Category Archives: Transportation & Logistics

Cheap Car Hire Prices for Spring Getaways Sourced by Carrentals.co.uk

Carrentals.co.uk, the award-winning car hire price comparator, can t his spring help UK tourists save money when heading away for some sun in Cyprus or for a long weekend in the Lake District. Thanks to the new bargain car hire prices available on the website, Brits can rent a car for their holiday more cheaply than ever.

UK tourists can head off on spring holidays to Cyprus thanks to budget airlines offering cheap flights to the popular island. The Cypriot beaches are a hugely popular draw for Brits during the spring and Carrentals.co.uk can help travellers source the best value Cyprus car hire around

right now – deals currently start as low as £5 per day*.

Since the service launched over 5 years ago Carrentals.co.uk has grown a loyal user base thanks to its offering car hire savings in more than 15,000 resorts and cities around the world. This week the site has also sourced new car hire Manchester deals to help people save on long weekends away in the UK – prices currently start at just £14 per day**.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, says, “On the back of another chilly winter many Brits immediately turn their thoughts to getting away for a break somewhere in the spring. To help people get more for their money while travelling we have sourced some fantastic new prices for renting a car in Cyprus or Malaga – backed by the reassurance of renting from a famous name rental provider.”

The Carrentals.co.uk service compares car hire deals from up to 50 rental companies, including Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt, in over 15,000 locations worldwide. To compare the latest car hire deals visit www.carrentals.co.uk.

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Online car hire specialist helps Brits and other tourists make most of Budgets in Cork and Dublin this February

Brits and other European tourists considering a long weekend on the Emerald Isle can save money on their car hire needs thanks to the latest deals introduced by car hire website eRentals.co.uk. The online specialist has announced that it has sourced new offers for bargain car hire in places like Cork, Galway, Dublin and more.

Tourists have long known that Ireland’s west coast is one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe, and travellers flock from all over to enjoys the sights and sounds of the region. Anyone planning on visiting Cork or Galway this February can get more rental car for their budget thanks to eRentals.co.uk offering the very best car hire Cork deals around – the site has deals starting from only £33 for a long weekend’s car hire*.

Another popular way to see and enjoy Ireland is to fly into the nation’s capital, collect a rental car and head out into the country from there. Bargain air fares make it easy to travel to Dublin on a budget, and the latest Ireland car hire deals from eRentals.co.uk make it more affordable to get out and explore the surrounding areas.

Briony Fairbairn, spokesperson for eRentals.co.uk, commented: “We work hard to give our site users the very latest and best rental deals around, and anyone travelling to Ireland this February can really save. Value for money car hire can help people to get more for their budget when taking a long weekend away.”

To review the best car hire deals visit www.erentals.co.uk.

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Parcel2Go Calls On Businesses To Keep Customers In The Loop During Bad Weather

With more snow expected to hit the UK in the coming days, online parcel delivery specialist Parcel2Go has called on companies to ensure they keep customers expecting deliveries informed.

Forecasters have warned that the cold spell currently gripping Britain could last until the end of the month, with very cold temperatures leading to hard frosts in the coming days. Severe weather warnings for snow and ice are in place across many parts of England and Wales, and Parcel2Go, which helps individuals and businesses to organise more than two million international and UK mail shipments each year, has warned that delays are possible.

In order to help customers stay on top of the latest developments, Parcel2Go has added a new weather warning information link to its homepage which is being updated as necessary with news of the latest weather-related developments affecting postcode areas across the UK.

Parcel2Go’s marketing director, Richard Mercer, has called on businesses to check the site for important updates and where necessary, communicate these to customers who are expecting domestic and international parcel deliveries.

He said: “Temperatures have been well below freezing and unsurprisingly this is playing havoc on some of the country’s roads.

“Parcel delivery services and collections will continue as normal if it is deemed safe for drivers to reach addresses, but to a large degree we are at the mercy of the elements and as we have seen over the past week, conditions can change extremely quickly.

“We’re asking people who are expecting parcels to be collected to bear with us if weather conditions are preventing a driver from calling, and for companies to let their customers know that consignments could be delayed as a result.”

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Nationwide Vehicle Contrasts Improve Customer Service By Opening At Weekends

In a bid to make life easier for their many customers, one of the UK’s largest car leasing companies has decided to open at weekends, to add to its existing weekday service. Nationwide Vehicle Contracts are now able to provide the finest deals on the very latest cars on Saturdays and Sundays between 10 am and 4pm.

NVC are committed to providing the finest customer service, and have made the switch to weekend working because they recognise that many of their clients have more time on Saturdays and Sundays than they have during the week. Nationwide know that deciding from their many superb cars isn’t always an easy matter, so the decision-making process can now be a more leisurely one.

