APCOA has been awarded a new four and a half year parking management contract at Gatwick Airport, giving them responsibility for the entire public parking estate at Gatwick including all 32,000 airport parking spaces.
The new contract includes the management of an additional 12,000 parking spaces, bussing and forecourt management for both terminals.
APCOA’s Managing Director Chris Pullen comments: “We are delighted to have been appointed as Gatwick’s single provider of parking management for the public car parks. As the UK’s market leading airport parking operator, we will be bringing our considerable experience and expertise to this very important airport. We look forwards to working closely with Gatwick to further enhance customer service and satisfaction over the coming years. ”
26 July 2010
Changes introduced to drop off and pick up at Cardiff Airport
Construction work on a new layout outside Cardiff Airport's terminal building has been completed and new Priority drop & go and Priority pick up areas have come into operation with a charge of £1.
Drop Off Zone Access Plan for Cardiff Airport
Visitors to the Airport will have the option of using the new Priority drop & go and Priority pick up areas outside the terminal building, or a free drop off & pick up area in Long Stay 1 car park, a short distance from the terminal building.
New highway signs have been erected on all approach roads and within the airport site directing visitors to the new parking facilities and providing information regarding the new drop off and pick up options.
The Free drop off & pick up area will be available in the renamed Long Stay 1, formerly the Long Stay 2 car park, and a free special assistance vehicle for passengers with restricted mobility will also be available. The first 20 minutes will be free of charge with the usual parking rates applied thereafter.
Access to the Priority drop & go area in front of the terminal building will be available for up to 10 minutes, at a charge of £1 and 20 minutes for disabled blue badge holders. The Priority drop & go area will be barrier controlled where those wishing to use the facility will simply slot in a £1 coin into the barrier on exiting the area in front of the terminal building.
For the Priority pick up area paying the £1 fee will entitle those picking up passengers 20 minutes in the short stay car park, located close to the terminal building. After 20 minutes parking will be charged at the standard tariff.
As part of the redesign the existing Cardiff airport car parks have been renamed and colour coded.
Drop Off Zone Access Plan for Cardiff Airport
Visitors to the Airport will have the option of using the new Priority drop & go and Priority pick up areas outside the terminal building, or a free drop off & pick up area in Long Stay 1 car park, a short distance from the terminal building.
New highway signs have been erected on all approach roads and within the airport site directing visitors to the new parking facilities and providing information regarding the new drop off and pick up options.
The Free drop off & pick up area will be available in the renamed Long Stay 1, formerly the Long Stay 2 car park, and a free special assistance vehicle for passengers with restricted mobility will also be available. The first 20 minutes will be free of charge with the usual parking rates applied thereafter.
Access to the Priority drop & go area in front of the terminal building will be available for up to 10 minutes, at a charge of £1 and 20 minutes for disabled blue badge holders. The Priority drop & go area will be barrier controlled where those wishing to use the facility will simply slot in a £1 coin into the barrier on exiting the area in front of the terminal building.
For the Priority pick up area paying the £1 fee will entitle those picking up passengers 20 minutes in the short stay car park, located close to the terminal building. After 20 minutes parking will be charged at the standard tariff.
As part of the redesign the existing Cardiff airport car parks have been renamed and colour coded.
23 March 2010
Gatwick Hilton valet park and stay packages
If you are flying from Gatwick Airport this summer why not book yourself the ultra-convenient park and fly package: Gatwick Hilton Hotel’s valet park and stay package.
The Gatwick Hilton Valet Park and Stay Package offers the convenience of meet and greet parking with the luxury of staying at the Hilton Hotel at Gatwick’s south terminal.
Valet parking is the most convenient type of airport parking available and, coupled with a stay at the Hilton prior to departure, offers a totally stress-free start to your holiday.
With the Valet Park and Stay Package, an upgrade from the traditional park and stay, guests no longer have to park their cars at an offsite car park and catch the shuttle bus back to the terminal. Guests’ cars are collected from the main front entrance to the London Gatwick Hilton on arrival and returned personally to the Hilton’s entrance when guests return from their holiday.
The convenience of car collection on arrival at the hotel means that on the day of departure guests are able to access the airport terminal directly from the hotel, no hassle, no worries about bad weather, no heavy luggage to carry – porters are available at the Hilton and airport trolleys can be used from the airport terminal to the Hilton Hotel.
Valet Park and Stay Packages are available directly from the London Gatwick Hilton. Packages include one night’s stay at the London Gatwick Hilton and parking for either 15, 8 or 3 days with prices varying depending on the type of room booked.
