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Dalaman Airport Car Hire Made Simple

Dalaman International Airport is the usual entry point for those wanting to escape the grey skies of home and visit one of Turkey s many idyllic holiday destinations, such as Marmaris and Fethiye on the Mediterranean coast. While the central areas have reasonably well developed public transport systems, connections between the villages are poor and the only way to really explore this region of Turkish Delight is to organise a Dalaman Airport Car Hire.

There are just three Dalaman Airport Car Rental Companies – Avis, Budget and Europcar – located in the arrivals hall. All provide cars which are well maintained and generally less than 8 months old, but each has its own criteria. For starters, Avis will only rent to those aged 23 or over who have held a full, clean driving licence for at least 1 year. Included in the price of the rental is unlimited mileage, vehicle licence fee, any city or airport surcharge, vehicle damage cover and theft cover (excess applies to both).

Items not covered are fuel, additional drivers and optional extras such as child seats, snow chains and satellite navigation systems, all of which can be added for a small additional. The benefit of using Avis is they have an out of hours returns policy and 24/7 breakdown assistance.

Budget Rent a Car offer a wide range of vehicles from the economy size Ford Focus through to people carriers and include local tax, collision damage waiver, theft protection, the vehicle registration fee and unlimited mileage all into the price they quote you. Again you will need to pay for optional extras and for any additional driver, but as Budget was named UK Car Rental Company of the Year 2008 by the Institute of Transport Management, you know you are in good hands.

Last but not least, Europcar. To arrange car hire at Dalaman Airport with Europcar you only need to be 21 years old, although a young driver s surcharge may be applied and on some of the sportier numbers, the age limit is higher. The quoted price includes unlimited mileage, theft and collision damage weaver (with excess), airport surcharge and VAT. It is possible to reduce the amount of this insurance excess for an extra charge of 11.8 Euros per day however. Europcar provide 24 hour roadside assistance and if you give them your flight details when booking, they will wait for you should your flight be delayed.

When collecting your Dalaman Airport Car Rental remember you will need a valid credit card (debit cards are genuinely not accepted to authorise the contract) and an additional form of ID such as your passport. Check which fuel the vehicle takes before you leave and ensure the tank is properly full if that is what is stated in the agreement.

Michelle Elkins is a regular contributor to the Dalaman Airport Guide which provides great deals on Dalaman Airport Car Hire and detailed information on facilities and services including Dalaman Airport Transfers.

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June 28, 2009

Car Hire Adventure to Faro

Another reason to sort out some car hire is that you can enjoy your own adventure of exploring but with the comfort of a car and most likely a sat nav. You can explore to your hearts content, and even if you do get lost, you will be able to get back to your accommodation again!

However if you really wish to get the best out of Faro it is always recommended that you take out some car hire in order to see everything that’s there and to allow you the freedom to organise day trips to suit your time and schedule. If you decide to opt for some self catering it is so much easier to sort out your shopping with a car, and if you are using a resort option you can “escape” from the confines and explore the bigger picture of Portugal.

Car Hire Adventure to Faro

You will be able to see the “real” Portugal in the form of little villages topped with terracotta on the coasts or the wine vineyards in the farm lands on the inner parts of the land if you organise some car hire for you and your fellow holiday makers. Another bonus when it comes to getting your own car to run around in is you won’t need to rely on public transport when wanting to get around to the activities and sight seeing you will want to be doing. Although the public transport in Faro is quite reliable you will find that coaches to tourist destinations are usually very early and very busy.

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June 25, 2009

Car Rental Online – Save Money by Booking Ahead

Chances are, you know people who have rented cars. Businesses often have preferred rent-a-car agencies but if you need to make the choice yourself, ask the opinions of people you trust.

Ask around!

There are dozens of cheap car rental agencies out there all competing for your business. Start with an internet search for your destination plus car rental. Pick half a dozen and compare their rates. Be sure to check for unlimited mileage, insurance, and roadside assistance!

Save time and hassle!

Car Rental Online – Save Money by Booking Ahead

Compare before you commit!

Car rental agencies like nothing better than a weary traveler who hasn’t planned ahead. By stepping up to the desk unprepared, an agent will put you in the car best for his business, rather than yours. By hiring online – and we love the way Budget Rent-a-Car handles this – you know you’ll get the right car. Plus, booking weekly can save you a bundle, sometimes up to 30%!

