Flying With Your Baby

Young mother and her baby boy traveling by plane.

Just the thought of travelling with a baby can be daunting. Being prepared can make the whole experience stress free or less stressful. 

Flying is not a pleasant experience for many of us and flying with a baby can magnify the stress. If you are flying with your baby for the first time then it can be daunting. 

However it should not have to be so over whelming that you postpone your travelling plans. We have gathered some helpful tips for you to survive your first flight with your baby. 

Packing

Try to pack what baby needs in your hand luggage. Enough nappies, wet wipes, bibs, toys , change of clothes, feeding bottles and formulas. If you are breast feeding your baby then the things you need as well. Have plenty of back up in your main luggage but pack enough for the flight and till you go the hotel after landing. 

Choose the right luggage 

Choose a luggage with four wheels instead of two wheels. It is easy to maneuver while you carry your baby in the harness. These four wheel luggage can be easily move around the airport. 

Feeding

Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle-feeding your baby, feeding your baby during take-off and landing is the best time. Their sucking motion helps to equalise baby’s ears during the process and help alleviate pain in a their ears.

Choosing the right flight

Study your baby’s sleeping patterns and book the flight if possible for these times. Your baby will be sleeping through out the flight time and it will make your time less stressful. Also take your bathroom break before take off so you will not have to leave your baby and go. 

Choose an aisle seat so you can get up and walk easily if you have to settle your baby. Also it is easy for you to go the toilet for a nappy change. It is less disruptive for other passengers. 

Flying with your baby is a challenge, but not impossible. Hope some of these tips will help you to have a comfortable flight with your baby.

Finally, drive your family to the airport on the day of your flight. Leave your car with an airport car parking service. Drive to the airport and leave your car with a driver to park in their car park. Meet and Greet airport parking is the most hassle free option when you fly with your baby. 

Enjoy your time with your baby and don’t forget these tips on your way back.

HEATHROW AIRPORT’S CHEAPEST CAR PARKING

Looking for the best deal on a car parking Space at Heathrow Airport? There are many comparison websites and car parks. So how do you know which one offers the best rates for Heathrow Airport Parking. Also how to check whether they will take a good care of your vehicle.

Before choosing a car park, first you have to decide whether you are going to park at Heathrow Airport itself or an off site car park. Off site car parks have two options one is the Park and ride which offers the shuttle service. The other service is the Meet and Greet.

OFF-SITE PARKING

Off-site parking is normally less than half the price of the official airport long-term car park.

Prices vary from one car park to the other and the duration.

Do not be in hurry and book if you see an add which offers a cheaper rate for 2 days. It does not mean it is cheaper on other days. Always do your research and find the cost for the number of days you need parking. Compare the airport parking on before you confirm.

Even if one car park is the cheapest for a two days stay, it doesn’t mean it’ll also be the cheapest for a week-long stay – always do your research. Go till the last page and see whether there are any surcharges. Sometimes car parks include the airport access fee in the price and some do not. There are other charges as well, card fee, Booking fees, commissions, Shuttle bus fee. Therefore check the rates  by going to the payment page to see the final cost.

Most off-site car parks provide undercover parking at an extra charge. This may save you some money on a car wash if the car park is in a muddy ground.

Some might offer advance payment discounts, it’s best to check the cancellation policy – some car parks or products may provide full or partial refunds if you give them enough notice. Read the cancelation policy  of the product/car park before you confirm. If there is a cancellation cover, get this. usually its no more than £2.

You’ll also have to leave your car key with most off-site car parks. Specially if you choose meet and greet as the driver has to take the car out of the airport.

HEATHROW AIRPORT PARKING

If you really look for the convenience of parking at the airport, then try to pre book your space than looking for a available slot on the day. You may even get a discount for booking in advance.

Airport charges for parking depending on the time of drop off and pick up. If you see less rate for a specific days check again entering your times to see whether you get the same rate.

Unlike the off site car parks, the shuttle bus do not run on demand. There are fix times so check the time table of this before you book so you have plenty of time to catch your flight.

Compare the rates to what you’d pay for Heathrow Airport parking, and you can see why people make the effort to park elsewhere on their travels.

