Katie-Ann Gupwell

Experienced traveller Laurie advises airline passengers to avoid white clothing, complicated jumpsuits, and stiff leather or denim garments. She says these choices can cause stains, inconvenience in cramped aircraft lavatories, discomfort from cabin-related bloating, restricted circulation and possible increased DVT risk. Loose, stretchy clothing such as joggers or leggings is recommended instead, with high-stretch denim suggested only for those who must wear jeans.

Ryanair passengers who fail to check in online before arriving at the airport may be charged a £55/€55 airport check-in fee, although the exact amount can vary by route. Ryanair advises passengers to check in online up to two hours before departure. Travel expert Mark Finley also recommends carrying printed copies of boarding passes and key documents as a backup against dead phone batteries, lost devices, connectivity problems, or requirements from car-hire desks, border officials, and some airports.

A strategy using the August Bank Holiday allows UK workers to turn four days of annual leave into nine consecutive days off, with similar opportunities available at Christmas and during May bank holidays. Travel expert Chris Jeffery advises planning leave around these dates and highlights that late June and early July offer cheaper, quieter staycation options. Early July is described as providing better availability, lower prices and favourable weather, making it a good period to save on travel while extending holiday time.