Trip News & Updates

8 DECEMBER 2024

TRAVEL INSURANCE INFORMATION

We’ve had a number of people asking questions about travel insurance for the trip, and while it is not necessary, it is highly recommended, especially having some coverage for unexpected medical expenses. We recommend insuremytrip.com as a great place to compare different travel insurance plans and prices. Their site also has a great Learning Center where you can look up information and articles about travel insurance options (such as yearly plans) and needs. A good place to start would be this article: All About UK Travel Insurance.

8 DECEMBER 2024

new travel summary document available

Good news! We have confirmed our hotels in Edinburgh and Glasgow and have updated our travel document to reflect the new information. We have ended up at a different hotel in Edinburgh than originally planned, but we are thrilled with the new choice. If you wish to book additional days at either hotel, please contact the hotels directly and tell them you are with the “Brown” travel group.

Here is a link to the new travel document: Download Our New Trip Summary

12 september 2024

NEW UK ELECTRONIC TOURISM REQUIREMENT ANNOUNCED

On the 10th of September the British government announced that beginning in January of 2025, all visitors to the UK from the USA and Canada will need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation before entering the country.

NEWS STORY: UK To Expand Digital Travel

An ETA will cost £10 and will be vaild for multiple trips over a two-year period.

The application form for Americans and Canadians will go live on November 24th, although it is best to wait closer to the trip so that you get the full 2-year eligibility should you decide to return to the UK.

When available, you can apply here: Apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation. Applications can also be made through the “UK ETA” app available in your phone’s app store.