Specialists In Travel Itineraries to the UK & Ireland
Important Travel Information
Passports
It is important for you to know that unexpired and valid passports are required for travel to the UK and Ireland from the US. Travelers holding existing passports should check the expiration date at least two months prior to travel to make sure they will be valid through their return date to the US. If you are not a US citizen and are headed to the UK and/or Ireland from the US, be sure to check your requirements prior to leaving the US. Information on obtaining or renewing US passports may be obtained directly from the U. S. Dept. of State or you may click on the Passport Photo to the left for expedited new or renewed passport and visa information. If you do not see an image to the left, you can reset your browser options or you may click on the following text link.Passport Information
Currency Exchange
Currency in the UK and Northern Ireland is pound sterling and in the Republic of Ireland, the euro. It is easy to use bank debit cards at ATM's to withdraw local currency, especially at the airport upon arrival. (Check with your financial institution for fees and availability before you leave the states.) Many local banks will be able to exchange US dollar travelers cheques or currency into pound sterling and all will cash pound sterling travelers cheques with proper identification. Click on the currency photo for approximate exchange rates. We can also assist in providing you with paper currency before you travel, if you wish. If you do not see a currency photo to the left, you may reset your browser options or click on the following text link.Exchange Rates
Weather
Whatever the season, the weather is liable to change from day to day, sometimes even hour to hour. So, if you're wondering what to pack, a good idea is to bring layers, a waterproof coat or jacket and an umbrella. Temperatures range in winter from lows around 35 degrees to summer highs of 85 degrees. Spring and autumn having mild and mixed weather. Of course, northern Scotland, western Ireland and central London can all be having much different weather from each other. For current weather information click on the rainbow to the left. If you do not see an image to the left, you can reset your browser options or you may click on the following text link. Weather Information
Airport Parking
Begin and end your trip with no stress and worries about parking. With Airport Parking Reservations, you can arrive at the airport parking knowing that you have a guaranteed space! It can be done easily and quickly online by clicking the link to the left. You will be asked about your departure airport and then be given a choice of parking options. You can even book a hotel for the night before your departure and/or for the night of your return. It is simple and takes away that sinking feeling of arriving at the airport and seeing the dreaded "LOT FULL" sign. For airport parking reservations click on the airport parking image. If you do not see an image to the left, you can reset your browser options or you many click on the following text link. Airport Parking Reservations
Int'l Cell Phone & Data Rentals
Stay in touch while on your vacation! Rent a global cell phone from Cellhire. Cellhire even has plans where incoming calls to the UK are free!! Cellhire’s portfolio of wireless voice and data solutions includes the most advanced products and services available from leading brands in the industry. All solutions are backed byCellhire's 24 Hour Global Support, 365 days a year. Make it easy for your family and friends to find out how much fun you are having! Rent a wireless pc card for your laptop and keep up with your email from even the remotest locations. You can even send a photo home while watching the sun set at Stonehenge! Click on the cellphone for instant access to rental information. If you do not see an image to the left, you can reset your browser options or you may click on the following text link.Cellhire Global Solutions
Travel Insurance
Why should you buy special travel insurance for your vacation? It's not just your investment you’ll be protecting; you’re also protecting yourself and your family. If you are involved in a car crash, lose your luggage, injure yourself during your trip, become ill, have to cancel your trip or are delayed en route and miss your connection, your ordinary insurance policies may not protect you! While it's true that many tour companies offer travel insurance and some credit cards include baggage protection and flight travel insurance, those policies are usually limited, and don’t protect you from many serious risks. Choose a travel insurance plan that meets your specific needs by clicking the icon to the left. If you do not see an image to the left, you can reset your browser options or you may click on the following text link.Travel Guard Insurance