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Car Hire In Netherlands With Winter Tyres

March 6, 2020 Holland, Netherlands Comments Off on Car Hire In Netherlands With Winter Tyres
Hiring A car in Holland with Winter Tyres

Car Hire In Netherlands With Winter Tyres

The Netherlands is a very popular location, with so much to do you will be able want to spend more than a week there. Choose between exploring the capital of Netherlands, Amsterdam, or hiring a bicycle and cycling from town to town. If you hate cycling up hills, don’t worry the Netherlands is very flat which makes for pleasant riding in the sun. If you choose to visit in the Winter there is still lots to do, like ice skating, maybe even on the canal if it’s cold enough!

If you are travelling in Winter, you need to make sure you know the laws of country while you are driving there. To make it easy for you, we have compiled everything you will need to know about hiring a car in Netherlands with Winter tyres into this blog.

Do I Need Winter Tyres in Netherlands?

No, if you are driving in Netherlands there is no legal requirement for you to have Winter tyres on your car. In the Netherlands, you are also not allowed to use snow chains on your car, however if you travel to another country you may need to add snow chains to your booking. Snow chains can be added for around just over £20 per day, with a maximum cost of around £85.

Can I Request Winter Tyres In Netherlands?

Yes, winter tyres can be requested from the supplier when you book, should you need them. Winter tyres cost £17.25 per day based on a 1-week hire. If you are wanting to add Winter tyres with your booking speak to our team to avoid any confusion.

What Else Do I Need To Consider?

There are a couple of ski resorts in the Netherlands and if you plan to visit any you might take your own skis. If this is you, you will need to have somewhere to store your skis while you travel. Unfortunately, we don’t have any suppliers who offer ski racks available for hire. However, if you do plan on taking skis, we suggest that you hire a larger car to make room for your skis.

If you plan to make use of our cross border car hire offer, it is important that you check the laws regarding driving of any country you plan to visit. If you need anything extra like winter tyres or snow chains, these must be added when you book. Failure to comply with the law could result in your insurance becoming void or may get you in trouble with the local law enforcement.

We always recommend that you call our team if you are interested in booking a car, especially if you have specific requirements. Our team of car hire experts are more than happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have to ensure you have a stress-free car hire. Get in contact with our team today.

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Flybe Customers Told Not To Travel To The Airport…

March 5, 2020 News, Travel Advice, Travel News Comments Off on Flybe Customers Told Not To Travel To The Airport…
Flybe refunds and travel arrangements

Flybe enters administration

This morning, on the 5th March, airline provider Flybe released a statement to confirm that they had entered administration. All Flybe customers were advised not to travel to the airport unless other arrangements had been organised. The statement went on to say that there would be no alternative flights arranged by Flybe. So, what happens next if you have a flight arranged with Flybe in the near future?

Alternative travel arrangements for Flybe customers and staff

You have a few choices for alternative travel arrangements. Firstly, if you are travelling on a domestic flight in the UK, you may be able to get a free train ticket. FirstGroup, which is the largest rail operator in the UK, have announced that if you can prove you had a flight booked with Flybe within the next week, you are eligible to travel on their trains for free. You will need to have a boarding pass or another valid proof that you have booked a flight for these dates, Flybe staff can just show their staff ID for the same offer. Another rail provider, LNER, have also offered free rail travel for Flybe customers throughout the 5th March.

Secondly, easyJet are offering a free flight for any customers or staff that are due to fly on the 5th March. If you are travelling after the 5th March, easyJet will allow Flybe customers to fly for £65 up until the end of May. On this flight you will be allowed to take a 15kg hold bag with you.

Can I get a refund for my Flybe booking?

If none of that helps you, the only other thing you can do is re-book a flight with a different company. The good news is, you may be able to get a refund for some or all of your money. If you have travel insurance, there is a good chance you will be covered and will get a refund. With that being said not every supplier covers cancelled flights due to an airline collapse, but it is worth checking, if you have travel insurance. Secondly, you can apply to your credit or debit card provider and they may be able to reimburse you. Finally, if you bought your holiday as package from a 3rd party, separate to Flybe, you may also be eligible for a refund due to ATOL protection.

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Low Deposit Car Hire In Australia

March 3, 2020 Australia Comments Off on Low Deposit Car Hire In Australia
Car hire low deposit Australia

Car hire with a low deposit in Australia

We are pleased to announce that we can now offer car hire with a low deposit in Australia. For the majority of car rentals, you must pay a security deposit that is refunded or released after you have returned the vehicle. Some or all of the deposit will be used to pay if the vehicle is dirty, damaged or returned later than the drop off time. Usual deposits for car hire in Australia can be several hundred or even thousand Australian Dollars. We work with a supplier in Australia who offers car hire with a low deposit of just 200 AUD.

