Do you love to travel but your time off never seems to line up with your friends’ holiday time? Has your friend had to cancel plans last minute before the trip you’ve already planned? Or do you simply feel like moving at your own pace? Don’t be discouraged, travelling alone is a fantastic idea! Check out our advice to travel solo by coach with maximum security and comfort. Download the CheckMyBus app for FREE for your Mobile Device: 1. Above all, get yourself well before leaving! Before you leave, make sure you’ve collected all the necessary information. What is the current exchange rate? Do you need a visa? Is there…
10 Best European Cities to visit for the Perfect Holiday!
The good news is that you can travel between European cities by coach without spending a lot of money. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed city break or want to see and do as much as you can cram into a long weekend, below are our suggestions for the best European cities to visit! Download the CheckMyBus app for FREE for your Mobile Device: 10. Vienna Oh Vienna! The Austrian capital has been named the city with the highest quality of living multiple years in a row. With elegant imperial buildings, Vienna is full of amazing sights. These include the Schönbrunn, Belvedere and Hofburg palaces, its world-renowned opera house and…
Top 7 Warmest Winter Destinations in Europe
Do you hate the winter and the cold and wish the weather was always sunny? The beach, the sun, and summer are unfortunately just a distant memory at this moment of the year. The only solution is to plan a winter getaway to a sunny destination where you can relax and stock up on vitamin D. There are many great reasons why Europe is the ideal destination to escape the harsh cold weather. Visiting Europe during this time of the year will allow you to avoid the tourist crowds and sweltering heat typical of summer and, most importantly, save money. In fact, prices for traveling are much lower during the…
The 5 most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe
As winter and Christmas approach, one of the most beautiful and oldest traditions in Europe also comes to life: the tradition of Christmas markets. Do you want to fully experience the spirit of Christmas? Keep reading to find out which are the most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe. Most markets start during the advent season and last until December 24. Where to go to see the most beautiful Christmas markets? There are so many that the choice is difficult, but with CheckMyBus you get the best deals on coach tickets to the best Christmas destinations in Europe. Download the CheckMyBus application for your mobile device for FREE: 1. Berlin In…
Discover Europe’s Fairy Tale Destinations!
Ever wish that your life was more like a fairy tale? Even the most fantastical stories have been influenced by real places. From the fairy tale collection of the Brothers Grimm to Hans Christian Andersen’s books, European landscapes and cities have provided so much inspiration to these classic stories. Whether you already have a trip to Europe planned or are looking for new ideas, be sure to visit some of these beautiful places to add a little magic to your vacation. You can reach them cheaply by bus! Download the CheckMyBus app for FREE for your Mobile Device: Explore Alice’s Stomping Grounds in Oxford Known as the cradle for modern…
10 Tips to Travel on a Budget
For a lot of people, the possibility of travelling can seem like an unattainable luxury, especially for university students and recent graduates. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. With a bit of smart planning and a few adjustments, you can definitely squeeze in some adventures even with a tight budget. Below are some of our tips to travel on a budget for an amazing holiday!
The eco-friendly tourist! Are you one too?
Tourism and an eco-friendly mindset should go hand-in-hand. After all, everything that involves the tourism industry impacts the natural, cultural and economic environment of a place. Sustainable tourism aims to minimize the negative effects of tourism and leave a positive impact. How about you? Are you an ecological tourist? Because your choices and attitudes as a tourist can also affect people’s environment and lives. Moreover, the CheckMyBus team is committed to the task of finding all the details so that you can understand and be an eco-friendly tourist traveling by bus. Today, we are going to show you what it is to be a sustainable tourist. Discover the details to become an eco-friendly tourist When…
The £2 Bus fare cap: the perfect chance to plan a staycation in the UK
Do you ever feel like crying when you see that the cost of living is getting higher and higher nowadays? Well, there is some comforting news: the UK Department for Transport announced a £2 bus fare cap, from January to March 2023, on all journeys across England.With the arrival of the cold season, the cost of living will probably increase even more due to rising fuel prices. Therefore, the cap on the price of bus tickets will help anyone who uses bus connections daily reduce their expenses. The government will provide up to £60 million to help bus companies limit single adult fares to £2 per journey. With the new…
The summer of cancelled flights
Summer 2022 is turning out to be one of the worst in recent years for flight passengers. A series of problems, largely caused by the pandemic, are creating serious disruptions at airports across the UK, with flights cancelled even mere hours before departure. What are the reasons for all this chaos? And what can travellers do to save their holidays? Chaos at the airports You may have read about it in the newspapers, or experienced it first-hand if you have taken a plane recently. Eleven thousand flights in Europe alone have been cancelled in the last month, creating difficulties for hundreds of thousands of travellers. At airports, we find difficulties…
Rail Strike 2022: Coach as a Good Alternative
Anyone who has to travel by train across the United Kingdom next week will need tough nerves due to the rail strike 2022. Around half of all rail services in south-west England, Scotland and Wales will be affected by a massive strike by the RMT rail union on 21, 23 and 25 June. As in previous years it’s worth switching to alternatives. Update 6th February 2023 Read more about: Alternative transport for train strikes in 2023 What to Expect During the Rail Strike 2022 Those who want to travel by train from London to Manchester or from Cardiff to Bristol next week should prepare for problems. On the main days…
