Luxury Travel for Less

You heard about Luxury Travel. You have seen other people going on Luxury Travel, thanks to social media. Have you wonder or say to your self “If I am rich..I could have done the same”.  Well.. who says you need to be super rich to go on a Luxury holiday.. Hope this guidelines will help you to plan your holiday with all the best of everything.

Choose a Cheap 5-Star Destination

When you look for a destination, think of a nation first.  Select a nation where your money purchases a considerable measure. At that point discover the luxury experience inside it. If you thinking of North America then scratch that idea and consider Central America.

If  Europe is your destination, the east is certainly less expensive than the west. Consider Budapest, Hungary; Prague, Czech Republic; or Krakow, Poland. Consider nations like Slovenia, Croatia, or Romania. Venture to every part of the border of Western Europe as opposed to the middle. Destinations that are more remote from the middle have a tendency to be more affordable.

Go-Less Central and Less Touristy

Capital city of any country is expensive and far more commercialised as well. Governments may have implemented rules for minimum charges or they would have implemented city taxes. Even the local community may have come to agreements to maintain a standard rate for every thing. By remaining outside the city you can get a genuine experience of it country life.

In less popular tourist area, you will probably get more for less amount of money.

Choose the Destination That Has Cheaper Flights

The direct flights are much cheaper than getting to your destination via connecting flights. Therefore look for destinations which has direct flights from your airport. Spending less on your flights will help you to increase your budget to spend on hotels, excursions and indulge your self in Luxury items.

Watch for the Deals around You

Whether its flights, hotel accommodation set alerts to receive the deals and sales promotions. Hey you can always save more on your meet and greet airport parking Heathrow with Merry Parking! But you can get further discounts by subscribing to our News letter or following us on social media. Either its Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, G+ you can stay tune for the airport parking deals.

The Best Alternative for Luton Airport Parking

Your Family holiday this Christmas season is fast approaching. Probably you would have bought a set of new luggage, and latest travel gad-jets. All set to catch your flight, but you still have one final problem to solve. Should you go to Luton Airport Parking and Park your vehicle in the Short stay or long stay car park? It sounds like the best solution isn’t it? Think again. Explore the other transport options available.  You to make it to your flight on time without burning whole in your pocket.

LUTON AIRPORT CARPARKING

Let’s begin with the obvious. Aren’t you  happy to load up the car with the new luggages, hit the M1 or M25. Then park at Luton airport it self. Sounds easy enough! but where are you going to park? Short stay or long stay and where exactly.. If you choose the Long stay then you need to wait for the shuttle bus to take you to the arrival terminal. So Short stay it is! But are you qualified for the short stay? and are you ready to pay £ 49 for each day?  Ok then Long stay it is! Free shuttle runs every 15 minutes and it take another 10 minutes to the terminal (depending on traffic) and £ 23 for each day! It is a bewildering selection.

The option that comes to mind when we think of Luton airport car parking is the long-stay option. Compare the per day charge you opted for the less price. However be prepared to drive around for ages looking for a vacant space. It could be very frustrating to haul your luggage to the shuttle in and out. You will ended up paying roughly £ 190 for a week. Parking closer to the terminal is easy as it’s just few minutes walk to the check in desk. The price tag you are looking is approximately £ 390 per week. Phew!

PUBLIC TRANSPORT & OTHER OPTIONS

If you do not want to drive to the airport, well there are other options for that as well. A taxi from your home to Luton airport. You can prebook your taxi and for a family of 4 it will cost roughly £ 85 (one way) from Northamptonshire without any luggages. Price vary on the number of luggages you take. Alternatively, you could take an Uber. Every country it operates, they manage to acquire a large market share. But the longevity of the company is in question. Recently Uber lost the license to operate in London.

If taxi is out then you still let the train take the strain. You have to make to your local train station before enjoying the crowded trains. If you are lucky it will be a short walk if not its another taxi ride to your station. You may have to change trains and navigate platforms with luggage. Don’t forget the stairs, escalators. You have to allow time for the shuttle bus transfer if you get down at Luton Airport Parkway. If not another taxi from your station to the airport.

LUTON AIRPORT PARKING WITH MERRY PARKING

As you can see, the above options are a perfect blend of high-costs or backbreaking luggage hauling. The alternative is driving your own car and choosing a car park with Merry Parking. We feature a range of affordable parking options that include many added benefits . Choose from Luton Premium Valet, or Terminal Parking – Luton, or Super Saver Luton where you drive in, hand the keys over at the terminal it self. Driver park it for you and bring the vehicle back to the terminal.. Our cheapest option which is the Super Saver – Luton is £ 34 for a week! Subscribe to our newsletter or be part of our member club. Either way you can save more. Not only we offer cheap airport parking at Luton. 