Car rental costs can vary wildly from city to city and agency to agency. To get the best car for your money, try these top tips and drive away happy.

Even using rental car coupons, surprise costs can empty your wallet fast. Hiring your car online puts all fees right in front of you, rather than slipping them in after the initial face-to-face quote. Also, be sure to check return times – costs can soar depending on the hour you return your keys.

Shop around on the internet for easily available rental car coupons. These coupons and codes enable you to save even more money by offering discounts and special offers based on the company with which you book, and the type of booking you make.

Your time is expensive. Booking online saves time and fast-tracks you through the car rental process, freeing up your valuable time. Print your reservation details from the site, present them to the agent at the desk, and you’ll have keys in your hand in no time.

Book ahead!

Avoid hidden fees!

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June 22, 2009

Follow Your Heart When Buying a Motor Boat

Buying a new motor yacht is a long emotional process. We found it very difficult to choose between so many models. It s not like buying a new laptop where you have a specification on memory, screen size, or processor. Buying a laptop, for me, came down to price really. I bought a mid priced laptop that could do all that I wanted. Now buying a motor boat was a whole different kettle of fish. It s like buying a house. We wanted something that suited our lifestyle and suited our personality. THEN, we would have to come up with the money to match that. Buying a motor boat was not a logical process. It also required visits to several marinas on the South coast of England and three visits to Italy to meet and get to understand possible editions to the family.

It was never simple. We had to really examine how we spent time on our old motor boat (Fairline Targa) and, more importantly, where we used it. We also had to consider how (in an ideal world) we wanted to involve the motor boat in our lives over the coming years. For example, propositions like having grandchildren on board next year would bring in safety issues that we may not have otherwise thought of. So buying a motor cruiser suddenly became a whole lot more complicated!

When looking at the different models, we could never compare apples for apples. There were always subtle differences that either enthused us toward a particular motor yacht model or turned us away from another.

All through the four month period of our search, an old friend always gave the same advice, follow your heart! Follow your heart, and you will find the right motor boat for you.

The criteria that I looked to meet when buying a boat was fairly simple. I looked at the overall design and line of the motor boat. If I liked it still, I looked at the performance figures. Then, I would finally look at how many people can sleep aboard. If any one or two of these boxes got ticked, I took a closer look. My wife looked at the interior and practicality of the motor boat s design. A more logical approach, I have to admit. To her, it s just a motor boat and all that matters is if we will be able to fit everyone in. This included allowing for a rather tall uncle who constantly bangs his head.

The final person included in our decision making process, our son, was mainly concerned about safety, but also wants to address the usual problems with motor boats such as noise levels and vibration, etc.

Although I lead the buying process, it was more than likely that I would have to make compromises to meet other people s needs, but I still believed that if I followed my heart, my family would also make similar compromises on those aspects they found important.

We all knew the budget, and we all knew that we would be using it in the Mediterranean, and we all knew that we wanted three cabins. That was all we could agree on. So we looked at all of the alternatives. Firstly, with the usual suspects: Fairline, Sunseeker, and Princess, all offering options on this style of open offshore cruiser. We also looked at European Manufacturers such as Azimut, Mangusta, Windy, Conam, Cranchi, and Apreamare. All offered imaginative uses of their space. Some were well above our budget, some were surprisingly below our budget. Each manufacturer had their own line and design signatures. In my opinion, Azimut and Mangusta were well ahead of the others but fell short, in my opinion, in other areas such as space below deck, some safety issues as well as being out of our budget.

Fairline, Sunseeker and Princess all fell into our budget and ticked most of our boxes. But with all of these, there was always something not quite satisfying my criteria of design, line and style, namely the Phwoar factor. The other manufacturers gave imaginative solutions but seemed to fall short on build quality and finish. Another motor boat, the Conam 48, came substantially under budget whilst offering three cabins and good performance. This had me seriously thinking about it for a whole week and almost became a serious contender. My heart then told me that I would worry about resale value. More importantly, my own elitist views on owning a boat that I could be proud of and proud to be seen on. I wanted a Mercedes Benz not Ford Mondeo.

I found myself in a funny situation. I had three good options to choose from, all of them good with good customer care packages and good reputations, but none of them had the spark that I needed to ignite my passion in them. They were all good but no Phwoar.” They were all good brands but none of them created a statement of individuality.

