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Strikes Cause Travel Misery Across Europe this Week

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  It’s looking like a bumper week of strikes in airports across Europe.  You have been warned…    In Frankfurt, a strike by ground crew which has cancelled hundreds of flights is continuing into its third day. The workers’ union said it will continue the dispute for weeks if necessary. Workers are holding out for [...]
February 20th, 2012

The Best Ways To Explore Northern Ireland

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  Are you thinking of taking a family trip in the UK ? If so you might want to consider visiting Northern Ireland with Belfast car rental. For a lot of people when they think of Northern Ireland their minds automatically turn to the troubles that marred the country from the 1970s right through to [...]
February 17th, 2012

Seven Travel Websites that Save You Money

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  You might have bagged yourself a great deal on Larnaca car rental but once you factor in all those extra costs and spending money, that cheap holiday in the sun can end up costing you a small fortune.  Fortunately there are lots of websites out there only too happy to offer you advice on how to  save money on your next [...]
February 15th, 2012

London On a Shoestring

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All over London car rental desks and hotel managers are getting ready to push up their prices, as demand for transport and accommodation peaks in the run up to the Olympics. A trip to London doesn’t have to mean empty pockets this summer. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the city without breaking the [...]
February 13th, 2012

Five More Travel Writers You Should Follow on Pinterest

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    Looking for (p) inspiration for that next big trip away?  Whether you’re planning a self-drive tour of the USA or simply hoping to see some top-class travel photography, get yourself on Pinterest now and feast your eyes on the travel boards of these expert  ‘pinners’:   Lauren Kilberg:     South Korean-based travel [...]
February 10th, 2012

Countries Where You Can’t Smoke with Children in the Car

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  This week, the Welsh government is launching a high profile campaign to stub out smoking in cars with children on board, but you might be shocked to learn that right now in some countries, it is already illegal…       Canada: Smoking while anyone under 16 is present in the vehicle is banned [...]
February 8th, 2012

UK Snow Update: Drivers Urged to Be Careful On the Roads

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    Drivers across the UK are being warned to take care when battling against freezing conditions today. Authorities have deployed gritters around the country to tackle the weekend’s heavy snow, but in some areas, roads have had to remain closed due to dangerous ice. The Met Office is continuing to warn drivers about icy [...]
February 6th, 2012

Malev Airlines Goes Bust

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Another day, another European airline goes bust.  Today it’s Hungary’s national carrier, Malev that has been forced to leave its passengers stranded on the tarmac.  Like Spanair,  Malev is reacting to an “unsustainable” financial situation. Malev is a member of the Oneworld airline alliance which includes American Airlines and British Airways.  Recently, debts have mounted [...]
February 3rd, 2012

Five Travel Writers Worth Following on Pinterest

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      Argus Car Hire is now on Pinterest. Give us a follow now – and while you’re at it, check out these expert travel pinners too. We’re addicted already:   1.     Kirsten Alana: Kirsten Alana is a New York based travel writer and photographer. Her website, Aviators and a Camera showcases her traditional [...]
February 1st, 2012

Spanish Government to Take Legal Action Against Spanair

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  Spanish airline Spanair stranded 20,000 passengers  as well as visitors looking to pick up car hire in Spain over the weekend when they ran out of financing options. Grounded: Spanair flights The Barcelona-based airline announced unexpectedly that it was ending operations, leading to 647 flight cancellatons. In the meantime, UK low cost airlines, EasyJet [...]
January 30th, 2012
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