All Luton airport parking options come with the 24/7 staffed and security monitored facility which is open 365 days a year. No hauling luggage , no waiting for shuttle buses, no need to look for a parking space. Just drive to the terminal and walk to the checking counter.

So remove the hassle and stress from your holiday by choosing to park with Merry Parking!

Pre-Holiday Do List

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If you are a person who has a Do List for everything.. then you may already have a Holiday do list. But some of the points we discuss over hear may come in handy for sure. Isn’t it wise to be prepared rather than feel sorry later on. Sometimes just a one point you over see could ruin your entire holiday. Unexpected flight delays or weather are hard to prevented. However there are situations which is possible to avoid. Havin some time to consider every aspect and put it in a check list is all it takes!

Do you have valid Passport?

How many passengers get to know that they need to renews their passports when they try to check in? Too many.  Some airlines request to fill passport details. You are in luck if your airline asks for this so you can figure this at the very beginning. Expired passport will create a number of problems and could even prevent you from flying.

Visa is required to enter to the destination then  some countries may deny entry if your passport is about to expire. Usually within six months – of the travel date. In order to avoid situations like this, it is best to make sure the passport is valid and up to date.

Keep all the Confrimations together and in order

Everything can easily arranged by using the finger tips! You no longer need to walk in to a travel agency so you may be doing lot of booking and reservations. Flight bookings, hotel reservation, purchasing attraction tickets, booking your meet and greet airport parking, tours and hire vehicles.

Once your receive the confirmations, write down the reference numbers and print all the vouchers/tickets. Take a folder and file it as the order you need. No point writing down these numbers and filing if you forget to take this with you. So add to your check list to carry this file.

Pack your Medicine

If you are under medication then purchase enough plus extra for you to take with you. Buying medicine over board could you be expensive and sometimes you may find it difficult find your brand overseas. Try not to take the exact quantity you need. If there is a flight delay or decides to extend the holiday.. sometimes one of your loved once may want to surprise you.. so take extra and  pack it separately.

Keep someone informed of your Holiday

There is no need to announce the whole word about the travel plans. However keep someone informed of your travel plans. If necessary give a file of your confirmations, travel itinerary, copies of the passports. This is very important if you are traveling alone. Check out post for Helpful Travel Tips for the Solo traveller. 

While you are on holiday… your travel plans may change so keep this person informed of any changes..

Hope this Holiday do list will come in handy for you.

BEST AIRPORT PARKING OPTION FOR LUTON AIRPORT PARKING

When you look for airport parking at London Luton, you will see there are many car parks. These car parks has different types of products at different prices. Price difference are due to many reasons and if you look carefully you will know the difference. Not all the products are for everyone looking for Luton Airport Parking.

We have listed down the differences and which product to choose.

CHEAPEST LUTON AIRPORT PARKING:

The most cheapest are “Super Saver”, “Non Flex” products. However please note that you cannot amend, or get a refund for these if you cancel.

• BOOKING IN ADVANCE:

If you are booking the airport parking more than 3 months in advance then always go for the standard products. You can amend as you want in case your travel plans change and you will get at least partial refund, depending on the cancellation policy.

• NOT REALLY SURE OF YOUR TRAVEL PLANS: 

Always book the premium products, as you can change the details. The cancellation fee is very minimum for these products compare to other and most of the time, you are eligible to purchase the “Cancellation Cover” which allows you to get a full refund. (See the terms and conditions)

Recently  Ryanair canceled their flights and Monarch Airlines ceased trading, stranding over 30,000 holiday makers. For those who booked Luton airport parking with the cancellation cover manager to received the full amount due to this.

• MOST SECURE OPTION:

In the car park facilities, look for the “Park Mark Award” icon. These car parks have the Trading Standards approval for maintaining high level security measures at their car parks. “Buy With Confidence”, “Airport Approval” car parks also highly recommendable. However it is not the most cheapest.

• CLOSEST TO THE AIRPORT: 

This is not really an important fact to consider, if you are getting “Meet and Greet” service. As your driver will collect/deliver the vehicle at the Terminal.

However if you have chosen “Park and Ride” option then reserving a car park closest to the airport has its advantage of saving more time. It will be a quick trip in the shuttle bus and it may be free of charge or a minimum amount as its close by to the airport.

HOW TO KEEP YOUR SELF BUSY AT HEATHROW AIRPORT?

Heathrow airport is one of the busiest airport in UK and in the world as well. Having 5 Terminals makes it one of the biggest airports as well. At the moment Terminal 1 is not in operations but the other four are functioning.

RETAIL THERAPY 

At any given time , shopping is one of the relaxing and joyful thing to do. (may be expect Christmas time ) There are plenty of options at Heathrow. However planning the time you spend at Heathrow is very important as some shops are are not accessible after Security clearance. No matter what you purchase you can collect Heathrow points on almost everything. Even you can earn points when you exchange currency at the airport.

Did you know that below services are available at Heathrow Airport?

