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New Android App Makes On-the-Go Bookings a Snap

August 11, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

Aug 11, 2011 — RTPR – Anyone with an Android mobile phone can now enjoy instant car hire booking on the move with convenient new app from popular online car hire comparator, Carrentals.co.uk.

With more than 15,000 locations around the globe and 50 of the leading car hire companies to choose from, customers have everything they need to make the best booking possible for a car hire in Ireland or a beach holiday rental car in sunny Mallorca.

Smartphones have made life on the go easy to navigate, and now car hire is just as simple and convenient thanks to the new Android device app from Carrentals.co.uk. From anywhere, an Android phone can compare rental prices from 50 companies and provide an instant booking. A confirmation number is sent to the mobile phone and the rental voucher is emailed to the customer. It’s that easy.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, says: “Our new app for Android makes it incredibly quick and easy to arrange car hire in Dublin airport, the beach at Faro or the exciting city of Berlin. Now you can keep moving without interruption, using our app to book a car hire from anywhere your mobile phone gets service.”

A version of this popular app will be available for Apple iPhone by the end of the year. For now, the Android version can be had for free atwww.carrentals.co.uk/about/carrentals-mobile/carrentals-android-app.

Carrentals.co.uk is a popular car hire rate comparison website that lists the latest deals from 50 rental agencies such as Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt, to over 15,000 popular travel destinations worldwide.

www.carrentals.co.uk.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

In 2007 the company re-launched its site to create the first major online price comparator in the travel industry. Using the latest technology the Carrentals.co.uk site now searches up to 50 different car hire websites, providing an impartial comparison of the best prices available in over 15,000 locations.

Websites searched include Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Ebookers, Hertz, Holiday Autos, Opodo, Sixt and Thrifty, with the Carrentals.co.uk site quickly comparing prices and allowing customers to refine their search by car type.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

In 2008 Carrentals.co.uk was voted Best Car Hire Website in the Travolution Awards, and in 2010 it was Highly Commended in the Best Meta-search/Price Comparison category. To book or for further information visit www.carrentals.co.uk

Media Contact
Rachel Builder & Jenny White
Context
T: 01625 511966
F: 01625 511967
carrentals@contextpr.co.uk
www.contextpr.co.uk

Contact Details: Helen Young
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

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Carrentals.co.uk: Don’t Chance Not Reporting Penalty Points to Insurers

August 4, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

03 August 2011 – Online car hire price comparison website Carrentals.co.uk is advising the UK’s drivers not to cut corners in seeking out ways to save on car insurance this year. The award-winning website, which is home to cheap car hire deals in over 15,000 locations, advises drivers to always announce penalty points on their licences to insurers.

With UK car insurance costs continuing to be higher than ever, some drivers look to reduce their premiums by not making insurers aware of penalty points and accidents they have been previously involved with. However many drivers don’t know that they are legally bound to report such facts to their insurance company.

Having been involved in an accident or incident in the past and not reporting it means that the driver can be left helpless should the insurance company decide not to pay out on a claim. In addition the driver is then also left driving without insurance under a void cover policy – also illegal under UK law.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, says: “There is no doubt that car insurance is really expensive these days so we are in a way not surprised that people would seek to lower their outgoings however possible. Not telling an insurer about previous points is inadvisable though.”

“People at this time need to know that should they be involved in an accident under a void insurance policy through not announcing points, they will risk incurring extra costs – paying for other people’s cars, medical bills, legal fees and such. Points on a licence and also big fines can be levied too – so holding back that penalty points information in the first place can end up costing people more money if and when they get caught out.”

Carrentals.co.uk is the leading car hire comparison site providing cheap car hire by comparing deals from up to 50 rental companies, including Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt, in over 15,000 locations worldwide including car hire in Spain, USA and Switzerland, with a wide choice of pickup locations including car hire in Malaga, Denver and Geneva.

www.carrentals.co.uk.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

Media Contact
Rachel Builder & Jenny White
Context
T: 01625 511966
F: 01625 511967
carrentals@contextpr.co.uk
www.contextpr.co.uk

Contact Details: Helen Young
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

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Automotive, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

Bargain Pisa Car Hire on Carrentals.co.uk Site Helps Brits Save This Summer

July 29, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

July 29 2011 — /RTPR/ — Carrentals.co.uk, the online price comparator which helps tourists save on car hire deals from more than 50 providers, has this week published new prices to help visitors to Pisa save money. People going to Tuscany for their summer holidays can currently log on and find the best value rental around, with the added convenience of car hire Pisa Airport collections.

