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Enjoy the Best of Britain and Europe by Car
Mar 17th
Enjoy the Best of Britain and Europe by Car
For most people, at least one two-week holiday each year is a must, in terms of having an extended relaxation period and forgetting all about the stresses of every day life.
For some, that much needed break could mean two weeks of sun, sand and sea at a popular Mediterranean or Caribbean destination, whilst others may prefer a fortnight of adventure in the remote wilderness of a mountain retreat.
But of course, the deciding factor will always be whether or not that dream vacation is affordable. One option is to simply squirrel away a little cash each week so that after 12 months of saving, a sizeable sum has accrued; and if that’s not possible, then the trusty old credit card can always be dusted down and put to good use.
However, at a time when many people may be more than a little concerned about their personal financial situation, credit may not always be an option. And this means people may have to start thinking about vacations a little closer to home.
Of course, this shouldn’t be considered a bad thing. The UK sometimes receives a bit of bad press for its weather, but in truth, it really isn’t all that bad. The south-west of England, for example, enjoys very warm weather in the summer months. The same is true about many parts of the UK, with the summer months often surprising those tourists on UK culture holidays rather than beach holidays.
The beauty of ‘holidaying at home’ extends way beyond any financial motives. The UK is home to some splendid beaches, such as Bamburgh beach in Northumberland, which has a beautiful coastline offering crystal clear water and large stretches of sand.
Moreover, for those looking to hit the road for a summer vacation in their car then it is possible to combine the best of Britain with a little taste of the continent. This is largely thanks to the Eurotunnel, which offers a private vehicle passage to Europe in a little under forty minutes. Upon disembarking at Calais in France, there is literally an entire continent to explore, from the stunning beaches in the south of France to the historical cities of Spain and Italy.
So, it would seem that there are many advantages of embarking on a driving holiday. But as is the case with any vacation, it’s always best to prepare for the worst. For example, car breakdown cover is a must for anybody planning on venturing around the UK or Europe in their own car. Accidents or mechanical problems can happen any time and at any place, so 24/7 coverage is crucial to avoid unnecessarily long roadside waits that can spoil any holiday.
And given the whole point of a holiday is to unwind and forget about the stresses of every day life, this is one hassle everybody can do without.
Paul McIndoe writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
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Traffic trouble in Europe
Mar 17th
Traffic trouble in Europe
Article by Simon Macsis
Europe is a great place to spend a lovely summer holiday, but unfortunately many, many other holiday makers think so too. A good way to avoid the hustle and bustle of the streets and to escape spending half your trip in traffic jams is to avoid travelling at peak times and to keep your radio on for traffic alerts, if you can understand the language.
There is however, no foolproof way to avoid a traffic jam, so prepare for these too. Keep a map handy and look for alternative routes out of the area. Green Flag’s website offers tips and advice for dealing with road stress when travelling, so visit their website for advice before you set off on your trip to the continent.
Traffic jams can be exhausting because while you and your vehicle are generally stationary on the road, you will be creeping forward at times and the engine will be running, which means that you can still have a collision. It might just be a little fender bender, but it’s still a hassle, so pay attention to the road at all times.
Cars also overheat in traffic jams, if the coolant levels are too low, so before you set off on a long journey, make sure it is topped up to just below the max line. Topping up is as easy as opening the bonnet and unscrewing the coolant reservoir cap slowly. Never do this when the engine is hot or you may get badly scalded. Then add the coolant (usually a mixture of water and anti-freeze) and secure the cap again – easy.
When in traffic, the cooling fan should come on in the car automatically before the car gets too hot. If you hear the fan while crawling along in a jam on a hot day, take it as a warning sign from your motor.
Putting the heater on full (maximum heat and highest blower speed) will disperse some heat from the engine, but make the car very hot inside, so open the windows. As soon as possible, pull over in a safe place and switch the engine off.
Sometimes the overheating might be caused by something like a plastic bag blocking the airflow to the radiator at the front of the car. If not, then carefully lift the bonnet (the electric cooling fan may still be running) and see if there is steam escaping from anyway, possibly from a split in a hose or a hole in the radiator. If there is, you will need to get this repaired by calling up your European breakdown cover policy providers at Green Flag.
If the coolant level is just too low wait for the engine to cool down before topping it up, water alone is fine as a temporary solution, but make sure you get the correct coolant in good time. Once the engine has cooled down you can start driving again, but keep an eye on the temperature gauge in case it starts to overheat again.
