Counselor: This way you can save money when travelling and get what you deserve.
If you are planning a trip, you can save a lot of money if you follow important tips when planning. If something goes wrong, it can quickly become unpleasant. The Aviation.Direct guides will help you to protect yourself from cost traps and give you valuable advice and contacts on how to get your money.
Despite the increasing prevalence of digital payment methods, the majority of Austrians still prefer cash, even when on vacation. This was the result of a recent survey of 99 people conducted by Bank400. According to the survey, 85 percent of respondents stated that they prefer to pay with cash when abroad. Debit cards follow in second and third place.
On the fifth floor of the historic building "Am Hof 8," in the heart of Vienna's city center, a new, exclusive rooftop bar, "Room 1867," has opened its doors. The private members club is expanding its already diverse offerings with an intimate and elegant meeting place that pays homage to the building's rich history.
The European Commission is considering amending the 2004 EU Air Passenger Rights Regulation, which provides for compensation payments for passengers in the event of flight delays, overbooking, or cancellations. However, the current reform efforts could lead to a significant deterioration of the existing regulations by significantly increasing the time limits for compensation claims. This is already drawing criticism from consumer advocates.
With the first warm days approaching, many people's anticipation of the upcoming holidays and summer vacation grows. However, the longed-for break doesn't always go smoothly. The experience of Consumer Arbitration Austria shows that while unpleasant surprises do occur on vacation, they can often be avoided or at least resolved afterward with good preparation.
Car rental company Avis has recently examined European cities and airports to provide travelers with valuable time-efficiency information when planning their trips. The analysis highlights which cities travelers spend the least time waiting at airports or at attractions, and which airports have the shortest waiting times.
The results of a recent international survey by AirHelp shed light on an issue that affects millions of passengers but is known in detail to only a few: passenger rights in the event of flight delays, cancellations, and overbookings. While many are aware of passenger rights, most lack concrete information.
Prices for camping holidays continue to rise across Europe. According to a large-scale analysis by the portal camping.info, which evaluated more than 20.000 campsites in 34 countries, campers will have to dig deeper into their pockets in 2025 than in the previous year. The average cost for an overnight stay for two people on a
Since April 2, 2025, most EU citizens have required an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom. In connection with the application for this authorization, authorities are warning against fraudulent websites that look deceptively similar to the official British government website. These fake portals attempt to steal personal data and
The Austrian Supreme Court (OGH) has published a significant ruling on road safety. According to the ruling, e-bike riders who suffer a head injury in an accident through no fault of their own and were not wearing a helmet will in future be considered contributory negligence. This means that the compensation they receive from the other party involved in the accident or their liability insurance will be reduced accordingly.
A freshly made bed, a sparkling bathroom, stacked white towels – the image of a well-kept hotel room represents comfort, order, and safety. Is this really the case? But behind this surface lie disturbing hygiene conditions that many travelers are unaware of. Recent studies and reports from cleaning staff provide
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