What Makes Christmas Markets Such a Popular Travel Attraction?
As the festive season approaches, many people are keen to embrace the many traditions of other countries by celebrating in style. Christmas markets are popular both at home and abroad, as many European destinations in France, Germany and Austria are all renowned for their festive stalls and traditional foods. Closer to home, big cities such […]
Will Consumers be the Big Winners of Increased Competition in Global Travel Card Market?
Increased competition in any sector is always good for consumers. Whether it is high street retailers, supermarkets or car insurance, when new options are made available and a market expands then customers will always feel the benefits. It appears that the Australian prepaid travel card market is the latest example of consumers coming out on […]
Travel Essentials you Need for Your Christmas Travels
Travelling at Christmas is becoming increasingly common – whether it’s going to visit the family or jetting off on the holiday of a lifetime. Regardless of where you’re heading this winter season, there’s a few essentials that everyone should bring to guarantee that all goes to plan. Passports and paperwork If you’re travelling abroad or […]
Expect Low Interest Rates for Foreseeable Future
Low interest rates will continue well into 2015 according to high ranking officials at the Bank of England as only a period of sustained strong growth will see a change. The Bank’s chief economist Spencer Dale said the weakness of the UK economy and the threat of further world shocks were holding back a change […]
Essential Christmas Holiday Destinations
Christmas is just around the corner and for those of you dreaming of spending it in a flurry of snow, there are plenty of places to escape to this festive season. The ultimate festive destinations that are guaranteed to give you a Christmas you’ll never forget are spread far and wide across the globe. If […]
BoE Figures Suggest Savings are at a 40-year Low
Savers across the UK are withdrawing money at the fastest rate for almost 40 years, according to the Bank of England. The last 12 months have seen £23bn taken out of long-term savings accounts, the equivalent to £900 for every household across the whole of Britain. Many have either spent the cash or switched their […]
Wage Growth in Britain the Latest Sign of Economic Growth
Economists were rejoicing this past week at the news that UK wage growth grew at its fastest rate for six years in November, according to a leading national survey. A survey which was carried out by both KPMG and the Recruitment and Employment Federation (REF) found that starting salaries in November 2013 stood at their […]
Travelling to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil – a Basic Travel Guide
The World Cup is returning to Brazil for the first time since 1950 and as the samba nation prepares to host the prestigious tournament, we have put together a basic travel guide to help you navigate your way around the country. 12 locations will host games during the tournament, but there is far more to […]
Mobile Engagement: The Rise of the Prepaid Card Mobile App
Mobile Engagement: The rise of the Prepaid Card Mobile App A very interesting infographic titled “You’re looking in the wrong place” won some rave reviews this week across social media channels as it highlighted that the most engaged populations aren’t where most businesses think they are and yet investment continues to be driven in areas […]
Winners Announced at Prepaid365 Awards 2013
Prepaid365, the UK’s leading prepaid card comparison portal, announced the winners of the 5th Edition of the Prepaid365 Awards 2013 sponsored by Optimal Payments, with consumers across the UK voting for their favourite prepaid cards across 22 different categories including General Spend, Travel, Money Transfer, Payroll, Gaming, Gifting, Basic Banking, Online Shopping and Youth. Launched […]