Why would I want to hire a car with a low deposit?

As mentioned above the deposit for car hire is refundable, however there are still several reasons why you may want a low deposit when renting a car. If you have been saving up for months before your holiday, we think that you would rather be spending that money on food and attractions while you are in Australia. You might not have a very high limit on your credit card, or you may just prefer to have more money in the bank readily available for you. Whatever your reason, Indigo Car Hire can help. Car hire with a low deposit in Australia will have you driving away and leaving the financial stress of travelling in the dust.

Other services we offer in Australia

If you would like to book car hire with a low deposit in Australia or any of our other offers, please get in touch with our team. The reason for this is because not all offers are available with every supplier, by contacting our team, we will ensure you are placed with a supplier who can accommodate your needs. You can contact us via call on +44 (0)113 880 0748, email us at sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk or by talking to us via the live chat function.

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Can Car Rental Companies Track Where You Are?

February 27, 2020 News Comments Off on Can Car Rental Companies Track Where You Are?
Can a car rental company track where you are

Can Car Rental Companies Track Where You Are?

The majority of car rental companies have trackers fitted to their cars and vans. The reason for this is so that the supplier can protect their fleet of vehicles and make sure there is no breach of the terms agreed.

Why Would A Car rental company want to track where you are?

Car rental companies use a tracking device because they need to protect themselves, an example of this would be if the driver does not return the vehicle. If a tracker is fitted to the car, they can easily locate the car, making it harder for the car to be stolen.

Another reason why car trackers are used is to make sure there is no illegal or unlawful use of the car. In the past rental cars have been known to be used in illegal acts. By having the car fitted with a tracker it will already deter anyone wishing to use the car illegally. Also, if something illegal does happen, the location of the car at that time can be vital evidence.

Finally, if you hire a car and it is prohibited to cross over an international border, the tracker can be used to ensure you abide by this. If you choose to cross over the border, the supplier will know, and you could end up in a lot of trouble with the supplier and maybe even local law enforcement. For this reason, make sure you arrange cross border car hire if you wish to travel across an international border.

Should this stop you from hiring a car?

To conclude, yes, the majority of suppliers will track their cars. However, this shouldn’t make a difference to you, as long as you are abiding by the law and the rental agreement. It is only in place to protect the supplier and in some cases could protect you.

If you are looking for car hire, we offer car hire worldwide so contact us today. You can contact us by call on +44 (0)113 880 0748, email at sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk or by using the live chat function.

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Hiring A Car With Winter Tyres In Belgium

February 7, 2020 News, Winter, winter car rental Comments Off on Hiring A Car With Winter Tyres In Belgium
Winter tyres in Belgium

About Belgium

Belgium is a popular location for many reasons, your reason may be the chocolate and waffles that are made there, or you might just want to visit some of the sites the country has to offer. Even in the Winter you can visit one of the ski resorts or explore the Christmas markets that lie in nearly every city or major town.

Whatever your reason for visiting, if you choose to visit in the Winter, make sure you know the laws in the country. We have gathered all the information you may need and hopefully this blog will answer any questions you may have about hiring a car in Belgium in Winter.

Do I Need Winter Tyres In Belgium?

No, there is no law that requires you to use winter tyres when driving in Belgium. However, if you would like to have snow chains, these are available to add to your booking for just over £30 for the duration of the rental.

Can I request winter tyres in Belgium?

Yes, Winter tyres are available on request but they cost around £21 per day based on a one week hire. If you would like to add winter tyres, it is best to call us so we can talk you through the booking and avoid any confusion.

What else should I consider?

If you are going to visit some of the ski resorts, there is a chance that you will take your skis with you. Should you need to take your skis, we recommend that you hire a larger car in order to make room for your skis.

We offer cross border car hire from Belgium, meaning you can travel into any of the countries surrounding Belgium. If you plan on doing this, make sure you research the law of any country you plan on visiting. If you need winter tyres, snow chains or anything else, you must add this to your rental when you book. You are responsible for the car you are driving and if you are breaking the law you could get in trouble with the law enforcement or your insurance may be void.

We always suggest that you call us if you would like to hire a car, especially if you have specific requirements. Our team are always happy to help with any questions or concerns you may have to make your car hire experience as easy as possible.

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Are Car Rental Deposits Refundable?

January 14, 2020 Car Hire News Comments Off on Are Car Rental Deposits Refundable?
Are car rental deposits refundable

Are Car Rental Deposits Refundable?

The short answer is yes, car rental deposits are refundable. With that been said depending on the car hire supplier you book with, the length of time it takes for your deposit to be returned can differ. This is because some suppliers choose to pre authorise the payment, meaning that you are not able to spend this money, but the money is not taken from your card. The alternative is that the supplier takes the money off your card and then refunds the money to your card. The process of refunding your money usually takes 5 to 10 working days.