Carrentals.co.uk operates an award-winning service which lets people compare deals from famous name providers like Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Ebookers, Hertz, Holiday Autos, Opodo, Sixt and Thrifty. The website has over 5 years’ experience in saving people money on car hire, and right now offers Pisa Airport deals starting at only £22 per day*.

Visitors to Tuscany can collect their rental car on arrival in Pisa Airport and head off either to their hotel or to local attractions like the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Piazza dei Miracoli. By comparing and pre-booking a car hire Italy choice from Carrentals.co.uk tourists can enjoy the perfect mix of value for money and complete convenience.

Carrentals.co.uk Managing Director, Gareth Robinson, comments, “Saving people money on car hire is why we exist and we are so good at it that we have won awards for our service. A travel budget can disappear pretty fast somewhere like Tuscany so sourcing a value for money car hire deal with collections at Pisa Airport is the smart move.”

Carrentals.co.uk compares car hire deals from more than 50 rental providers, 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.

*Price correct at time of writing for 1 week car hire collected at Pisa Airport from August 20th.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

Media Contact
Helen Young
T: 0844 448 1489
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

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Richardson’s Group Launches New Websites for Better Customer Experience

July 28, 2011 hemhlday Leave a comment

Stalham, Norwich, 04/011/2011 – Richardson’s Group, the Norwich-based holiday tour operator, is pleased to announce a new website for Richardson’s Holiday Parks. With the new site customers can now book their summer holidays online at either Summerfields or Hemsby. In addition, the website provides an unlimited source of information about all that Richardson’s offers at these two parks including accommodations, prices, amenities, reviews, and even a Norwich guide.

Richardson’s Holidays has been serving travellers from the U.K. and all over Europe for the last 50 years. Previous to the new website, the company’s information was all found in one central location; a site jam-packed with information about all of Richardson’s properties and their various types of holiday packages. However, in order to best serve their customers, the company has launched a re-branding project which categorizes their properties and holidays according to type, and now offers three individual websites.

The Richardson’s Holiday Parks brand includes the previously mentioned Hemsby Holiday Park and Summerfields; The Richardson’s Holiday Villages brand includes village resorts at Seacroft, Mundesley, and South Downs; the Richardson’s Boating Holidays brand provides all you need for a relaxing boating holiday in the Norfolk Broads. Regardless of your taste and budget, Richardson’s Holidays has a package and accommodations that are perfect for you. They are proud to serve you with their new websites which makes finding the perfect holiday easier, quicker, and much more convenient.

In today’s modern Internet-based travel industry, consumers desire the very best in service from their holiday company. Ease of use when booking online is of utmost importance, as is providing a website with accurate information. Richardson’s strives to give you the best online experience possible in the hope that it also translates into the best holiday experience you’ve ever had. The company invites you to check out their three new re-branded websites and see for yourself what a holiday in Norwich can offer you and your family.

Richardson’s would also like to encourage you to book your 2011 summer holiday plans as soon as possible. With all the great options and packages they have to offer, accommodations are going fast. If you book today you’ll have the peace of mind that comes from knowing your summer holiday is secure, so don’t delay.

Richardson’s Group

The Richardson’s Group is a family-owned holiday tour provider active in the Norwich coastal area for more than 50 years. The company was founded by Mr. Robert Richardson who began with a small fleet of boats that he would let to visitors during the summertime. In 1957 Mr. Richardson purchased the Brightside Guest House in the Stalham, and Richardson’s Holidays was born. Today the company offers complete holiday packages at a variety of Norwich parks and villages, as well as complete boating holidays in the Norwich Broads.

