Cheap Flights & Hand Luggage Hacks
Best Hotels for Every Budget
Flights are where the savings, and the sneaky fees, really add up. I test the bags, track the fares and read the small print so you don’t have to, whether you’re hunting a cheap seat or fighting for compensation after a delay.
Find & Book Cheap Flights
When to book, where to look, and the low-cost airline hacks that get you the lowest fare — plus what skiplagging is and whether it’s worth the risk.
Whether you know your dates and destination or just your budget, here's my guide on how to book cheap flights for every occasion.
This little known Google Flights hack helps you find cheap flights at the times that work for your specific circumstances.
How to book with Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz Air to save the most money possible - and avoid all those hidden costs!
Are easyJet flights really cheapest on release day? Well I tracked 3 peak summer school holiday flights for 10 months to find out.
We've done a deep dive to discover when is the best time to book cheap easyJet flights - is it really the day they're released?!
From stuffing pants into neck pillows to filling up a too big bra, I'm here to test out viral packing travel hacks to see if they're worth the effort or not.
Ready to book a flight?!
Hand Luggage & Cabin Bags
The best cabin bags that actually fit Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz Air, how to measure yours at home, the liquid rules, and how to dodge gate fees.
Discover the best small cabin bag for easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz Air to make the most of space and avoid hidden charges for your next holiday.
Discover the best small cabin bags for Ryanair, now that their allowance has increased a whole extra 5cm!
I'm testing out the new viral Primark bag to see if it fits the small cabin bag allowances for easyJet, Wizz Air and Ryanair.
We tested 20L, 30L and 40L bags that fit Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air’s cabin allowances. But do they actually fit? Here's what we discovered at the airport!
The Viral Ryanair Bag is known for its perfect size but we've found better and cheaper alternatives that offer much better value for money.
Thanks to a clever 3D augmented reality tool on an airline app, you can quickly see whether your hand luggage will fit inside the easyJet dreaded baggage sizers!
- Avoid Hand Luggage Fees at The Airport
- This Hack Lets You Click & Collect Liquids AFTER Security
- Baggage Allowance 2026: What Luggage is Included on What Airline for Free
- Will Hand Luggage Actually Be Free? The New EU Rules Explained
- Is the 100ml Liquid Rule for Cabin Luggage Changing in 2026?
- Viral TikTok Packing Hacks | Tried and Tested
Airline Fees & Rules Explained
The sneaky charges decoded, bag fees, boarding-pass fees, seat fees, so you know exactly what you’ll pay before Ryanair surprises you.
Ryanair now only accepts digital boarding passes, but what if your phone is lost or stolen? I put their free printed pass promise to the test.
Ryanair is ditching paper boarding passes, so from November 2025 passengers must have a digital boarding pass in the app.
Ryanair is upping bonuses for staff who spot cabin bags that are too big for the baggage sizer - should we be worried?!
Find out more about the latest cabin bag charges from Ryanair, and how you can avoid paying extra for your bags.
Is there a new Ryanair boarding pass fee that charges passengers to download their mobile boarding pass? We decided to test it out.
A couple were recently charged £55 after they had checked in for the wrong flight - but should they have been charged? And how do you avoid Ryanair charges like this?
Seats, Upgrades & Premium for Less
These are honest, first-hand reviews of the hotels and stays I’ve booked and slept in myself, with real photos and my honest opinions of everything.
Is EVA Air Premium Economy worth it from London to Bangkok? Compare Economy vs Premium Economy seats, meals, service, comfort and value.
An airline stopover programme helps you maximise your trip by visiting two destinations for the price of one flight.
Wizz Air are trialling a new fare called Wizz Class. But what does it include, how much does it cost and is it really business class?
Get the lowdown on my latest game of Check-in Chicken - find out the strategy I used and which seat I got!
This genius hack saved me almost £2000 on the best business class seat in the world. Here's how you can fly business class for less!
We tested out a booking hack that apparently gets you the best seat in economy – but for how much extra, and is it worth it?
Loading more Upgrades and Premium Articles
Know Your Flight Rights
Delayed, cancelled or bumped off an overbooked flight? Exactly what you’re owed and how to claim the compensation.
Here's what you can expect if your flight is delayed and how much compensation you can claim from your airline.
The ultimate guide to your cancellation flight rights and whether you’ll be able to make a compensation claim.
We break down what overbooking is, what your rights are and what to do if you find yourself turned away from a flight.
At the Airport & Onboard
Delayed, cancelled or bumped off an overbooked flight? Exactly what you’re owed and how to claim the compensation.
Treat yourself to an airport lounge for your next holiday - there are loads of ways to bag free or discounted access.
Don't fancy joining a long queue at security when you rock up to the airport? You may need Airport Fast Track - but how much will it cost and is it worth it?
Follow James and I around our 20h layover in Doha Airport, from sleep pods, shopping and swims to hotels, lounges and expensive toasties.
Make the most of your holiday or airport stopover with our top list of 7 European airports near city centres.
Here’s our top 9 essentials to make your next long haul flight more comfortable!
I tested six neck pillows on an overnight train to test out which was the best value for money. Here's my review.
Can you take a power bank on a plane, where should you pack it and can you use it on board? Our guide will help you keep within the rules.
From £16 to £56, which handheld fan is the best value for keeping you cool when travelling? We tested four models, and here's what we found.
Recent Flights Articles
My latest flight news, hacks and airline updates.
Is EVA Air Premium Economy worth it from London to Bangkok? Compare Economy vs Premium Economy seats, meals, service, comfort and value.
An airline stopover programme helps you maximise your trip by visiting two destinations for the price of one flight.
Ryanair now only accepts digital boarding passes, but what if your phone is lost or stolen? I put their free printed pass promise to the test.
Wizz Air are trialling a new fare called Wizz Class. But what does it include, how much does it cost and is it really business class?
Skiplagging can save you money on your chosen flight route - but is it allowed by airlines, or is it an illegal hack?
Ryanair is ditching paper boarding passes, so from November 2025 passengers must have a digital boarding pass in the app.
Ryanair is upping bonuses for staff who spot cabin bags that are too big for the baggage sizer - should we be worried?!
From £16 to £56, which handheld fan is the best value for keeping you cool when travelling? We tested four models, and here's what we found.
We break down what overbooking is, what your rights are and what to do if you find yourself turned away from a flight.
Follow James and I around our 20h layover in Doha Airport, from sleep pods, shopping and swims to hotels, lounges and expensive toasties.
Get the lowdown on my latest game of Check-in Chicken - find out the strategy I used and which seat I got!
Discover the best small cabin bags for Ryanair, now that their allowance has increased a whole extra 5cm!
Are easyJet flights really cheapest on release day? Well I tracked 3 peak summer school holiday flights for 10 months to find out.
We've done a deep dive to discover when is the best time to book cheap easyJet flights - is it really the day they're released?!
Are hand luggage fees changing for EU flights? Here’s what the new rules mean, when they start and how UK travellers could be impacted.
This genius hack saved me almost £2000 on the best business class seat in the world. Here's how you can fly business class for less!
