. Fred Mawer picks out the bargains...

A coach drives past a cottage

Coach holidays: Eight days in Devon £189 all-in is a deal on wheels

02/07/09 15:49

Ample legroom, DVDs and air-con: today's vehicles can be a revelation, says Fred Mawer as he reveals everything you should know about coach travel...

A Eurostar train travels through the countryside

The Crafty Traveller: At long last, Eurostar enters the singles market

17/06/09 10:18

Prefer to make a leisurely rail journey to Europe then fly back? From Tuesday Eurostar is introducing affordable one-way fares, and not a day too soon, says Fred Mawer

Tre Gwennel cottage near Truro

British breaks: Where to make the most of our red hot summer

11/06/09 15:46

With sunshine predicted for this summer, UK cottages are going fast but you can still land a deal if you bag a bargain quick, says Crafty Traveller Fred Mawer...

Credit card

The Crafty Traveller: How to avoid being burned abroad by your plastic

21/04/09 09:37

With the pound still sluggish, it will pay to watch the pennies abroad this summer. Including your plastic. Fred Mawer explains which credit cards are your friends - and which aren't...

Ryanair's outspoken boss Michael O'Leary

Ryanair: Top tips on how to avoid Michael O'Leary's £320 check-in sting

23/03/09 16:46

Ryanair is abolishing check-in at the airport altogether, but fear not as Fred Mawer is your guide to the new system. And he shares his crafty top tips to ensure you are not caught out.

Wonan walking by train

The Crafty Traveller: Change here for cheaper rail fares

08/03/09 14:56

Train ticket prices for leisure and travel don't have to be terrifying, says Fred Mawer. Find out how you can get more miles for your money on rail routes at home and abroad...

Woman on deckchair with leg in plaster

The Crafty Traveller: A cheaper way to cover your tracks

23/02/09 17:02

In thrifty times it makes sense to get the best insurance for your buck. Fred Mawer advises on saving travel insurance costs without taking needless risks.

Alton Towers

The Crafty Traveller: Cheaper thrills

26/01/09 18:04

There's no need to pay the full price for a family day out at a UK theme park. Follow Fred Mawer's cunning advice, and you'll have more to spend on food, treats and a few souvenirs

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