For additional information please visit: http://www.Richardsonsholidayparks.co.uk

Richardson’s Holidays

Richardson’s

The Staithe

Stalham, Norwich

NR12 9BX

0844 770 5213

01692 581522

pr@richardsonsholidayparks.co.uk

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Cyclist Discovering The Joys Italy Can Provide

July 28, 2011 ibikets239 Leave a comment

[Austin, TX] – May 3, 2011 – Many people these days are looking to get healthier and that drive, say experts, is causing them to consider cycling more seriously than they might have in the past. Combined with the fact that a lot of cyclists love to travel, more doors are opening up now for those who want to be able to see the world by bike. While many countries are considered, Europe tends to be a favorite, according to those in the travel industry, due to the fact that it has a very well developed infrastructure that includes plenty of paved roads, medical services, a stable social climate and many things to experience that are unique to each country. In addition to the fact that this is a health boosting form of travel, it is also Earth friendly, something many people today are highly concerned with. This is a big part of the reason why Italy Bike Tours are growing in popularity as cyclist discover that this country has a huge amount to offer them if they wish to tour it. Considering just what an important role this country has played in world history, it is not surprising that so many visitors would be coming here on a regular basis.

With so much to see and do in Italy, a lot of bike fans wonder exactly where they should stop. One man, Arthur Simmons, decided to set up a web site that would help avid cycling fanatics like himself learn about a country that he cares deeply about: Italy. According to Simmons, the ability to Bike in Italy has exposed him to incredible landscapes, fabulous food and an amazing culture that he could never have experienced without leaving America, his country of birth. Today, his site helps those that are considering whether they wish to bike through modern Rome or if they might be looking to explore the Alps and the lakes it provides. These are just a few of the options cyclists in Italy have today and Simmons’ site goes into much more depth on what all is available in the nation right now.

Those who would like to learn more about touring Italy by bike should visit http://www.italybiketours.net/ where they can learn a great deal more about what all their options are and how to plan so that they have the best possible experience.

Contact Info:

Arthur Simmons
6000 Shepherd Mtn Cove
Austin, TX 78730
Phone: 408 685 3004
Email: arthur@italybiketours.net

Travel

Ludus Tours & the San Diego Sports Commission InviteSports-Business Community to Celebrate the Official Countdown to the 2012 Summer Games

July 23, 2011 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LudusTours, is teaming up with the San Diego Sports Commission to host a One Year Countdown to London Celebration at the San Diego Hall of Champions on July 27, 2011, from 4-6pm PST.

San Diego, CA, Friday – July 22, 2011 — LudusTours, ( http://ludustours.com ) a travel company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, is teaming up with the San Diego Sports Commission ( http://www.sdsportscommission.com ) to host a One Year Countdown to London Celebration at the San Diego Hall of Champions ( http://sdhoc.com ) on July 27, 2011, from 4-6pm PST. The event will feature local Olympic athletes, celebrities and coaches, prizes, guest speakers and more.The invitation is open to all sports-business professionals and Olympic fansto help count down to the one year mark.

“We are excited to share the passion that comes with the Games with local Olympic enthusiasts,” said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours. “San Diego is a hub for sports and the Olympic Movement and the San Diego Sports Commission is a connected sports resource in the city. With the Olympic Training Center here in Chula Vista, a plethora of local elite athletes and some of the world’s top sports-industry professionals, this is bound to be an epic countdown!”

Ludus Tours is the official travel and hospitality partner for 17 National Sports Federations and specializes in tour and hospitality services to enable people to have unforgettable, turn-key experiences attending the world’s premieresporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London.

“The San Diego Sports Commission partners with national governing bodies, professional sports teams, college athletic associations and events rights holders to bid, build, buy and execute sporting events in the region, making the official countdown partnership a perfect fit,” said Al Kidd, President, San Diego Sports Commission.

With Ludus Tours offices in London and San Diego, the Countdown Celebration is expected to bring a taste of London to the local community. For more information on the event, please visit http://www.londoncountdown.com or call (866) 343-6133.

About Ludus Tours:
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world’s premiere sporting and cultural events, including Austin F1, Oktoberfest, the 2012 Summer Games in London, and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for 17 US and Canadian National Governing Bodies including USA Track & Field, USA Volleyball and USA Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.LudusTours.com.