Can I Lower My Car Hire Deposit?

Yes, many suppliers offer different deposits for car hire. In some locations we are able to offer car hire with no deposit which is great if you don’t have a lot of money spare and can’t afford to have a large deposit held on your card. We also have several suppliers who offer car hire with a low deposit, this means you only have to pay a significantly smaller deposit than the usual large deposits.

If you would like to book a car and are not sure about the deposit, please contact us. If you are looking for no deposit or a low deposit, speak to our team and we will do our best to get the deposit as low as possible. You can contact us via call, email or by using the live chat function.

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UEFA Euro 2020, Planning England’s Route To The Final

January 9, 2020 Europe Comments Off on UEFA Euro 2020, Planning England’s Route To The Final
Euro 2020 European Locations

England are heading to the UEFA Euro 2020 finals later this year and with the young talent on show in Southgates side, the whole country has high-hopes for this squad of players.

One big difference to this years tournament is that it is being billed as pan-european, ordinarily one nation would host the finals meaning football fans from all over Europe would flock to one country, possibly two as we have seen before in 2000 when Belgium & Holland hosted together or 2012 when Poland & Ukraine did the same. This time however, Euro 2020 is being held in 12 major cities across the continent.

This means although most teams will be playing the majority group games at one location. Once the group stages are done, those who qualify for the Round of 16 could be playing in one of a few stadiums around Europe. To use England as an example, all group games are at Wembley. If they top group D, they will play group F runners up in Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. If they come 2nd in group D, they will play the runners up from group E at Copenhagen’s Parken Stadium, so don’t book any flights to Dublin just yet.

Depending on the round of 16 results, we could be in for a quarter final either in Azerbaijan, Italy, Germany or Russia!

That Means A Lot Of Travelling For The Die Hard Fan

Yes, that does mean a lot of travelling for the hardcore fan who wants to see every game their team plays, but if you consider the travelling involved at the World Cup in Brazil, USA or Russia, a couple of hops around Europe doesn’t seem that bad at all. If you do intend to travel then you know where we are for your rental car needs, we have vehicles available at all major airports in Europe, or if you intend on driving from home to tour the stadiums of Europe then we have low cost european travel and cross border options for you too.

Euro 2020, Host Cities & Fixtures

Amsterdam, Johan Cruijff ArenA
14/06/20 – Netherlands v Ukraine
18/06/20 – Netherlands v Austria
22/06/20 – Play-off winner D (A) v Netherlands
27/06/20 – Round of 16 2A v 2BBaku, Olympic Stadium
13/06/20 – Wales v Switzerland
17/06/20 – Turkey v Wales
21/06/20 – Switzerland v Turkey
04/07/20 – Quarter-final W40 v W38 (Possibly England)

Bilbao, San Mamés Stadium
15/06/20 – Spain v Sweden
20/06/20 – Spain v Poland
24/06/20 – Play-off winner B v Spain
28/06/20 – Round of 16 1B v 3A/D/E/F

Bucharest, Arena Națională
14/06/20 – Austria v Play-off winner D (A)
18/06/20 – Ukraine v Play-off winner D (A)
22/06/20 – Ukraine v Austria
29/06/20 – Round of 16 1F v 3A/B/C

Budapest, Puskás Aréna
16/06/20 – Play-off winner A (D) v Portugal
20/06/20 – Play-off winner A (D) v France
24/06/20 – Portugal v France
28/06/20 – Round of 16 1C v 3D/E/F

Copenhagen, Parken Stadium
13/06/20 – Denmark v Finland
18/06/20 – Denmark v Belgium
22/06/20 – Russia v Denmark
29/06/20 – Round of 16 2D v 2E (If England Are 2nd In Group D)

 

Download The Full Fixture List Here

 

Dublin, Aviva Stadium
15/06/20 – Poland v Play-off winner B
19/06/20 – Sweden v Play-off winner B
24/06/20 – Sweden v Poland
30/06/20 – Round of 16 1D v 2F (If England Win Group D)Glasgow, Hampden Park
15/06/20 – Play-off winner C v Czech Republic
19/06/20 – Croatia v Czech Republic
23/06/20 – Croatia v Play-off winner C
30/06/20 – Round of 16 (1E v 3A/B/C/D)

London, Wembley Stadium
14/06/20 – England v Croatia
19/06/20 – England v Play-off winner C
23/06/20 – Czech Republic v England
27/06/20 – Round of 16 1A v 2C
07/07/20 – Semi-final W46 v W45 (Possibly England)
08/07/20 – Semi-final W48 v W47 (Possibly England)
12/07/20 – Final W49 v W50 (Definitely England, It’s Coming Home)

Munich, Allianz Arena
16/06/20 – France v Germany
20/06/20 – Portugal v Germany
24/06/20 – Germany v Play-off winner A (D)
03/07/20 – Quarter-final W39 v W37 (Possibly England)