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More Europe, Less Euros: Travelling on the Cheap
Mar 13th
More Europe, Less Euros: Travelling on the Cheap
Article by Andrew Regan
The first thing that should be on your mind when it comes to booking your holiday in Europe is arranging your flights. It may sound obvious, but the easiest way to save money on your flights is to book well in advance. According to many travel experts the best time to reserve your flights is eleven months in advance of your trip, due to the flights just being released. As a result, plenty of cheaper seats will be available. The opposite is also true, as booking at the last minute can result in substantial savings as airlines try to fill up their unsold seats.Further savings can be made on your European sojourn by simply splitting the cost with your travelling companions. Depending on the accommodation you wish to stay in during your trip, you could save a considerable amount of money. Staying in youth hostels, which, despite the name, are no longer just the preserve of the youth, as many hostels now have family rooms, is always a financially sound option and if you do decide to split the cost, it could ending up costing you next to nothing. Investigate cheap hotel chains as well, as many are significantly cheaper than their Travelodge cousins in Britain. In France, for example, many budget hotels offer three person rooms for under £20 a night.Keeping an eye on the exchange rates is also a useful idea. Fluctuations between the Pound and the Euro could be the difference between a leisurely, fun packed holiday and a minimalist, dull one. For example, Greece, a once cheap option for a family holiday, has become relatively expensive on the back of its entry to the European Union and its view of itself as an Olympic host and European football champion; while Italy on the other hand, remains very reasonable. With that in mind, do some research and find countries that offer competitive rates on accommodation, food and tourist attractions.Depending on your destination, it’s worth remembering when planning your holiday that renting a car may be more convenient than relying on pubic transport. Cheap car hire in Spain and Tenerife, for example, is relatively easy to find and allows for far greater flexibility.Quite possibly the best tip for saving money on your European holiday is to shop around for a low cost insurance policy. The travel agent – online or on the High Street – will attempt to sell you insurance but many travel experts recommend arranging your own instead, as it’s almost a guarantee that similar cover can be found for a lower price elsewhere. This rule also applies to European breakdown cover. While we’ve all heard of the RAC and AA, it’s worth bearing in mind that it’s still just insurance and a number of companies will offer the same thing for less money.When booking a European holiday on a budget, the easiest way to save money is simply to shop around for the best deals, with the internet being a godsend to travellers wishing to book their own trips. Research the countries you’re planning on visiting too and make yourself aware of any opportunities to save money on food or accommodation. By taking all of the above into account, your European trip is sure to be a great experience which won’t break the bank.
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Andrew Regan is an online, freelance author from Scotland. He is a keen rugby player and enjoys travelling.
Top 2009 camper vans to travel Europe
Mar 4th
Top 2009 camper vans to travel Europe
Article by Green Flag
So you are thinking of investing in a camper van to allow you a little more freedom on your travels? If so then you are in the right place, here is some advice on how to go about choosing the best camper van to tour in, whether you are touring through Europe or anywhere else on the planet. These campers will stand you in good stead for comfort as well that little bit of luxury. If you do buy a camper van then talk to your car insurance provider to check whether all of your camper’s contents, etc will be covered under their policy (including your breakdown cover), if not you need to find out what to do so that you are fully covered, inside and out!
Westfalia Camper Vans
So truth be told, Westfalia don’t actually manufacture camper vans, they do however specialise in converting panel vans and other camper vans into, now legendary camper vans. Their official name is Westfalia-Werke and they are based in Rheda-Wiedenbruck in the Westphalia region of Germany. The company made a name for itself in 1951 when it started converting VW camper vans and their work has inspired countless other camper van imitators, but Westfalia are still in a class of their own!
Converting a van into a camper van is one of the most popular ways to go about it, because you can choose which ever van you want to convert and, this is quite possibly the clincher, you have an input on what you want in your new mobile holiday home. Customisation is a key element of owning a camper van and whether you choose to modify a Mercedes Benz Sprinter or the legendary Ford Transit you will be able to decide exactly what you want in your camper van.
Remember to talk to your van insurance provider to establish whether all of your possessions (in and outside) of your brand new camper van will be covered. Also remember to take all of your vital documents with you when you go on holiday and they include breakdown cover (as well as a European breakdown cover) policy as well as your travel and van insurance policy details, otherwise one incident might spoil your entire trip!
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Green Flag takes the horror out of breaking down in Europe
Mar 1st
Green Flag takes the horror out of breaking down in Europe
Article by Simon Macsis
Roadside recovery experts, Green Flag, have warned that European breakdown cover is as essential as travel and motor insurance when driving abroad. Too many people are unaware that their insurance and breakdown cover doesn’t always cover trips on the continent, so green Flag would like to draw attention to this weighty issue.Research shows that it could cost in excess of £5,000 to recover a family of four with a car and caravan from Spain. The further afield you are, the more expensive it gets, and the more crucial it is you have cover in place. Dan Robinson, Head of Green Flag, has pointed out that their customers have an option to take out either an annual policy covering UK and Europe if they’re likely to do a number of trips, or a short term cover for each trip they take.”One of the key things for motorists would be the stress and worry if they did break down in a foreign country and didn’t know what to do. Communicating with local garages could be difficult if you aren’t fluent in the mother tongue. Green Flag customers can just call us, and we would get our trained linguists to make all the arrangements” says Robinson, offering customers peace of mind as well as speedy recovery.Amazingly, Green Flag European breakdown cover will also cover you if you break down in the few days before you go away, as well as offering a comprehensive list of other benefits such as emergency roadside repairs and emergency labour costs, location and dispatch of spare parts and flexible options if the car is out of use, such as accommodation for you and passengers while the vehicle is repaired or money towards hiring another vehicle.Prevention is better than a cure, so Green Flag recommends drivers service their cars before a long journey and pay particular attention to the following oil, tyres, windscreens, lights and water. Change the oil filter and top up the tank, keep your tyres at the right pressure, fill up with windscreen wash, make sure your lights work and are clean and keep the water topped up throughout the trip.And finally, as obvious as it seems, Green Flag responds to hundreds of calls every week from people who have run out of fuel, so keep an eye on the fuel gauge and top up when you need to.Visit Green Flags website for more advice and information of travelling abroad, and make use of their nifty online route planner to plot your journey across the continent.