About San Diego Sports Commission (SDSC):
The SDSC serves as the region’s only sports event development, marketing and sales organization, providing a one-stop, complete sports marketing agency for event rights holders, taking events from inception to completion. Since its creation more than 50 years ago, SDSC has evolved into the cornerstone for all sports-related activities, events and conventions in San Diego. The organization strives to present the city as the premier destination for sporting events and to contribute to the region’s economic sustainability through sports.

Press & Media Contact:
Larkin Geyer
Account Manager
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
619-202-0065
larkin@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

Automotive, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Shopping, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

Hire Car Comparator Gives Travellers the Lowdown on Overpaying for Rental Insurance

July 19, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

19 July 2011 – /RTPR/ – Few things frustrate travellers more than paying for things they don’t need. How much insurance to buy for a rental car is one of the most confusing issues out there, but Carrentals.co.uk has written an online guide to help people avoid paying for cover they don’t need.

After polling some of the two million Brits who rent a car during the summer holiday season, Carrentals.co.uk discovered that the most common annoyance was the pressure exerted by rental agents to purchase additional coverage at the time of pick up. Most of the time, extra coverage in unnecessary and can add up to £2,000 to the bill.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, comments: “Having the right amount of coverage on a rental car is important, but most car hire companies try to take advantage of their customers by pushing them to buy extra insurance. It’s an annoying game they play, and sadly often neglects the most frequent trouble areas like lost keys or damaged windscreens.”

The rules of the road regarding proper rental insurance cover is nicely presented in a new video by carrentals.co.uk that can be viewed at http://www.carrentals.co.uk/extras/car-hire-insurance. They also have an excellent site devoted to common questions and the correct answers at http://forum.carrentals.co.uk/collision-damage-waiver-excess-insurance.

“One of our goals is to arm travellers with the right information to help them manage their budget effectively,” Gareth adds. “The video lays it all out there in black and white so that you won’t feel pressured to pay for cover you don’t really need. There definitely is a good case for buying extra cover, so we’ve created our own policy for our clients that tosses out the unnecessary things and keeps the good ones at a price everyone can appreciate.”

Customers of Carrentals.co.uk can now take advantage of a new insurance policy that is up to 60% cheaper than similar cover offered directly by the rental companies. With savings of £75 or more on offer, it is a great alternative for travellers tired of playing the mind games commonly associated with car rental firms.

Carrentals.co.uk is Britain’s number one hire car comparator site, listing the latest price and deals from 50 rental agencies such as Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt, in over 15,000 popular locations.

www.carrentals.co.uk.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

Media Contact
Rachel Builder & Jenny White
Context
T: 01625 511966
F: 01625 511967
carrentals@contextpr.co.uk
www.contextpr.co.uk

Contact Details: Helen Young
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

Automotive, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

Latest Carrentals.co.uk Bargain Deals Help Brits to Cheap Car Hire in Alicante

July 13, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

13 July 2011 – /RTPR/ – With the summer holiday season in full swing many British tourists are right now taking the opportunity to head off overseas for some Spanish sunshine and Sangria. With budgets remaining tight as the economic recovery continues, leading online car hire price comparison specialist Carrentals.co.uk has introduced new deals from top suppliers to help people find the best value for money around.

Carrentals.co.uk helps travellers and tourists to save money on hire car deals from all the top companies including Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt. This week the website has introduced the latest deals designed to help people save money on their car hire needs in Spain’s Alicante, with deals to be had from as little as £115 for a full week’s rental*.

The Carrentals.co.uk website specialises in helping people to save money on their holiday car rentals, and thanks to cheap flights making travel to Spain easier than ever, people are heading to Spain in great numbers for a summer break. With that in mind, Carrentals.co.uk can help people enjoy the best value car hire Alicante Airport has available thanks to its comparing all the latest deals around.

Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, Gareth Robinson, comments, “Alicante is one of those permanently popular destinations with Brits, and so we’re seeing a lot of demand for rentals there at present. Because we update our site in real time we’re always able to offer the very best value for money car hire Spain has to offer.”