5 REASONS TO USE OFF-SITE AIRPORT PARKING AT SOUTHEND AIRPORT

Let’s be frank and say this loud. Airport Parking is not that easy and it’s actually a nightmare. What are the options left out for you to park your car? There are many stories running on local news papers where customers had to pay a fine of nearly £ 30,000, because the car park had just parked it in a public place.

Such stories you hear can actually make you not to park your car when you go on holidays. Or you may want to  pay more and go in a taxi to the airport. Many holiday travelers think that the only way to park is at the Airport it self and your car is 100% secure.

When you look beyond the fears, you will realize that on-airport parking is expensive, time-consuming and you really don’t know who is keeping an eye on your vehicle while you are away over seas.  This is why you should choose the offsite airport parking at the 9 airports Merry Parking offers is a great idea.

Wondering why we say Merry Parking is the answer to all your concerns when it comes to airport parking?

SAFETY MEASURES 

Its common knowledge that the Travellers want to know that their vehicles are safe and secure when they’re travelling. If you choose Park and Ride at Southend Airport Parking then you will be able see the car park as you will be driving to the car park to park it.

Some car parks have take steps to implement high security on the site but not running these 24 hours 365 days. This is calling for trouble as it gives an opportunity for robbers and vandals. They can easily hunt through the car park and do any kind of a damage, even steal vehicles or vehicle body parts.

Off-site parking at Southend Airport Parking is at its best . The car park been given the park mark award by Trading Standards. It’s ONLY given when you meet certain security requirements and maintain those throughout. During the accreditation process, police assessors recommend changes that are known to deter offenders, such as perimeter fencing, surveillance and bright lighting.

PARK AND RIDE

You may think its so easy to park the car at the Southend car park long stay but you will realize that you are driving to the farthest end to find a parking spot and feel like you  are going on another trip as its so big. Then you need to take your luggage and walk all the way to the check in counters.

If you choose the Park and Ride  then you can self park. Which means you can just park the vehicle and take the shuttle bus to the airport. No need to waste your time looking for parking spot. If its necessary to move the vehicle then the drivers at the car park will do the needful and they will keep the car ready (easy to find) on the day you come back to collect it.

Don’t need to spend time on looking for a spot, just park and go. There is absolutely no need to take chances on spare parking spot when you can book the  parking on our online booking engine. You can pre book the a spot so you know exactly how much you pay. Once its reserved you can happily ticket it off your list and concentrate on your trip abroad.

DISCOUNTS ON AIRPORT PARKING

Is the discounts are actually real? Well with Merry Parking it is indeed. We give away discounts code to our loyal customers through out the year. Take advantage of these offers. Sign up for Merry Parking News letter. Click on the link,  enter your email address in the bottom. “Join Us and Start Earning Discounts!” Get the cheap Southend Airport Parking deals now!

SPEND MORE TIME ON YOUR HOLIDAYS PLANS NOT ON PARKING

There is no need to stress out and worry about the minor things like parking and safety of the vehicle. Leave that all us and use the off-site parking at Southend Airport. After all this is about your holiday! so you should plan on your holiday not airport parking.

CONVENIENT LOCATION

Car park and Southend Airport is located less than 2 miles away from the airport. So may be calling it “off-site” airport parking at Southend is misleading. The shuttle bus which runs for the Park and Ride is on-demand so no waiting times. We will help you to load the bags and take you to the airport.

If you do not want to getting into the shuttle bus and travel back to the airport then choose our meet and greet airport parking at Southend Airport. Drive straight away to the airport terminal and we will send a driver to pick the vehicle from you at the same place. Vehicle will be safely parked at the car park and will be bringing back to you to the terminal when you come back from your trip.

When it comes to convenient Southend airport parking, consider using Merry Parking car parks. You will be surprised just how stress-free your trip will be when you don’t have to worry about parking your car! For further information, or to make a booking, contact Merry Parking.

HOW TO FLY IN BUSINESS CLASS FOR LESS

If you have not flew in Business Class then let me tell you this;

You feel very energetic, refreshed, relaxed when you finally arrive at the destination rather trying to rush out of the aircraft for more space when you fly in economy class.

There is a dramatic impact on how you feel, end of the journey and you are looking forward for the next trip.

Any part of the world the Business class tickets are much expensive and its considered Luxury which can be afford by few. Our team at Merry Parking – Meet & Greet Airport Parking have listed, how you can enjoy this luxury at a minimal cost.

