Plan Your New Zealand Self Drive Vacation

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 17-09-2009

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South Island New Zealand Slideshow

A rental vehicle is a fantastic way to see New Zealand. Excellent roads and incredible views make driving here a pleasure, and your rental vehicle lets you stop and enjoy the sights any time you please.

New Zealand is a great destination for vacations. Whether you’re stopping in Auckland for a week or want an extended vacation from North Cape to the South Island, New Zealand has a vacation for everyone.

The country’s capital is Wellington, a great place to lose yourself in for a week or so. When you want to save money on transport a hire car is a great choice, as New Zealand rental cars are affordable as well as good quality. Rent one suited for driving around town so you can enjoy Wellington’s quality shopping, vibrant night-life and gourmet dining, plus the many beautiful scenic areas so close to the city. The famous Bee Hive parliament building is a must-see destination, and don’t miss a visit to beautiful Kapiti Island.

City life is not the only attraction New Zealand has to offer – there is a lot more to do and see. Many people come to experience the diverse landscapes and incredible natural beauty of these islands after seeing them in films like The River Queen. In the North Island drive along the shores of the country’s largest fresh water lake and visit bubbling mud pools, national parks and the island’s many beautiful beaches. Drive across the South Island’s high mountain passes and enjoy beautiful views of untouched native forest and towering glaciers.

Every part of New Zealand offers a beautiful backdrop for your vacation, whether you’re looking for relaxation or adventure.

If you want outdoor adventure and sporting activities, you’ll find them here. If you’re in the mood for snow, hire an affordable hire vehicle to take you to the ski-field of your choice. New Zealand’s quality slopes make this country the right destination for both skiers and snowboarders. New Zealand’s beautiful landscapes promise endless opportunities for walkers any time of year, so when you want to explore on foot you’ll enjoy great hikes and day walks wherever you’re staying. If you like fishing, New Zealand’s seas, rivers and lakes are famous for trophy trout and salmon and a 4WD rental vehicle will help you find the perfect fishing hole.

Self drive holidays in New Zealand are a great choice – you can plan a unique trip to suit your budget and length of stay. There’s so much to see and do here, and your hire vehicle lets you have your choice of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery, unique experiences and idyllic holiday spots.

Get the most out of your budget car rental

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 11-09-2009

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Renting a car is often a very convenient option for the traveler. This can often be less expensive than riding in a taxicab. However, when renting a car there are some things to be considered. There is much competition in the car rental business today and sometimes you may get the feeling that the car rental company does not have your better interest at heart and you can become frustrated dealing with the details. Be sure to check out more than one rental agency and compare prices to see that you are getting the best deal. You should be able to find tips to help you in making your decision concerning car rental.

If you aren’t restricted in your rental car needs, try to rent a budget car through a site that allows you to rent cars at your own price. These sites try to find a car hire deal which will work within your budget. Sometimes this means they can throw in perks such as unlimited mileage. There are different types of package deals to consider looking at which may offer fly-drive-stay deals or fly-drive deals, but be wary about the prices offered through airline packages, as they often tend to be much higher than other package deals.

One of the best ways to get a good deal is to reserve a rental car online. Many budget car rental sites exist to provide better deals, some even giving internet-only rates! It’s also easy to obtain rental upgrades or special offers depending on the season to save money. And there’s nothing more convenient than reserving from the comfort of your own home. It’s also wise to ask for available discounts, because you never know if your Credit Card Company, frequent flyer program, or military service can further lower the cost!

Cheap car rentals are usually not maintained properly. This is why, when you rent a car, you should make sure that you document and evaluate the entire vehicle for scratches, dents, engine trouble, or any other issues that may cause unanticipated trouble upon return of the vehicle. Checking the outside of the vehicle is not enough. When you rent, you must also check all working parts such as the windshield wipers, mirrors, safety devices, instrument panels, and any other item that might come into question upon return of the vehicle. You are a lot less likely to be charged with any damages if you take the time to check out the entire vehicle before you take it off the rental lot. This advice will help to make your rental experience a carefree one.