Then, soon after, my skipper called me from Italy. And told me that he had found THE boat that would satisfy me and my family s needs -style, line, within budget, build quality, safety, practicality and imaginative use of space. He gave me the website, www.gianettiyachts.co.uk, and advised me that we could have a sea trial the following week in Italy. He had visited the boat yard, had taken one of their boats out and fell in love. The boat builder was called Gianetti Yachts and had been manufacturing motor yachts for 30 years with an excellent pedigree. I was slightly dubious and asked him about the company because I had never heard of them. His answer was simple and clear: he had said they make twenty motor boats a year and did not spend millions on marketing. All of their sales come from word of mouth and repeat business. The line of the motor boat was uniquely beautiful. Follow your heart, he said, you have to have a look.

I found out that their 55 foot model had four cabins which not only fit our budget, but also handsomely suited all of our needs. I booked my 28 flight to Viareggio for the following week. Taking the time to see this very well kept secret was the best decision I had made during the whole boat buying process. I arrived in Viareggio to find that it was full of Italian designed boats and realised what the English built motor boats all lacked, the X factor. Italian design is in a separate league to British design as with most things Italian, for example cars, architecture, furniture, shoes, ice cream.

Upon arrival at the boat yard, I saw astounding images wherever I looked. I saw craftsmen taking pride in their product. I saw boats being built by hand with care and attention to detail. The three boats that were in production were the pride of everyone in the boat yard. Each boat had its own production manager, each with over twenty five years of boat building experience, overseeing every detail of the boat s construction. I then was shown a finished 55 in the water and got a chance to see the high specification levels of the interiors. I was astounded by quality of the finish throughout. For instance, granite or marble worktops as standard instead of marble effect worktops. Solid wood units instead of laminates or veneers. Porcelain sinks instead of moulded plastic all done with Italian flair. We then took her for a spin. Then I realised that I had found The One.

At 30 knots, the builder then told me that the engine bay was doubly lined to prevent engine noise in the cockpit. I then realised that he didn t need to shout this, he just spoke whilst doing 30 knots. In our Fairline at that speed, we would have definitely needed to shout.

Everything about the boat was ergonomic. From the chart plotter to the fridge, everything was where I wanted it.

I met the head of the company and realised that it was a family business. A very successful family business that was very happy with its product range, the levels of quality and its financial status. They did not aspire to be a mass producer of boats. They wanted to build as good a boat as they possibly could. I realised that these family built boats were stylish, immaculately finished and presented. They offered the highest standard of build quality with practical solutions to clients specific requirements. I realised that if I bought one of these boats, they would be building for me and only me all within my budget and my time scale.

Now I could have bought a Fairline, Princess or whoever but they did not give me 100% of what my heart wanted which is all of the things they I have talked about, 100% of what I saw that day to Viareggio at Gianetti Boat Yard. Take a look at their website and take the time to visit them in Italy.

I am not writing this to assert that they have the best boat in the world. I am writing this to say that they have the best boat in the world for me. So whatever criteria you have, you need to take the time to look at all of the options of motor boats. Some options you might not be too familiar with. They are out there and perhaps you can find a boat in a small boat yard that ticks more of your boxes than the usual brands. Buying a boat is a very important purchase and should not be limited to the usual options. After taking the time to find my magnificent motor yacht, I know that I have found the right boat for me. So follow your heart.

Peter Thornton owns a car hire marketing firm called Vroom Vroom Vroom and absolutely loves the boats built by Robert Gianetti, the owner of Gianetti Yachts.

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June 20, 2009

How to Locate Good Car Rental Specials

If you do not own a private car and you have to go through a very important travel opportunity, chances are that you have to rent a car as early as you can. It might sound as an expensive option but one way to cut off expenses is to be on a lookout for special offers and great discounts. This way, you do not lose a travel opportunity and a good deal of bucks. If you look further and come across several car rental companies, you can always spot one that is fit for your travel needs and fit to your paying ability as well. Several rental companies have considered this dilemma and have tried to hit that level by offering very affordable rates.

Getting a Car Rental Through Airlines

One way of scouring for a good car rental special is to get in touch with anyone from the airline. There are airport deals that offer inclusion of airfare, along with renting a car. This may very well help you cut off your projected expenses. This is possible because airline companies also consider the need of car rentals as a vital part of your travel plans. It is as neat as it sounds because rental specials like these are very convenient on the part of a weary traveler.

