Ash Cloud Strikes Again
A fresh cloud of volcanic ash from Eyjafjallajokull in Iceland has led to the cancellation of flights across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Severe delays are expected as a no-fly zone was imposed...
View ArticlePlanes Take To Skies Amidst Warnings About Further Disruption
Airports across Britain and Ireland reopened yet again this morning amidst warnings that the volcanic ash cloud may continue to cause disruption through the summer months. By 9 a.m this morning all...
View ArticleSummer Holidays at Mercy of Ash Cloud
The British Met Office is warning that travel disruption caused by the eruption of the Eyjafjallajokull volcano in Iceland could continue right into the summer. There is no way of predicting which way...
View ArticleAirlines Given All Clear (For The Moment)
The volcanic ash that has disrupted air travel across Europe over the last month is clearing due to the volcano losing power and a change in wind direction. This comes as a great relief to the travel...
View ArticleBeginning of the End for Ash Disruption?
Flight restrictions over Europe look set to be reduced as a new Time Limited Zone (TLZ) is introduced. This new ‘zone’ will allow planes to travel at higher ash densities than was previously allowed....
View ArticleWhat is Excess Insurance?
Your car rental agreement usually includes cover for Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft. However, you are still liable for the excess on both the CDW and Theft. What this basically means is if...
View ArticleSecond Icelandic Volcano About to Blow?
A sister volcano of Eyjafjallajökull in Iceland is showing signs that it may be about to erupt. Katla, a much larger volcano has been the subject of much speculation since Eyjafjallajökull began...
View ArticleBook Your Summer Car Hire Now (Before It’s Too Late)
Time is running out for travellers to book their summer car hire. Industry experts are reiterating warnings about car hire shortages as many of the major European tourist destinations look set to face...
View ArticleUK Wastes £800 Million Per Year on Car Hire Excess Insurance
The Guardian newspaper has reported that UK consumers are wasting £800 million each year by buying car hire excess insurance from car rental firms rather than arranging cover in advance. Want to know...
View ArticleDriving Laws Abroad
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) is advising drivers to familiarize themselves with the rules of the road at their intended holiday destination. According to the institute “Roundabouts,...
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