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If you are from the Schengen Area and plan to travel within it, you can choose to use either your identity card or passport. For other countries (including if you’re from the UK), it is necessary to travel with your passport. Therefore, if you do not have a passport, you will need to apply for one. Applying for a passport can take up to 6 weeks depending on your nationality, so don’t leave it too late!

If you plan to travel abroad, it is important to take out travel insurance to keep you covered. Travel insurance usually covers a variety of things such as personal liability abroad, trip cancellation/modification, health insurance, repatriation, theft or loss of luggage. Did you know that some VISA cards include travel insurance? Airlines sometimes offer coverage too, for an additional charge.

If you book your trip through eDreams, add the Cancel for Any Reason Guarantee to your booking. This will ensure you get the majority of your travel booking costs refunded should you not be able to travel for any reason.

Each country has its own rules regarding visas. Check whether you need a visa or not in the table below.

eDreams advises you to contact the administration in charge with travel in foreign countries to find the most up to date information about the formalities on a country-by-country basis. The time needed to apply for a visa ranges from 48 hours to 4 weeks, so make sure you leave plenty of time to get the necessary paperwork.

If you carry a full UK or EU driving license, it is valid within the UK or other EU countries. Just make sure it hasn't expired or is not about to expire.

However, to drive in many countries outside the EU you’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Check the validity of your license in the different countries below. For long stays the situation may differ.

Explore the great outdoors and sleep under the stars, without giving up any of your home comforts. Sounds like the best of both worlds? Well, it is! Glamorous camping is a fantastic way to escape city life and go on an adventure without any of the cold, muddy downsides of ‘traditional camping’. Choose a glamping spot that best suits you, from luxurious resort-style amenities to simpler comforts.

For a group of friends or a family, apartments are often the best option when it comes to holiday accommodation. Have more control over your holiday by cooking food in your own kitchen, and create your very own home away from home. From simple apartments with basic amenities to magnificent penthouses with rooftop infinity pools and a butler service, the choice really is yours.

Travel on a smaller budget and experience the world through hostels. A wonderful option for solo travellers who want to meet like-minded people and experience the social side of holiday accommodation. Leave your prejudices at the door, because hostels really do come in all shapes, sizes and levels of comfort. Have you tried a poshtel yet? They’re upscale hostels that combine the style and comfort of a boutique hotel with the price range of a hostel.

Sit back and relax, booking a resort means total ease. Everything you need is taken care of, and you won’t have to lift a finger. Choose complete opulence and class, or opt for one of the coolest hotels in the world. Either way, booking a hotel resort is the reliable option. If you like room service, air conditioning, hotel pools, spas and buffet breakfasts, then a hotel resort is for you!

Choosing the best airline for you depends on what you value the most. Is it the cheapest airline? The most direct route? The amenities on board? The most generous baggage allowance? Or something else entirely? At eDreams we work with over 660 airlines to offer you a range of the best options for your desired route, whatever your priorities are.

To get from A to B, the two most commonly used options are buses and trains. For tight budgets, buses are the most cost-effective solution. Travelling by train generally costs more, but the journeys are quicker and more comfortable. Booking ahead, travelling in groups or travelling during off-peak times can reduce the price of a train ticket.

The most expensive country in the world to take a taxi is Switzerland, where you can expect to pay 22.68€ / £20.25 for a 5 km taxi ride. In comparison, Egypt offers the cheapest taxi fares in the world, with a 5 km ride setting you back just 0.84€ / £0.75! Considering this, it really depends on the country you’re visiting when deciding if taxis are worth it or not.

It depends on the country you’re renting the car in, but usually the minimum required age for renting a car is 21. Bear in mind that regardless of your age, you’ll need to have a driving license that’s been valid for at least 2 years. Travel at your own pace and explore places off the beaten track when you rent a car!