Hilton Valet Park and Stay Packages are operated in conjunction with Help-Me-Park, the Hilton’s valet parking contractor. Help-Me-Park will contact the customer directly for all details regarding the vehicle to be parked and return travel details – extra days will be identified at this point and the customer will be billed directly for additional days.
Valet Park and Stay Packages can be booked online at www.hilton.co.uk/gatwick or by calling 01293 518080
The Gatwick Hilton Valet Park and Stay Package offers the convenience of meet and greet parking with the luxury of staying at the Hilton Hotel at Gatwick’s south terminal.
Valet parking is the most convenient type of airport parking available and, coupled with a stay at the Hilton prior to departure, offers a totally stress-free start to your holiday.
With the Valet Park and Stay Package, an upgrade from the traditional park and stay, guests no longer have to park their cars at an offsite car park and catch the shuttle bus back to the terminal. Guests’ cars are collected from the main front entrance to the London Gatwick Hilton on arrival and returned personally to the Hilton’s entrance when guests return from their holiday.
The convenience of car collection on arrival at the hotel means that on the day of departure guests are able to access the airport terminal directly from the hotel, no hassle, no worries about bad weather, no heavy luggage to carry – porters are available at the Hilton and airport trolleys can be used from the airport terminal to the Hilton Hotel.
Valet Park and Stay Packages are available directly from the London Gatwick Hilton. Packages include one night’s stay at the London Gatwick Hilton and parking for either 15, 8 or 3 days with prices varying depending on the type of room booked.
Hilton Valet Park and Stay Packages are operated in conjunction with Help-Me-Park, the Hilton’s valet parking contractor. Help-Me-Park will contact the customer directly for all details regarding the vehicle to be parked and return travel details – extra days will be identified at this point and the customer will be billed directly for additional days.
Valet Park and Stay Packages can be booked online at www.hilton.co.uk/gatwick or by calling 01293 518080
17 March 2010
9 questions to ask when you book meet and greet parking
Our homes probably represent our biggest capital investment and we are careful to protect them with insurance and security procedures, however, have you stopped to think about your car? Yes, you have insurance, maybe an alarm, possibly even a tracking device, but what about when you go on holiday? Do you stop to think who is looking after your car and where it will be parked?
If you are parking onsite at the airport, you know where your car is parked and you know where it will be when you come back. There are visible signs of security cameras and other procedures in place to prevent car theft. But…what about off-site parking facilities? Where is your car going to be parked, who will be driving it and what security measures are in place to protect it while you are away?
Your car is a valuable asset. You need to know that you are handing your car over to a reliable company, so don’t be afraid to ask the following questions when booking meet and greet parking:
Further information:
For further information on Park Mark® Safer Parking and to check for companies holding the award click here: www.parkmark.co.uk
Gatwick Airport meet and greet parking company, Help Me Park holds the Park Mark® Safer Parking award - for more information click the link.
If you are parking onsite at the airport, you know where your car is parked and you know where it will be when you come back. There are visible signs of security cameras and other procedures in place to prevent car theft. But…what about off-site parking facilities? Where is your car going to be parked, who will be driving it and what security measures are in place to protect it while you are away?
Your car is a valuable asset. You need to know that you are handing your car over to a reliable company, so don’t be afraid to ask the following questions when booking meet and greet parking:
- How will I recognise my driver?
Anyone collecting your car from you should be uniformed and carry identification. - Where is my car going to be parked?
Your parking company may not disclose the exact location of their car park for security reasons. However, you should be given a general location of their car park and facilities, and how many miles from the airport they are by road. Choose a company that can assure you that your car will be parked in a designated, hard-standing car park. One that is completely hard-standing, not grass. You don’t want to drive straight from the airport to the nearest car wash, do you? - What security measures are in place to protect my car?
Ask about the on-site security measures, which should include CCTV, High fencing, alarms, possibly dog patrols and security of car keys – they should never be left in the vehicles. Keys should be locked in a safe with adequate security. - Where will you meet me and will you be waiting for me?
Your parking company should give you an accurate pick-up point at the terminal, and should be there, waiting to meet you. You have paid for meet and greet parking so you should not have to repeatedly call them to be met or for the return of your car. A maximum of 15 minutes during busy times from when you call seems reasonable.
Some reputable meet and greet parking companies offer a money-back guarantee that you won’t be kept waiting. - What happens when I get back?
On your return, a driver should have your car waiting for you when you leave the terminal. It’s commonplace for passengers to phone the meet and greet company from baggage reclaim, but only to ensure accurate timing of the arrival of your car. You shouldn’t have to phone again when you have left the terminal and then wait for a driver to bring your car to you, it should be waiting.
Check that the company will have your car waiting for you when you leave the airport. - Are your premises licensed?
