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Please browse below to find great value deals for airport hotels, lounges, secure parking, holiday insurance, airport transfers, car hire and foreign currency.  Save yourself time and money by pre-booking now with these leading suppliers!

Along with useful links to travel information sites such as the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Secure Airport & Port Parking
Leave your car for the duration of your holiday in the comfort it is secure with 24 hour security. Book now save money and guarantee yourself a space.

Airport Hotels
Start your holiday in true comfort, without the worry of the delays to the airport on the day of your flight.

UK Cruise Transfers
Cruise transfer specialists Ports Direct are geared to offer UK cruise passengers Nationwide Hub to Port and Door-to-Door cruise transfer services. With coverage of all cruise ship departures from Dover, Harwich, and Southampton cruise terminals, the Ports Direct service is geared to offer UK cruise passengers a stress free transport solution on their outward and return connections. Ports Direct are able to offer a range of vehicles depending on passenger numbers from a saloon car to a fleet of executive coaches.

Our drivers will handle all of your luggage at your chosen pick up location and ensure a porter is at hand to check your luggage in at the ship terminal. For your return journey your driver will be waiting at the arrivals hall of the terminal holding a Ports Direct name board clearly displaying your name ready for your return transfer.

With a wealth of experience in the land transport sector, Ports Direct is backed by a comprehensive and professional safety scheme which ensures it’s carriers are carefully monitored and quality checked to deliver a first class cruise transfer service at all times. Where passenger numbers are low Ports Direct may transfer Door to Door passengers direct to the port without the need for the coach hub pickup. All transfers are guaranteed to operate with Ports Direct, even when passenger numbers are low.

Ports Direct

Airport Hotels with Parking
Combine a pre holiday hotel with your car parking and make fantastic savings. Many airport hotels now offer a combined package of hotel stay with inclusive holiday car parking, these can offer great savings when compared to car parking costs alone.

Airport Lounges
Stop waiting around busy airport terminals and enjoy the start of your holiday with that extra comfort an airport lounge brings. Relax in first class comfort, with drinks and snacks included.

Airport & Resort Transfers
No transfer once you arrive at your given destination? Let us help you organise a transfer from airport to resort and back, don’t have the worry of finding local currency and a taxi driver. We can help you pre book a taxi or even cheaper shuttle bus so you can arrive at the airport carefree.

Car Hire
Car hire is a very competitive, which means there are so many places to choose from when looking to hire a car for your holiday. We have teamed up with some of the leading car hire companies to give you a good choice covering a wide range of destinations around the world. Click on the website link below for more information and to make a booking.

Find The Best Car Hire Deal

Travel Insurance & Cruise Insurance
It's essential you travel fully insured. We have teamed up with Specialist Insurance Provider CFIS, contact them for a tailored quote for all you requirements on 01628 631713 or read more by clicking here - More About CFIS Cruise Insurance.

Also click here to see our review on travel insurance by BIBA (British Insurance Brokers Association)

European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) entitles the holder to free or discounted medical treatment in any EU country plus Switzerland (it replaced the old E111 card).

Please note it is not a substitute for travel insurance, as medical cover can be very limited.
Nonetheless, it’s a useful safety net and travel insurers often request it, meaning you mightn't need to pay an excess when claiming. It's available for free on the web, from Post Offices or call 0845 606 2030.

Excursions & Activities
Why not organise some of your holiday with booking a number of fantastic excursions before you go, ensuring a great price and unforgettable memories whilst on your holiday. Working with one of the leading suppliers in this field DoSomeThingDifferent.com you can be assured their excursions are cheaper than resort using only reliable handpicked suppliers. With tours becoming more popular very year avoid disappointment, especially in peak seasons when tours sell out regularly.

Useful Contacts
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Travel advice, global warnings, customs, safety etc.

UK Passport Office
Advice on Passport applications and visas etc.

ABTA Website
Association of British Travel Agents. Peace of mind for holiday makers

ATOL Website
Protecting you against an operator ceasing to trade.

TTA Website
The Travel Trust Association.

Holiday Weather
Check the latest forecast with the World Weather service from the BBC.

 





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