Getting a Car Rental Through Hotels

Your next stop for inquiry is hotels that serve as your drop-off point during your travel. Often times, car rental companies are have good relationship with hotels in the city. This tie-up is very healthy because the sooner auto rental companies get hold of customers, hotels become an immediate benefactor as well, and vice versa. Plus, customers need not to worry about getting to the nearest hotel or the best rent-a-car. As soon as you decide on which hotel you will be staying, ask if they can provide for a car rental service to get you transported from one place to another. Renting a car through hotels is a good idea.

If you have tried both options and is still unsatisfied with your finds, know that you can always ask around. There are a lot of automobile rental companies that are strategically scattered all over the city and as you might have known, they are equally eager to provide good service to you. If you get in touch with any of them, ask if they have some special offer for you. Some rent-a-car specials are not advertised and you will never know unless you ask them. After all, after a hard day’s research, you are sure to find the company that sure fits the bill.

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June 10, 2009

Car Rental Tips For Your Next Vacation

My final tip I want to go over is checking the fuel tank on the vehicle that you rent. Make sure you know the fuel level on the rental car. Also make sure that you have the person from the car rental company write it down. Their policy might be for you to return the car with a full tank of gas but if they only give it to you with a quarter tank of gas, that isn’t very fair is it? No of course not.

That leads me into my second car rental tip. If you have your own car insurance check to see what kind of coverage it includes when you rent a car. Getting the car rental insurance is one of the biggest scams going. Ok well it is not really a scam, it is legit, they just inflate the price on you. If you have your own car insurance that covers the basics when you rent a car you do not need to get the car rental company’s insurance. Save the extra $25 to $100 per day they will charge you.

When I returned the car the following day it came time to pay the bill. Much to my shock and amazement the car that I had rented for what I though would be “x” amount dollars turned out to be “x” amount dollars plus “x” amount of dollars more. In other words there were hidden fees.

Before you return the car make sure the gas level is at where it was when you picked the car up. The car rental company adds on anywhere from $0.10 to $0.20 per gallon extra on top of the current days gas prices. Since gas is already at an all time high, I doubt you want to pay anymore than you have to. So put gas in it before you get back to the car rental agency.

So make sure they know that if you get it with a quarter tank of gas they are getting it back with a quarter tank of gas. Chances are that will not happen especially if you rent from a reputable car rental company. If you try a fly by night place you take some major chances on a lot of services.

Car Rental Tips For Your Next Vacation

This brings me to tip number one. Check all of the fine print when it comes to renting a vehicle. You would be surprised what they hide in there. Most of the time your larger companies such as Enterprise, Hertz and Avis put everything up front and only tack on additional fees for services that you request that will cost extra such as insurance.

On a recent trip to Indiana I needed to rent a car. Prior to my trip I looked online at various car rental companies. I compared prices for the sized vehicle I needed. Since it was only me and a friend I opted for a full sized car, which turned out to be an Impala.

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June 7, 2009

Holidays – Sightseeing in Spain

Spain has long been praised for its exhilarating and active night life, with visitors enjoying the bars and night clubs in such cities as Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and especially Madrid.

As well as the above “hotspots”, Spain is also home to Benicassim. The four day festival has soared in popularity over the years because of the guaranteed sun, and all night acts. To top it off the festival ends with a huge beach party.

Spain has much more to offer than an excellent night life though. It presents a strong sense of its own identity ornamented with an astonishing religious history which has resulted in a country rich with breathtaking cathedrals and palaces, gorgeous rolling landscapes and a vibrant culture of art, dance, and outstanding architecture.

Firstly there is “La Sagrada Familia”, a colossal Roman Catholic temple and museum, which has been in construction for over a century.

Over the years La Sagrada Familia has been the architectural project of many influential figures, each adding their own ideas and mythologies to the temple.

Like many other architectural masterpieces throughout Barcelona, it’s a must-see for any visitor.

Situated next to the “La Catedral” in Seville is a royal palace “El Alcazar”. The palace dates back to 1364, when it was built for “Pedro the cruel” and his mistress, Mar a de Padilla.

The gothic elements added by Charles V, contrast beautifully with the distinctly Islamic elements that Pedro incorporated. This has resulted in a palace that it considered one of the best remaining examples of mud jar architecture.

There is an abundance of breathtaking sites throughout Spain for you to enjoy when on your holidays, some other notable examples include:

  • The “Garden of Conception”
  • Catedral de Toledo
  • The Sanctuary of Santa Mar a Magdalena
  • The Guggenheim Museum

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