1. Reserve and collect – You can reserve the items you want before you fly and collect it at the airport. We think this is a smart thing to do, so you will not get disappointed if there is no stock. The staff will make sure to reserve your goodies.
2. Pay and Collect later – Sometimes the shops you see on your departure may not be at the Arrival sections. If so you have to buy and carry all the items along your holiday. But at Heathrow you can buy and collect it when you come back from your trip. If not they will deliver it to your home address. How convenient is that!!
3. Complimentary personal shopping service – If you can book an appointment with an accredited stylist, 48 hours prior to flying. They will consult you with your preference, budget and time you have at the airport and let you know a shopping plan.

CULINARY EXPERIENCE.

You will not have to worry if you didn’t have time to grab something to eat. As matter of fact, we think you should have your meals at the airport. You get plenty of restaurants with wide and exciting range of food. There are celebrity chef restaurants at Heathrow like, Gordon Ramsey, Heston Blumenthal where you can enjoy a 3 course meal.  There is one for each terminal and you can discover our healthy options as well as how to choose the right breakfast for your time zone.Find vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, gluten-free and wheat-free options at Heathrow restaurants and cafés. These outlets have all told us they offer menus to suit those with particular dietary requirements.

ENTERTAINMENT

There is never a dull moment at Heathrow and every time you fly you will see something new. Airport organise special events every month. So check whats happening at the airport and make sure to be part either its live music, competition. There is no need to sit and wait for your flight when there there plenty of things to do.

Allow your self to keep you entertain with all these services. Do not arrive at the airport last minute and then look around for a space to park. Book your Heathrow airport parking well in advance with our meet and greet car parks.

visit to reserve your meet and greet at Heathrow airport https://www.merryparking.co.uk/airport/heathrow

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.

9 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE CHAMPIONSHIPS, WIMBLEDON

WIMBLEDON

Source : http://www.atpworldtour.com/en/tournaments/wimbledon/540/overview

OLDEST TENNIS TOURNAMENT IN THE WORLD

The Championships, Wimbledon was first held 125 years ago in 1877, Wimbledon, London. The first champion, Spencer William Gore was chosen from a group of twenty-two male competitors. The All England Lawn Tennis club and Croquet Club is the place the tournament take place.

LAWN TENNIS

Source : Wikipedia

Wimbledon is the only tennis tournament from the four major annual tennis tournaments known as the ‘Grand Slams’, to be played on grass. Grass surfaces are the best for faster games of tennis. The Lawn Tennis name was originated at this very same place.

WIMBLEDON PLAYER OUTFITS

world number one ranking tennis player, Andy Murry

The players should wear plain white, nor other color. In the nineteenth century players wore plain white long-sleeved shirts
and trousers. Women players wore full-length corseted white dresses and hats.  Around in 1930s female players started wearing Shorter skirts, shorts and sleeveless tops which were much easy and comfortable. Today, the players get a lot worthy(millions) sponsorship deals with sportswear giants. Traditional colors for the ball girls and boys were Green and purple but it has changed over time.

WHO HAS WON WIMBLEDON THE MOST TIMES?

On mens tournaments Roger Federer, Pete Sampras and William Renshaw are tied with 7 Wimbledon titles. Martina Navratilova, retired with 9 Wimbledon titles, the highest among women.

NO TENNIS SUNDAY

Wimbledon’s first Sunday is usually an off day. This is another unique factor of the tournament. None of the other major tennis tournaments have an off day. But they broke the tradition in 1991, 1997 and 2004 due to the rainy weather.

BROADCAST RIGHTS IN WIMBLEDON

BBC is the host broadcaster to the tournament while they hold an agreement extended in 2016 to 2024. They have broadcasted the Wimbledon tournament in television for 80 years while in radio broadcasting it counts up to 90 years. In addition BBC first broadcasted the event on  June 1937 as a radio broadcasting. See the TV coverage and schedules for 2017 tournament.

WORLD WARS WERE NOT GOOD FOR TENNIS

World War I(1915-1918) and World War II (1940-1945) were harsh times for England. Therefore  the All England tennis club cancelled the tournament during those years.  Actually Nazis attacked the Centre court in October 1940 and it is said that at least 16 bombs hit the area .

RUFUS, THE HAWK

Source : Wikipedia

London and Wimbledon are famous for pigeons and it’s the same with the tennis court also. Harris hawk named Rufus is employed to prevent interference from pigeons.While pigeons are food for Rufus’s kind, his handlers train Rufus to scare them away rather than eating them. Rufus loves his job and if you visit the court you might even see him patrolling over the grounds magnificently. All who love tennis loves Rufus and as a result he has lots of fans all around the world. Check the  Twitter of Rufus here.

Thinking of flying to London to witness the grand Wimbledon ? If so, you might need help with Airport Parking !.. And check this Random Travel Tips by our team here.