You get what you pay for, and sometime, cheap is cheap for a reason. Some companies have been known to use ‘unofficial’ car parks – ones that don’t have local planning consent – sometimes cars have been known to be parked in fields. If your car is parked in an unlicensed car park, it is less likely to have adequate security arrangement, such as high fencing, lighting, and security alarms as this will draw attention to the area and could alert local planning authorities. - Do you hold a Park Mark® Safer Parking award?
Always look for the Park Mark® award. The Park Mark® Safer Parking Scheme is an initiative of the Associations of Chief Police Officers aimed at reducing crime and the fear of crime in parking facilities. Strict guidelines and standards must be met to achieve accreditation and parking facilities are vetted by the police to make sure security measures are in place to meet the Park Mark® Safer Parking facility standard. - Who is going to drive my car?
Pick a company that uses mature, experienced drivers. Does the company you plan to use vet their drivers for criminal records? - What measures are in place to ensure that my car isn’t given to someone else on my return?
You should be provided with a receipt for your car and should not be given back your car without this receipt or some form of photo ID such as your passport.
Further information:
For further information on Park Mark® Safer Parking and to check for companies holding the award click here: www.parkmark.co.uk
Gatwick Airport meet and greet parking company, Help Me Park holds the Park Mark® Safer Parking award - for more information click the link.
09 March 2010
Aberdeen Airport parking scores a safety 'hat-trick'
Grampian Police have handed their top parking safety honour to Aberdeen Airport's new car park, meaning the Dyce terminal has completed the treble.
Representatives from the Force were on site earlier this week to hand over the official 'Safer Parking Award' for the newly opened short stay parking deck and the Priority Parking area.
That is on top of an existing award for the long stay car park, ensuring complete peace of mind for all passengers.
Gillian Stuart is the Contract Manager for APCOA (the car park operators) in Aberdeen. She said "We are delighted to have been awarded the Safe Parking Award for the Short Stay and Priority Parking car parks which are in addition to the award we currently hold for our Long Stay car park.
"The team are very proud of this achievement as we work extremely hard to ensure the car park is safe, secure and clean as we realise how important these are to our customers. The award is only achieved following stringent assessments, by Grampian police and the BPA, of the management processes, physical measures and site security systems to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Superintendent John Duncan from Grampian Police, who handed over the award, said "We applaud any initiative which helps to deter criminality and anti-social behaviour.
"We are delighted to recognise the good work APCOA have done to improve their facilities at the airport and enhance safety for members of the public."
Jemma Forrest, BAA Retail Executive, worked on the parking deck construction project and was delighted with the award. She said "This was one of our most high-profile projects of 2009 and to have our work recognised in this way is great. It is testament to the great working relationship we have with APCOA that has helped us deliver such a trusted product. I am sure our passengers will be pleased to hear how safe their car is at Aberdeen Airport."
The car park was opened in September 2009 at a cost of almost £5 million, providing 500 new short stay spaces. Not long after, in October, the Priority area was opened to the public, complete with wider bays, the closest spaces to the terminal, and all fully undercover. The Priority service is already proving popular with the business community, among others, who are seeking the most convenient time-saving route through the airport. Passengers choosing to go for Priority Parking, now also get access to Priority Security as part of their deal.
To compare Aberdeen airport parking options and book your airport parking online click on the link.
Representatives from the Force were on site earlier this week to hand over the official 'Safer Parking Award' for the newly opened short stay parking deck and the Priority Parking area.
That is on top of an existing award for the long stay car park, ensuring complete peace of mind for all passengers.
Gillian Stuart is the Contract Manager for APCOA (the car park operators) in Aberdeen. She said "We are delighted to have been awarded the Safe Parking Award for the Short Stay and Priority Parking car parks which are in addition to the award we currently hold for our Long Stay car park.
"The team are very proud of this achievement as we work extremely hard to ensure the car park is safe, secure and clean as we realise how important these are to our customers. The award is only achieved following stringent assessments, by Grampian police and the BPA, of the management processes, physical measures and site security systems to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Superintendent John Duncan from Grampian Police, who handed over the award, said "We applaud any initiative which helps to deter criminality and anti-social behaviour.
"We are delighted to recognise the good work APCOA have done to improve their facilities at the airport and enhance safety for members of the public."
Jemma Forrest, BAA Retail Executive, worked on the parking deck construction project and was delighted with the award. She said "This was one of our most high-profile projects of 2009 and to have our work recognised in this way is great. It is testament to the great working relationship we have with APCOA that has helped us deliver such a trusted product. I am sure our passengers will be pleased to hear how safe their car is at Aberdeen Airport."