As might be expected from a major player in the leasing industry, Nationwide Vehicle Contracts have an enormous range of cars on their books. From smaller superminis lease deals such as the superb Kia Picanto and the highly acclaimed Peugeot 107 to larger SUVs like the award-winning Porsche Cayenne and the ultra-tough Nissan X-Trail and deals such as Volvo contract hire.

In recent years, leasing a car has become more and more popular, and it’s easy to see why. Choosing this option makes financial management far easier to organise in the coming years, because the driver will know monthly outgoings in advance, and of course will not have to find a major initial outlay. By becoming available at weekends, NVC’s experienced and knowledgeable staff members will now be on hand to explain the benefits throughout the week.

One of the reasons for the company’s high profile within the industry is the combination of low prices and tempting special offers, which has proved particularly attractive in the past few years. Nationwide Vehicle Contracts have always had a strong commitment to matching quality with value, and their highly impressive Price Match Challenge is an especially good example.

NVC recognise that making a decision about leasing a superb new car isn’t always the responsibility of a single person, so their weekend opening will come as particularly welcome news to couples and families. Now everyone can join in the debate about the best options, and of course with Nationwide’s friendly experts on hand to offer guidance making the right choice has never been easier.

Having established themselves as one of the largest and most proactive car leasing specialists, Nationwide Vehicle Contracts see their weekend opening as evidence of their belief in the importance of customer service. It’s also a hugely impressive indication of their commitment to the future of their business.

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Sunshine Destinations Most Popular with UK Tourists This Half Term Says Comparecarhire.co.uk

UK tourists are using the snow weather and cold winter as a chance to get away to sunnier climes for the February half term. The news comes from online car hire price comparison specialist Comparecarhire.co.uk.

The website has seen a spike in bookings for car hire in places such as Portugal, Spain, Greece and Miami, where one year ago people were making bookings for locations in the UK and Switzerland.

Andy Hemmington, spokesperson for Comparecarhire.co.uk, commented: “People definitely seem to be heading away to the sunshine for a warmer weather break this February. With people still working to limited budgets we’re pleased to be able to help them source cheap car hire to make trips more affordable.”

“There are ways to get cheaper car hire deals, and having compared deals online to source the best deals, people should consider pickups in other places like downtown areas to get still better value deals.”

Tourists heading away for some sunshine this half term can find rental deals starting at £3 per day on Comparecarhire.co.uk right now. The site is right now home to deals including a week’s car hire from Malaga Airport from £3* per day, from £4* per day at Faro, from £9* per day in Crete, and from £14* per day at Miami Airport.

Comparecarhire.co.uk is one of the leading car hire comparison websites in the UK, allowing users to compare car hire prices for over 40 suppliers in 15,000 locations worldwide including Spain, Portugal and Greece, with pick up locations for car hire Malagadeals and car hire Murcia bookings.

To check the latest deals visit www.comparecarhire.co.uk.

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Scottish Broadband Plan Would Be Boon To Small Businesses, Says Parcel2Go

New plans to dramatically increase the speed of broadband internet services to homes and businesses in Scotland by 2015 have been welcomed by the UK’s largest online parcel delivery specialist.

Parcel2Go, which helps individuals and businesses across Britain to send consignments to addresses here in the UK and countries all over the world, said if the Scottish government’s plans come to fruition, the result would be a major boost for small firms.

As part of the Infrastructure Action Plan (IAP), the government hopes that 85 to 90 per cent of properties in Scotland will benefit from broadband speeds of between 40-80Mbps. At the moment the average broadband speed in the UK is just 6.8Mbps.

The growing importance of being able to trade online and effectively manage a business through the internet means the plans could have a substantial impact on companies in Scotland. Parcel2Go’s marketing director Richard Mercer, said the parts of the IAP aimed at improving access to mobile data services could also be hugely beneficial to firms.

He said: “More and more small businesses are coming to rely on the internet and are managing to boost their takings through e-commerce. Parcel2Go helps thousands of these companies find cheap courier deals so they can ship consignments across the world, and from feedback, we understand all too well how important online services have become to the UK’s small businesses.

“With Britain facing the possibility of another recession, schemes such as this which will help firms to grow should be made a top priority. It is innovative and dynamic companies that will help Britain move towards an improved economic situation and Britain should be doing everything possible to support that growth.”

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Parcel2Go backs findings of global parcel delivery survey

The UK’s largest online parcel delivery specialist has said it is unsurprised by the results of a recent study highlighting the growing importance of online delivery services.

A worldwide survey of 93 members of the Universal Postal Union showed that 70 per cent believe postal e-services are strategically important for the future. The research identified 55 different types of digital services which are now available, including track and trace and online bill payments.

According to Bolton-based Parcel2Go, which has been involved in helping businesses and individuals to organise international parcel services for over 20 years and is involved with the delivery of more than two millions parcels a year, demand for online services will continue to grow at a rapid rate.

