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It’s time to rediscover what’s out there…

It’s time to rediscover what’s out there…

Happy New Year! In the cold and dreary winter evenings, there is nothing better than to start planning a holiday. It gives you something to look forward to now that all the festivities have passed, plus it’s a great time of year to save some money on bookings. We’re a...

Monday 19th September 2022

Monday 19th September 2022

As a mark of respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, our branches will be closed on Monday 19th September and re-open as usual at 9am on Tuesday morning.

7 tips for travelling abroad post-pandemic

7 tips for travelling abroad post-pandemic

As the world slowly returns to normal following the COVID-19 pandemic, countries are reopening their borders meaning many of us are starting to think about travelling abroad once again. After all, it’s been a long couple of years - so now that restrictions are...

Travel Update – 15th March 2022

Travel Update – 15th March 2022

TRAVEL UPDATE All remaining Covid travel measures, including the UK Passenger Locator Form and tests for all arrivals, will end later this week! (w/c 14th March 2022). People planning an overseas trip will still need to be aware of other countries' entry rules. But if...

Travel update – 7th January 2022

Travel update – 7th January 2022

Pre-departure testing scrapped! The Government has confirmed the removal of its pre-departure test requirements for fully vaccinated passengers travelling into England. PCR tests and self-isolation on arrival have also been scrapped, with the government reverting to...

Our top 10 European Christmas Markets

Our top 10 European Christmas Markets

All over Europe, hundreds of loud, whimsical, glittering Christmas Markets take stage in the centre of towns and cities bringing festive cheer. Christmas Markets are a fantastic place to tour and browse trinkets, decorations, tourist attractions and enjoy an evening...

Explore breath-taking beaches in Jersey…

Explore breath-taking beaches in Jersey…

As we ease out of lockdown, it’s good to know there’s a getaway destination on your doorstep for a long lazy holiday or short break. Closer to home, Jersey is the perfect staycation to rebalance. Jersey falls within the UK’s Common Travel Area. You do not need to...

Reach for Winter warmth in the Canary Islands…

Reach for Winter warmth in the Canary Islands…

With the weather turning colder and wetter and the night’s drawing in, the thought of a week or two away, lazing on a beach in the warm winter sun is enough to get any of us packing our suitcase and heading straight off to the airport… With frequent flights from all...

Half term holidays given a boost…

Half term holidays given a boost…

Fully vaccinated people arriving in England from countries not on the red list can take a cheaper and quicker lateral flow test rather than the PCR version from October 24 - in time for those returning from half-term breaks. This rule will make testing simpler and...

It’s time to travel!

It’s time to travel!

The latest government announcement brings welcome changes to the travel restrictions for England! The current traffic light system will be simplified into one red list and ‘rest of the world’ with a reduction in the number of countries on the red (unsafe for travel)...

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When you invest just £1, you can become a Chelmsford Star Co-op member and earn membership points for your holiday booking.

This means you’ll earn money back when you travel with us that can go towards your next break (or spent in Quadrant department stores or local Co-op food shops)!

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