Insurance, car hire and money

Travel insurance with medical conditions explained: what to declare, what happens if you do not, costs and the MoneyHelper directory.

A guide to Alamo car hire for UK travellers: how deposits and fees work, what to check before booking and how it compares with Enterprise.

Car hire excess insurance explained: what excess is, how standalone cover works, credit card deposits and how to claim back.

7 seater car hire explained: how to find people carriers, check luggage space, compare costs and choose an automatic.

Backpacking travel insurance explained: what it covers, what affects the cost and what to check in the policy.

Alicante airport car hire explained, including where to collect your car, deposits, licences and Spanish driving rules.

Use this travel money exchange comparison to work out where to get the best rate, from the Post Office to supermarkets and online providers.