Travel Advice
Gatwick Airport has announced that there are no restrictions on travel for passengers, however, the Government is advising passengers not to travel if they are suffering from swine flu.
The airport is telling passengers showing symptoms of the H1N1 virus to contact their airline before travelling.
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic have announced they will not carry passengers with symptoms of swine flu.
Please check with the FCO website immediately below for the latest updates.
Foreign & Commonwealth Office Advice to British travellers
Travel advice and tips for British travellers on staying safe abroad and what help the FCO can provide if something goes wrong
The site has a large amount of information for travellers from the UK to destinations worldwide. We hope you find it useful.
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Travellers flying from Gatwick Airport should note that from September 2009 until April the following year, the Gatwick monorail service will be undergoing maintenance work on the tracks.
The monorail service currently operates between the South and North Terminals at Gatwick Airport, but due to work starting in September, a replacement bus service will be in operation. A new track will reopen on April 28, 2010, with a second following in July 2010.
Make sure your passport is in order before you book your trip, or your gatwick airport parking!
Here is the official United Kingdom passport site
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Travel to the United States of America
There are special rules and regulations in the USA. Passengers travelling to that country may find above information provided by the US Department of Homeland Security helpful.
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vaccinations for travellers abroad.
This NHS site gives advice for UK passengers travelling outside of Europe.
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What should you pack when going on holiday?
The hotels reservations are made, your travel tickets are safely stored, you have booked your gatwick airport parking, and so what else do you need to pack? Some travel with lots, some with very little.
It might help to make a check list of some essential items:
· Passports (many holidaymakers turn up at the airport without passports)
· Tickets
· Hotel reservations
· Holiday Insurance
· Currency
· Driving Licence
· Luggage tags
· Medications. Always remember to take a copy of your medical prescription
· A spare set of spectacles or contact lenses
· A small first aid kit
· Insect repellents and cream. Vital if going to areas where mosquitoes are prevalent
· Lip balm
· Anti-itch creams
· Your favourite deodorants and toothpaste
· A small hair dryer (some hotels don’t bother to provide them).
· For small children, baby food,creams and other supplies
· Remember, small children needs lots of sun cream and insect repellents
Always check with your airline exactly what baggage allowance you have relative to your ticket, and keep yourself aware of the latest security regulations.
If travelling with children take something to keep them amused on the journey.
Above all, have a wonderful trip.
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