Richard Mercer, marketing director at Parcel2Go, said the simplicity of arranging shipping services through the internet is one of the main appeals.

He said: “The results of the Universal Postal Union survey make interesting reading, but we’re not surprised to find that an increasing number of organisations are recognising the potential of online services.

“At Parcel2Go we have been focussed on bringing the latest online services to our customers for many years. Feedback tells us that online tools such as parcel tracking are highly valued by individuals, while for many business customers they have become invaluable.”

Richard added that as mobile devices such as tablet computers come to play an increasing part in people’s daily lives, demand for online courier services is only going to increase.

The survey put Switzerland at the top of the list in terms of overall e-services development, while the US, Canada and Germany all featured in the top ten. The Universal Postal Union said it was the first time it had surveyed its members on e-services, but added that this type of study will now be conducted on a regular basis.

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Europe’s Romantic Driving Routes Recommended by Carrentals.co.uk

British couples heading away for Valentine’s Day breaks this year have been advised on the most romantic driving routes to try. The recommendations come from award-winning car hire website Carrentals.co.uk.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, says: “We invariably see higher levels of traffic at this time of year as British couples get ready to enjoy a romantic weekend away somewhere for Valentine’s Day.”

“More and more people are looking into different destinations instead of the typical city break – and renting a car allows them to explore the region that much more. With that in mind we’ve recommended some of the most romantic European drives that we know of for Valentine’s Day”.

Carrentals.co.uk Top 5 Romantic Driving Locations:

1. Amalfi Coast, Italy – Perhaps Italy’s most breathtaking driving route, the road along the Amalfi Coast comprises quaint fishing villages, picturesque ports, great cafés and some fantastic restaurants. The route connects the two popular tourist destinations of Sorrento and Salerno.

2. Champagne, France – A fantastic drive through the heart of French wine country, this 220 kilometre romantic drive includes visits to some of the region’s most celebrated vineyards and wine producers.

3. West Coast of Scotland – A world away from England, the West Coast of Scotland and Argyllshire is one of the most romantic and picturesque drives in all of Europe. Take a trip to some historic castles, visit great Whisky distilleries, and enjoy the views out over the sea from some of Scotland’s prettiest ports.

4. Seville, Spain – Orange groves and white walled villages make up one of Spain’s prettiest and most romantic drives. Visiting couples can enjoy seeing the gardens at Barrio de Santa Cruz and the Guadalquivir River is a real highlight.

5. Romantic Road, Germany– Germany is renowned for some of the most beautiful drives in Europe and the Romantic Road is perfect for Valentine’s Day. The journey takes in ancient churches, gothic castles and some fantastic restaurants.

Carrentals.co.uk is the UK’s leading car hire comparison site providing cheap car hire in over 15,000 locations worldwide including Italy, France, Spain and Portugal, with pick up locations including car hire Faro offers and car hire Faro Airport deals.

To compare the latest car hire deals for a Valentine’s Day getaway visit www.carrentals.co.uk.

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Brits Book Rental Cars in Eastern Europe for Valentine’s Day Says eRentals.co.uk

Cities throughout Eastern Europe have seen a big jump in car hire bookings ahead of Valentine’s Day 2012 as Brits look to get themselves a value for money romantic break this year. The news comes from online car hire bookings specialist eRentals.co.uk.

The eRentals.co.uk website has taken more bookings than ever for unusual destinations throughout Eastern Europe, such as Sofia in Bulgaria, Prague in the Czech Republic, Bratislava in Slovakia and Krakow in Poland. These destinations according to eRentals.co.uk are more popular this year as Brits look to source the best value possible for a Valentine’s Day break.

Briony Fairbairn, spokesperson for eRentals.co.uk, comments: “France is popular as ever with romantic Brits this year but there’s been a surge in demand for places in Eastern Europe too. Cheap air fares and the availability of good value hotels throughout that region have made it more attractive to UK tourists this Valentine’s Day.”

“There is also demand for car hire in Eastern European ski resorts as people look to get away for a romantic ski break too.”

Consumers can log on to eRentals.co.uk right now and find car hire deals available such as three days’ rental from Sofia airport for £20, Krakow airport for £40 and Budapest airport from £40. eRentals.co.uk also reports additional demand for car hire deals in Faro, Malta and Bordeaux ahead of Valentine’s Day.

Briony continued: “People are definitely taking Valentine’s Day trips to different places this year, and we can help them to get more for their money while there with some great value deals.”

eRentals.co.uk is a specialist car hire company, providing cheap car hire in over 12,000 locations around the World. Committed to finding its customers the best prices, eRentals.co.uk offers a quick and easy search of the latest offers, including Sicily car hire and car hire Sardinia deals.

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