If you are thinking of parking your car at the airport, instead of forking out for taxis or having to rely on friends or family, how do you know the car park is safe? We have all seen horror stories on TV about travellers returning from their trips and discovering that their vehicles have been damaged or that there are hundreds of extra miles on the clocks. What guarantee is there that you are not going to fall prey to the cowboy element when you leave your car at the airport? The answer to the thorny question of car park security lies with the Park Mark award scheme, a nationally recognised benchmark for a secure parking environment for both vehicles and drivers. Read More

We are all used to consulting Tripadvisor and the like when we are looking at hotels for a holiday or a restaurant for a night out, but what about when it comes to airport car parks? Is there a site that lets us read the car park reviews?

A quick search on the internet will bring up plenty of websites with reviews to read through. Many of them are of the anodyne variety, e.g. “does what it says on the tin” and “would use again”. However, when people go into more detail, what are the things we should be looking out for when reading the car park reviews? Read More

Even though the definition varies slightly in various regions around the world, valet parking usually is a type of parking service that is provided by a commercial establishment (cinema, restaurant, club, airport etc.) that lets the car owner leave the vehicle at an entrance (or forecourt) to be parked and later retrieved on their behalf by the parking attendant (a valet).

This arrangement saves the customer some valuable time looking for a parking space, and then walking back / getting back to the main entrance. In airports this is a key factor to those travelling with more than just one compact piece of luggage. Read More

Are you planning on using airport parking? A little unsure about the procedure? Well, worry not, we have come up with a helpful guide on what you can expect when using airport parking! Read More

If you have young children who haven’t yet reached school age, you might find yourself craving a sunny break at any time of year. Whether it’s for a spontaneous getaway or a planned holiday, taking a trip with a baby or toddler can be a wonderful experience—and with the right preparation, it can be a stress-free one, too. Packing for a flight with little ones can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time traveling abroad with a baby or toddler. To make things easier, we’ve gathered some tried-and-tested tips to ensure a smoother journey. We’ve even included a free downloadable list of items to pack to make sure you don’t miss anything!

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