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

If you have not travelled in Business Class ever and want to experience then book your trip to the next state or city with your domestic airline. Rather than taking the train, coach or even traveling by your own vehicle. The domestic flights are cheaper compare to international flight prices and the Business Class tickets are fairly cheaper and affordable.

REDEEM YOUR FLY MILES

If you have used a one airline for all your flights then you would have earned loyalty points which are redeemable. Collect these points and redeem to book Business Class tickets. If the points are not enough then you can pay the balance by cash or credit but the amount you actually spend is much less as you are not paying the whole price.

LUCKY DUCKY

Some airlines upgrade their frequent flyers air tickets if there are availability in the Business Class. For you to benefit on this then you better be the first passenger to check in. If you are flying because of a special occasion such as Honeymoon, Celebrate a birthday, mention these and let your travel agent know so they could pass on this information to your airline.

DISCOUNTED RATES/OFFERS

Time to time airlines are giving away discounted rates, or members only booking periods. Wait for these promotional emails and plan your trip. If you are benefiting discounted rates and why not book the Business Class. Do not compare the economy class tickets on this as it will remind you how cheap the economy class ticket after the discounted rates. Straight away check the Business class tickets as you are getting a discounted rate.

MIXED CLASS AIR TICKETS

Perhaps you may have not heard of this type of tickets but it exists. If you are taking an international flight which has one or more transits then you can request your airline to give you a mixed class ticket. This way you can fly part of your journey in Business class and the rest in Economy class. You are not paying for the whole flight a higher price and you can choose which part of the journey you can afford to book the Business Class.

Hope these tricks will give the opportunity to book your Business class tickets and help you reduce stress on your next holiday. There are other ways to relax and enjoy your trip. Why not book airport parking and drive to the airport at your leisure. No need to adjust your time as per public transport or beg your neighbour/friend to drop you to the airport. Choose our Airport Parking facilities at below airports.

Heathrow Meet and Greet Airport Parking (serve all 5 Terminals)

Gatwick Meet and Greet Airport Parking (serve all 2 Terminals)

Luton Meet and Greet Airport Parking

Bristol Meet and Greet Airport Parking

Manchester Meet and Greet Airport Parking (Serve all 3 Terminals)

Stansted Meet and Greet/Park and Ride Airport Parking

Liverpool Meet and Greet/Park and Ride Airport Parking

Southend Meet and Greet/Park and Ride Airport Parking

Birmingham Meet and Greet Airport Parking

CONSIDER THESE BEFORE YOU BUY THE TRAVEL INSURANCE.

It’s the beginning of the end of the year and all of you may have already planned your holidays or may be waiting for the year end bonus to go on a holiday.

There is lot to organize, Air ticket, Hotel Accommodation, Airport Parking, Car Rental, Airport Lounge, etc… What about “Travel Insurance”? This may not be the most exiting part of the holiday but the most important and essential matter. Expect the unexpected. So be ready for things to go wrong and let the insurance ease off the trouble for you.

Do not just be satisfied with any insurance policy your travel agent or your airline company or your credit card merchant, offers sometimes free of charge.

Cover your expensive items!

Check what are the items in your luggage covered by the insurer. They may mentioned such equipments such as cameras, laptops, iPad, covered but there would restrict by having a capped amount. Perhaps it will say you need to upgrade for a premium policy to cover such items. Read carefully and clarify with the insurance agent to see whether the equipments you take are covered by the insurance policy.

Medical Expense

This is the most important things a traveller should look for. You may be going to a destination you have not gone before so there is a chance of encountering new things you have not experience before. Therefore look for the coverage of such and also whether it covers the pre-existing medical conditions.

Rent a car Excess

If you are planning on renting a car instead of taking public transport then check whether your rent a car is covered  by the same policy.

Holiday Activities

The place you are going for the holiday may offer adventurous activities such as elephant riding, Kayaking, moped rides, fence fighting. Incase you get injured by any of these activities, better to know that your insurance cover provide for such activities.

Cancellation Cover

Even though we plan our holiday well in advance by getting the best deals and promotions, some family emergence or a sickness can cause you to cancel the whole trip or postpone to a later date.

If you have taken advantage of Non Refundable tickets/offers then your travel agent will not be able to offer at least a partial refund. But having a cancellation cover you will be able to recover some money.