*Price correct at time of writing for 1 week car hire from July 16th for rentals collected at Alicante Airport.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

Media Contact
Helen Young
T: 0844 448 1489
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

Automotive, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

Latest Cash-Making Hire Car Schemes Carry Problems says Carrentals.co.uk

July 8, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

8 July 2011 – /RTPR/ – Online car hire comparison specialist Carrentals.co.uk – the website which saves the country’s motorists money on car rental wherever they are travelling – has reported that car owners need to be careful if indulging in the latest car hire money generation schemes.

Whipcar is an example of the schemes motorists are using, with the intention of the schemes to make some additional case for car owners. Online car hire comparator Carrentals.co.uk is however counselling people that they should be careful what they expect on the back end of renting their car to someone.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, comments: “We have a huge amount of expertise in helping people save money on their car hire needs all around the world. Whether people want to book car hire in France or find ski trip rentals on a budget we are able to help and to guide them through the various pitfalls involved.”

“These new programmes such as Whipcar may seem like good ways to make money – but people need to know that their own car won’t be as carefully maintained as it would be by themselves. There are all sorts of problems which can occur or cause disputes – food spillages, wrong petrol, poor treatment of the car in general et cetera. So we are warning people to be aware of this kind of thing.”

“We can get people cars from top name providers for about the same prices – so we can offer hirers greater comfort and peace of mind knowing that they are not hiring from someone emotionally connected to the vehicle in the first place.”

“We appreciate that people want to make a bit of extra cash but these kinds of schemes really do contain potential problems – so people need to go into them with their eyes open.”

Carrentals.co.uk is the leading car hire comparison site which compares deals from up to 50 rental companies, including Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt, in over 15,000 locations worldwide, including car hire at Geneva Airport and across the USA.

www.carrentals.co.uk.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

Media Contact
Rachel Builder & Jenny White
Context
T: 01625 511966
F: 01625 511967
carrentals@contextpr.co.uk
www.contextpr.co.uk

Contact Details: Helen Young
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

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Automotive, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

Find Best Deals on Car Hire to London At Carrentals.co.uk

July 5, 2011 EPR Network Leave a comment

05 July 2011 – /RTPR/– Travellers heading to London this summer can start the savings early by booking their rental car online with Carrentals.co.uk, one of the leading internet car hire specialists. Customers can browse the current prices and special offers from 50 leading car hire firms to help find the best rates at over 15,000 travel destinations around the world.

There are dozens of convenient car hire pick-up locations across London, making it easy to get mobile soon after landing in the capital. A car rental UK booked online through Carrentals.co.uk can be picked up in train stations like St Pancreas International, all of the capital’s airports and many well-known hotels. By visiting their website, customers can compare the latest rates from international rental outfits such as Auto Europe, Budget, Ebookers, Holiday Autos, Opodo and Thrifty to find the deal that’s best for them.

Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Carrentals.co.uk, comments, “Our goal is to get the right rental car into our customer’s hands at the best price possible. London is no cheap holiday, but the savings from booking with us translates into more cash to spend on highlights like the London Eye and the Tate Modern. Having a rental vehicle also makes it cheap and easy to visit nearby towns like Cotswolds or Brighton for the day.”

There are almost too many attractions in London. Visitors have the daunting challenge of choosing from sites like the Tower of London, The British Museum, Madame Tussaud’s and the hundreds of options for dining, drinking and evening entertainment. With a car rental London there is more time for sightseeing and greater convenience in terms of moving about the capital with total flexibility. Public transport and taxis are not cheap in London, so many travellers discover the cost of a rental car is actually a cheaper way to go.

Carrentals.co.uk compares hire car rates and deals from over 50 rental companies including Auto Europe, Budget, Holiday Autos and Sixt in more than 15,000 locations around the world. To check out current car hire prices visit www.carrentals.co.uk.
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About Carrentals.co.uk
Carrentals.co.uk was launched in February 2003 and grew to become one of the UK’s leading online car hire companies by 2006.

The Carrentals.co.uk site also features over 5,000 pages of travel information in a mini-guide format.

Media Contact
Helen Young
T: 0844 448 1489
press@asapventures.co.uk
ASAP Ventures Ltd
0844 448 1489
www.carrentals.co.uk

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