Rome, Stadio Olimpico
12/06/20 – Turkey v Italy
17/06/20 – Italy v Switzerland
21/06/20 – Italy v Wales
04/07/20 – Quarter-final W43 v W44 (Possibly England)

Saint Petersburg, Krestovsky Stadium
13/06/20 – Belgium v Russia
17/06/20 – Finland v Russia
22/06/20 – Finland v Belgium
04/07/20 – Quarter-final W41 v W42 (Possibly England)

Map Of Euro 2020 Locations

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Hiring A Car In Denmark With Winter Tyres

January 8, 2020 Denmark, winter car rental Comments Off on Hiring A Car In Denmark With Winter Tyres
Hiring A car in Holland with Winter Tyres

About Denmark

In the south of Scandinavia, you will find Denmark, with only 5.6 million people living there it still manages to pull in millions of people every year. The capital of Denmark, Copenhagen, boasts royal palaces and a colourful harbour, not to mention Tivoli amusement park and The Little Mermaid sculpture. All that is just in the capital city, the rest of the country has loads more to offer including many castles.

With such a variety of activities in Denmark, the country is great to visit all year round. In the Winter you can even enjoy skiing at one of the resorts. However, if you plan to travel in the Winter, make sure you are aware of the laws that are in place. Luckily for you, we have gathered all the information and compressed it into one blog.

Is it a legal requirement to have winter tyres?

No, in Denmark there are no areas where you are require to have Winter tyres by law, even if you are visiting a ski resort. As well as this, you are not required to carry snow chains in Denmark, however if you would like to use snow chains, they are allowed between 1st November and 15th April. If you wish to add snow chains to your booking, it will cost you just over £20 for the duration of your rental.

Can Winter Tyres Be Requested When Renting A Car In Denmark?

Yes, you can request Winter tyres when booking for just over £45 for a week, this is a good idea if you want to be as safe as possible or if you plan on travelling to another country.

What Else Do I Need To Consider?

There are a few ski resorts scattered across the country and there is a chance you may be taking your own skis. If this is you, you will need somewhere to store your skis when you are travelling. Unfortunately, we do not have ski racks available for hire at this location. Instead, we suggest that you hire a larger vehicle so you can accommodate your skis.

If you are making use of our cross border car hire, it is important you research the laws of any country you will be visiting. If it is a legal requirement to have winter tyres, snow chains or anything else in that country, it is your responsibility to arrange this. You can arrange this when you are booking your car, failure to do so could result in complications with the local law enforcement and your insurance may be void.

As always, we suggest that you call us if you are looking to book a car, especially if you have exact requirements. Our expert team can help with any of your questions or concerns to ensure you know everything you need to and have a stress-free car hire. Contact our team today!

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One Way Van Hire

January 7, 2020 Van Hire Comments Off on One Way Van Hire
One Way Van Hire

What Is One Way Van Hire?

One way van hire is when you hire a van at a location and drop the van off at a different location to the one you picked it up from. We are pleased to announce that we work with several suppliers across the UK who can offer one-way van hire.

Why Would I Want To Book One Way Van Hire?

There are several scenarios in which hiring a van and returning it to a different location will save you a lot of time and hassle. An example of this is if you are moving to a new house, as if it isn’t stressful enough, you would usually have to drive all the way back and drop the van off where you picked it up from. Furthermore, you would then need to arrange travel to return back to your new home. However, if you book one way van hire you can return the van to a location nearer to your new house.

What Locations Offer One Way Van Hire?

We work with several suppliers who can provide one way van hire, this means that we have locations across the country in the majority or major airports and cities. If you would like to book one way van hire, our team can advise you of the closest branch to your desired drop off point.

Is there an extra charge for one way van hire?

Unfortunately, there is an extra charge when you wish to drop off your van at a different location to the one you picked up from. The charge is only small and can vary depending on how far away you wish to drop off the van from the original pick up location. Even with the charge it may be cheaper to book one way van hire in comparison to paying for petrol to return the van and then paying for travel from the drop off location back to your house.

If you are interested in booking a one way van hire or want to hire a van for any other reason, you must contact our team. This allows our team to find you the best price, to save you as much money as possible. You can contact us by calling us on +44 (0)113 880 0748, emailing us at sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk or by using the live chat function.

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Top 5 Scariest Airports

January 6, 2020 Fun Stuff, Scotland, USA Comments Off on Top 5 Scariest Airports
Top 5 scariest airports

There are several people that find the whole idea of flying and being on a plane in general quite a scary thought, you haven’t seen anything yet! There are airports around the world which even the most experienced pilots find a challenge, that’s not something you want to know as a passenger believe me. Here are the top 5 scariest airports in the world… (more…)

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