Travel apps are some of the most important apps we carry on our mobile phones. Unlike other apps, which we download and only use once or twice, travel apps take the lead with the number of times they’re used because a travel app can help us travel with peace of mind. From researching a destination’s … Read more
Forest bathing and leaf-peeping are ways we can embrace the changing of the seasons and autumn. Or as John Keats called it the ‘season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’. Although Keats was famous for his musings while immersing himself in nature, the origins of forest bathing actually come from somewhere else… Forest Bathing What is … Read more
Air travel is something that we should be able to do as safely as possible, as the world opens up. As we all know, Coronavirus has no intention of going on holiday. However, this doesn’t mean that we can’t. Safe travel options have gradually been put in place for us all to escape the UK. … Read more
A COVID vaccine passport or ‘vaccine certificate’ will be a requirement for international travel. Since we first wrote about post-vaccine travel in December (when the first vaccinations to COVID-19 were given out), over 70,000,000 vaccinations have been given. This means nearly 40,000,000 people are now fully vaccinated! However, what does this mean for those of … Read more
Unusual staycation ideas are something we think our free spirits might be looking for after the UK’s Environment Secretary recently advised us to holiday at home this year. A staycation is a holiday that’s spent closer to home. The benefits are that they’re less stressful to plan and travel to. For example, it’s easy to … Read more
The benefits of walking may appear small. However, in the long term, they can enhance a healthy lifestyle and provide you with a happier life. As it’s National Walking Month this (and each) May, we thought we’d share the different ways that you can enjoy a walk. From immersing yourself in nature, long-distance walks within … Read more
The dog friendly places you usually take your dog for the day, may be appealing if you don’t want to travel too far from home but what about when you both want to venture somewhere new? Allow yourself to be more adventurous. Pinpoint some great places to walk the do, while on holiday instead! There … Read more
Cruise Travel may appeal to you if you’d prefer to leave the challenges of air travel behind you and focus upon setting sail for an adventure around the British Isles! With the UK cruise industry aligned with the reopening of domestic tourism and indoor hospitality sectors, we thought we’d share what you should be aware … Read more
COVID travel post lockdown is going to look and feel very different in the UK and around the world. However, this means that your journey will be more safe, comfortable, and enjoyable than ever before! Free Spirit Travel Insurance believes that everyone has the right to travel, no matter their age, disability, or medical condition. … Read more
Many post COVID travel trends have emerged, as the course of the pandemic has evolved over the past 12 months or so. However, thanks to the unveiling of the roadmap out of lockdown, hand-in-hand with the first signs of spring, we have the freedom to look forward to travelling again soon. Here are Free Spirit’s … Read more
