A natural holiday remedy for hay fever is to take unprocessed, locally produced honey derived from local beehives. It is a natural antihistamine, and two teaspoons taken each morning inoculates you from the allergic reaction against local pollens. And there are no side effects.

Ronan Coburn

In Malta, instead of taking the passenger ferry to Gozo from Cirkkewa, take the cargo ferry from Sa Maison (Sliema) - there's plenty of room for passengers and it's just as comfortable. It only goes once a day and the journey is longer, but you get a great view of the coastline round the islands and it's much better than paying for an expensive boat trip with a load of other tourists. Timetables etc are at gozochannel.com.

Adrian Flynn

When catching a ferry from Spain to Morocco, be sure to present your passport to Moroccan officials on board the ship. The message advising travellers to do so is not in English and the officials may well be hidden, at the rear, at a small unofficial looking table. Without the necessary stamp, you will be turned back at the port.

Shamil Cooray

When staying at a casino-hotel in Las Vegas, ask for a "player's card" when you check in. Show this to the dealer or insert it in the slot machine each time you play. The price of your room will be adjusted downward.

David Hunter

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