Another money saving tip is on car rental insurance. Car rental insurance is always required when you rent a car. Before buying insurance from a rental firm, check with your own private car insurance to make sure the rental is not already covered. Although budget car rental insurance doesn’t cost much, being covered by two insurance companies is not necessary. Another money saving tip is to pick up your car in the early morning when the firm is opening for the day. This is because budget car rentals have not been returned yet and it may be possibly to get an upgrade at a lower price.

Visit carrentalssa.co.za for more information about budget car rentals.

How Cardiff Airport has Saved My Business

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 09-09-2009

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My business relies totally upon the service provided by Cardiff airport. Without the excellent services provided by Cardiff airport I am certain that my business would not have won many of the key contracts that have enabled us to survive this last year.

Cardiff airport is a vital link in my companies chain of supply and communications with our clients who are mainly based in Europe. Over the last twelve months I have had to visit Barcelona several times, Glasgow on a number of occasions, Aberdeen, Paris and Amsterdam, sometimes at very short notice. My business would not have won many of the contracts that we have managed to win over the course of hte past year if it had not been for the services provided by Cardiff airport.

And we don’t just rely upon Cardiff airport for our outbound travel needs. We are routinely visited by clients from elsewhere in the UK and Europe who come along for training and knowledge transfer sessions. Without Cardiff airport we would have been hard-pressed to provide the timely training sessions and workshops demanded by our clients.

We are but one small business whose survival in these difficult times is closely tied to the services provided by what is considered to be a small local airport. I don’t doubt that there are many other businesses throughout the UK who are equally reliant upon their own local airports. It is vital to our business that this service continues to provide the facilities that we need.

When my company engineers and I travel through the airport we will always make use of the excellent Cardiff airport parking facilities. And when we are visited by clients they will often take advantage of the car hire services available from the airport. They will often spend the few days they are with us staying in one of the excellent Cardiff airport hotels and we will often carry out meetings in the hotel or even in the Cardiff airport lounge.

I encourage any small or medium sized business to take full advantage of the services and facilities provided by their local airports. And if you or your colleagues travel on business be certain to ensure that you and they have adequate business travel insurance that provides cover for all possible pitfalls.

Plan Your New Zealand Self Drive Vacation

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 07-09-2009

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South Island Scenery Slideshow

New Zealand is a very popular place for vacations. Whether you’re stopping in Christchurch for a quick visit or planning a month’s trip exploring from Bay of Islands to Bluff, New Zealand has a vacation for you.

A hire car is a fantastic way to travel New Zealand. Well maintained roads and beautiful views make driving here fun, and your hire car lets you detour and enjoy the sights in your own time.

Wellington, the country’s capital, is a great city to explore for a few days. Hire an affordable rental vehicle suited for city driving so you can sample the city’s quality shopping, vibrant night-life and gourmet dining, plus the many beautiful scenic areas so close to the city. Te Papa Museum is a must-see destination, and you shouldn’t miss an evening watching the incredible World Of Wearable Art show.

City life is not the only attraction New Zealand has to offer – there is a lot more to do and see. Many people come to experience the stunning landscapes and incredible natural beauty of these islands after seeing them in movies like The Piano. In the North Island drive along the shores of the country’s largest fresh water lake and visit boiling geysers, national parks and exotic black sand beaches. Drive through sculptural limestone rock formations in the South Island and enjoy beautiful views of snow capped mountains and picturesque river valleys.

Whether you want adventure or relaxation, every part of New Zealand offers a beautiful backdrop for your vacation.

If you want outdoor adventure and sporting activities, you’ll get them here. If you want snow sports, rent an affordable hire vehicle to get you to the ski-field of your choice. New Zealand’s quality slopes make this country a popular destination for both snowboarding and skiing. New Zealand’s stunning landscapes promise endless opportunities for walkers any time of year, so when you want to explore on foot you’ll enjoy great hikes and day walks wherever you’re staying. If you like fishing, New Zealand’s seas, rivers and lakes are famous for trophy trout and salmon so choose a 4WD hire vehicle to get you to those out-of-the-way fishing spots.