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Driving to the last of the summer festivals in Europe
Feb 28th
Driving to the last of the summer festivals in Europe
Article by Green Flag Breakdown Cover
As the summer winds down and the winter chill returns to our shores we all try very hard to stay upbeat and positive, but it isn’t always as easy as that. Or is it? Ever considered going to a late summer music festival in Europe? Just remember to take your breakdown cover and car insurance policies along, just in case.
The Salzburg Festival is one of the leading music and drama festivals in the world and is held each year for five weeks in the Austrian town of Salzburg. The festival runs from late July and was founded in 1877 but was discontinued in 1910 until the end of the First World War.
The festival has grown in size and popularity as the town is completely transformed every year during festival time and it has resulted in the festival being known as the premier destination for opera, drama play and classical concerts, it is of course the birthplace of legendary composer – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The music on offer mainly focuses on Mozart and Strauss, but you can also take in some Verdi and Beethoven.
If classical music isn’t quite your thing, you should pack your car (remember the car insurance details, take you travel insurance ones along as well) and head off to the Palio Horse Race in Siena. It is guaranteed to exhilarate you! The race takes place twice during each summer (July 2 and August 16) and crowds from all over the world descend on the town to witness the race.
The race is made up of 17 horses (one from each neighbourhood) and the barrel the town square, and here is the catch, there are spectators on the in and outside of the ‘track’. The race generally ends in a huge party and a good time is basically guaranteed. So next time you are stuck for option, pack your car, grab some friends (and your European breakdown cover details) and head over to one of Europe’s lesser known festivals, you might just have a really great time!
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Get great European breakdown cover from Green Flag, as well as driving advice and route planning, and much more online at Green Flag Breakdown Cover.
Enjoy the Best of Britain and Europe by Car
Aug 15th
Enjoy the Best of Britain and Europe by Car
For most people, at least one two-week holiday each year is a must, in terms of having an extended relaxation period and forgetting all about the stresses of every day life.
For some, that much needed break could mean two weeks of sun, sand and sea at a popular Mediterranean or Caribbean destination, whilst others may prefer a fortnight of adventure in the remote wilderness of a mountain retreat.
But of course, the deciding factor will always be whether or not that dream vacation is affordable. One option is to simply squirrel away a little cash each week so that after 12 months of saving, a sizeable sum has accrued; and if that’s not possible, then the trusty old credit card can always be dusted down and put to good use.
However, at a time when many people may be more than a little concerned about their personal financial situation, credit may not always be an option. And this means people may have to start thinking about vacations a little closer to home.
Of course, this shouldn’t be considered a bad thing. The UK sometimes receives a bit of bad press for its weather, but in truth, it really isn’t all that bad. The south-west of England, for example, enjoys very warm weather in the summer months. The same is true about many parts of the UK, with the summer months often surprising those tourists on UK culture holidays rather than beach holidays.
The beauty of ‘holidaying at home’ extends way beyond any financial motives. The UK is home to some splendid beaches, such as Bamburgh beach in Northumberland, which has a beautiful coastline offering crystal clear water and large stretches of sand.
Moreover, for those looking to hit the road for a summer vacation in their car then it is possible to combine the best of Britain with a little taste of the continent. This is largely thanks to the Eurotunnel, which offers a private vehicle passage to Europe in a little under forty minutes. Upon disembarking at Calais in France, there is literally an entire continent to explore, from the stunning beaches in the south of France to the historical cities of Spain and Italy.
So, it would seem that there are many advantages of embarking on a driving holiday. But as is the case with any vacation, it’s always best to prepare for the worst. For example, car breakdown insurance cover is a must for anybody planning on venturing around the UK or Europe in their own car. Accidents or mechanical problems can happen any time and at any place, so 24/7 coverage is crucial to avoid unnecessarily long roadside waits that can spoil any holiday.
And given the whole point of a holiday is to unwind and forget about the stresses of every day life, this is one hassle everybody can do without.
Adam Singleton writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
Motorcycle breakdown cover in Europe?
Aug 18th
Currenty looking for breakdown cover in Europe when I take my BMW K100 over in september for 10 days, Any suggestions?
Cheapest European Breakdown Cover?
Aug 18th
Do you know which is the cheapest breakdown cover for europe? I only really need a single trip (if they do those)