Kate Shipp

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Kate joined Which? in 2004 working within the Technology department of the Magazine. She moved to the Which? Travel team in 2007 bringing her knowledge of products and testing with her. Kate is passionate about research, ensuring our products meet the rigorous standards and travel needs our members demand.

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Airport parking – are you driven by cost or convenience?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 9 April 2013
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Cars in an airport car park

Would you pay £38 to save 10 minutes of your time? This is the type of question many holidaymakers face when choosing where to park their car at the airport. (more about airport parking...)

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Currency exchange: how long do you wait to get the best rate?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 4 April 2013
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Currency

Lengthy queues, poor customer service, but a good exchange rate. What are you willing to put yourself through to secure the best deal on your currency exchange? (more about currency exchange...)

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Is it the end of the road for paper guidebooks?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 3 January 2013
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A stack of travel guidebooks with a map in the background

Guidebooks are like a faithful companion you can rely on to give you advice you can trust. But with the rise in digital ebooks and mobile apps, will you change the way you read guidebooks in the future? (more about paper guidebooks...)

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Cash for comfort – should we pay for blankets on flights?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 10 October 2012
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Woman sleeping on a plane

On a recent and very chilly flight to Greece, I was told I could only have a blanket if I paid for it. It left me wondering, am I the only one who thinks blankets should be free on flights rather than offered as optional extras? (more about blankets on flights...)

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Holiday souvenirs – treasures or tat?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 8 September 2012
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Eiffel Tower souvenirs

Eiffel Tower keyrings, Coliseum snow globes and brightly painted wooden maracas - there’s certainly no shortage of tourist souvenirs gracing popular holiday hot spots… (more about holiday souvenirs...)

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Is a good discount key to your choice of hotel?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 11 August 2012
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Word 'hotel' on a platter

Whether I’m doing my supermarket shop or eating out with friends, I always keep my eye out for discounted offers. So it’s no wonder that people booking hotels are doing just the same. (more about hotel discounts...)

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Does a garlic tablet a day keep mosquitoes away?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 24 July 2012
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mosquito biting someone's arm

As Which? Travel reports on the best inspect repellents, I'm wondering if dedicated products are the only way to keep mosquitoes at bay? From garlic tablets to baby oil, we've heard many alternative repellent tips. (more on mosquito repellent...)

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Guaranteed holiday sunshine – but at what cost?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 8 July 2012
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Piggy bank with sunglasses

As predictions of a summer wash-out continue to perforate our ear drums, many Brits are seizing the opportunity to head for warmer climes. But would you pay a premium for guaranteed sunshine? (more about sunny holidays...)

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Are you an adrenaline junkie or sun worshipper?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 27 May 2012
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Happy woman hiker reaching her goal at the mountain top summit

As the results of our latest holiday companies survey reveal that three of the top five companies are activity specialists, it’s left me questioning what I really want from a holiday. (more on the adventure holidays...)

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Sacrebleu! Why should Disneyland cost more if you’re British?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 15 February 2012
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Pay Here theme park sign

British visitors to Disneyland Paris are apparently being charged 60% more than French families. Should you really be charged a higher ticket price just because you booked your trip in the UK? (more about Disneyland ticket prices...)

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Would you consider moving abroad?

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 7 November 2011
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Lots of people in front of world map

Cold, wet and windy - three words that pretty much sum up British winter. But is a bit of rain really enough to send you house hunting on the other side of the world? It is for the many Brits who dream of moving abroad. (more about moving abroad...)

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Travelling solo – why two minus one doesn’t always equal one

by , Senior Travel Researcher Transport & Travel 19 September 2011
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One pair of flip-flops in the sand

There’s no denying that having to pay more to holiday on your own is frustrating, especially when it costs, on average, a third more. But can we really blame the travel companies for our need to go solo? (more about holidaying alone...)

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