A New Zealand self drive vacation is a great choice – create a unique trip that fits your length of stay and your budget. There’s so much to see and do in New Zealand, and your hire car lets you have your choice of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery, unique experiences and idyllic holiday spots.

Compare and Save Your Car Hire Charges

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 28-08-2009

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Many people are completely unaware of how much they can save on their car hire charges by booking in advance. These days there are some excellent online services for travelers that make the process of comparing prices and reserving your hire car an absolute breeze.

There are, of course, certain times of years when the demand for car hire increases. The summer school holidays and Christmas are notoriously busy. If you really need to hire a car during these high demand periods be certain to compare prices and bookk well in advance.

The car hire industry is incredibly competitive with a whole host of companies trying to beat each other on price and service. The internet has made it simple to compare the prices and vehicle availability from all of the reputable car hire firms.

One such service is provided by Gosimply.com the travel services comparison site, noted for their exceptionally cheap airport parking, airport hotels and lounges services. The simple to use comparison facility makes it really easy to get a up to date, accurate price comparison. The Gosimply car hire services is not restricted to the UK but it also provides car hire from all popular international destinations. All you have to provide are the dates when you want to hire the car and the places where you want to pick up and return the vehicle, then hit the ‘compare prices’ button.

Gosimply.com will then search and identify a number of vehicles that meet your requirements. The available cars are immediately presented with the cheapest at the top of the list but you can choose to re-sort the page by various criteria including the vehicle size and type. You can also choose from a number of additional options that may be important such as an automatic gearbox, air conditioning and GPS.

The Gosimply.com comparison facility is one of those exceptional comparison tools that make me wonder how I managed without. Almost unbelievably quickly you will be provided with a list fo cars that meet your requirements that would have taken hours to research if you had been forced to manually visit each of the car hire websites independently.

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Discount Car Rentals

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 25-08-2009

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It seems that one lesson in life that I keep learning time and again is that doing things the same way over and over is not always good.  I have not thought of myself as close minded or stuck in a rut, but there are times when I must be told more than once before I hear what someone is telling me. 

That’s when I’ve a light bulb moment just like in the cartoons.  After several conversations the wisdom of what the person is asserting sinks in.  I had one of these light bulb moments when I was talking to a work-mate about my upcoming trip to Vegas.  She asked me if I had ever used any of the discount auto rentals when I was there.  I said that we didn’t hire a auto but employed the taxis and the train.  She said that they have found by using the discount auto rentals they actual save money and it is a lot more convenient than using public transportation.  While she was chatting I was recalling what our travel agent had told us several years ago about how tricky it was to drive on the strip and that parking was most unlikely.  I mentioned this to my work-mate.  She announced that there are many cross streets and parallel roads to take along the strip and that all of the major hostels and casinos have valet parking.  They just pull up to the front doors and hand the keys to the valet.  The tips to the valet are the same you would give a cabbie. 

I was thinking about this and then discharged the idea in favor of how we have always done things.  When we arrived in Vegas there was an issue with the baggage area so there had been a slight delay.  As we were waiting I saw the booth for discount car rentals.  We might have a two door compact for the price of one taxi trip.  There were no limits on the miles.  We decided spur of the moment to hire the cheapest auto available.  This way we could see more of the area.  By the time our baggage arrived we had the forms filled out.  The workers at the discount car rentals were polite and helpful and gave us great directions to the hotel we were staying at.  The traffic on the strip was extremely heavy but there are numerous traffic lights that control the intersections.  We found that we adored the freedom of having our own transport.  We saw parts of Vegas we had never been to before.  My work-mate was right about the valet parking available in all the major strip casinos.  We never had to go looking for a parking place.  I was pleased that I let the advice of my work mate seep through my mind set of taking taxis and the train.

See the Instant Car Hire web site for car hire in Belgium.

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