The car park was opened in September 2009 at a cost of almost £5 million, providing 500 new short stay spaces. Not long after, in October, the Priority area was opened to the public, complete with wider bays, the closest spaces to the terminal, and all fully undercover. The Priority service is already proving popular with the business community, among others, who are seeking the most convenient time-saving route through the airport. Passengers choosing to go for Priority Parking, now also get access to Priority Security as part of their deal.
To compare Aberdeen airport parking options and book your airport parking online click on the link.
02 March 2010
Travelling to the airport the most stressful part of your holiday?
Getting to the airport on time to get your flight can be quite a stressful part of your holiday. How long should you leave for your journey, what if there’s a traffic jam or an accident, how early should you arrive and how should you travel to the airport? By planning ahead and getting arrangements in place early you will help alleviate the stress.
What time you arrive at the airport will be dependent on whether you are on a domestic or international flight, however, the minimum check-in time varies between airlines and individual routes, so check in advance with your airline.
At busier times of the year it may take longer to pass through airport security and you need to take this in to consideration. If you are travelling at weekends or in the school holidays it is advisable to allow extra time, although don’t allow too much extra time as hanging around the airport waiting for your flight can be stressful in itself.
Transport options
Your method of transport to the airport may be dependent on where you live in relation to the airport. If you live quite some distance away, you may find that public transport options involve too many changes to be convenient.
Whatever your chosen method of transport to the airport, make sure you have organised it in advance to save undue stress on the day.
Paula Garrett is a frequently traveller and recommends using Gatwick meet and greet parking , advising passengers to book their Gatwick valet parking as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
What time you arrive at the airport will be dependent on whether you are on a domestic or international flight, however, the minimum check-in time varies between airlines and individual routes, so check in advance with your airline.
At busier times of the year it may take longer to pass through airport security and you need to take this in to consideration. If you are travelling at weekends or in the school holidays it is advisable to allow extra time, although don’t allow too much extra time as hanging around the airport waiting for your flight can be stressful in itself.
Transport options
Your method of transport to the airport may be dependent on where you live in relation to the airport. If you live quite some distance away, you may find that public transport options involve too many changes to be convenient.
- Coach
If you are thinking about travelling by coach, there are many airport-dedicated services that you may wish to consider. Each airport site has a breakdown of coach services to assist you in finding out which service is most suitable for you. When booking coach travel check the coach company’s luggage allowances: hand baggage allowance and weight and number of checked-in bags permitted. - Train
Many airports now have excellent train services and generally a station located on-site or very nearby. Gatwick airport for example, was the first UK airport to fully integrate air and train services with its own Gatwick airport station. Check out the various train operators and book your train tickets online. - Special rail services
As well as the traditional train services, there are now many dedicated airport train services, such as the Heathrow Express, Stansted Express and Gatwick Express which offer fast direct services to the airport from central London. These operate at very frequent intervals, and are faster, but slightly more expensive than the normal train services. - Bus
This is probably my least favourite option, unless you live very close to the airport, and even then, the thought of dragging heavy luggage on to the bus and worrying about where to stash it during the journey fills me with dread. Your airport site will list the airport bus services available. - Car
If you are planning to drive to the airport always book your parking in advance, as turning up on the day hoping for a parking bay is stressful and significantly more expensive.
Consider your parking options carefully before booking as there are many different types of parking available, such as on-site: short- or long-stay; off-site airport parking; park and stay options with local hotels; or valet meet and greet parking.
Plan your route in advance with an online route planner, such as the AA or Multimap, and carry a map or use satellite navigation just in case your planned route is disrupted by an accident. Always check the Highways Agency website for advance notice of planned road works that may affect your journey. - Taxi
Book your taxi in advance. It is usually cheaper to use a local taxi company to drop you off at the airport and more convenient to use the official airport taxi company on your return. Although the official taxi company will be slightly more expensive, a taxi should be waiting for you. An off-airport taxi will not be able to wait outside the airport in the same way as an official taxi due to security restrictions. - Friends and family drop off
This may seem convenient but think of the poor driver, their time, and their fuel. Relying on a friend or family member can be stressful, what if they’re late, or an unexpected problem occurs? You don’t have a contract with them and you may not be able to make last-minute adjustments to your plans.
Whatever your chosen method of transport to the airport, make sure you have organised it in advance to save undue stress on the day.
Paula Garrett is a frequently traveller and recommends using Gatwick meet and greet parking , advising passengers to book their Gatwick valet parking as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
16 February 2010
Book airport parking: 5 options
When booking this year’s holiday don’t forget your airport parking. Make sure you compare airport car parking options before booking. Check all the available options at your airport, think about convenience and your budget too.
The following tips will guide you through the types of parking and will help save you money:
Whatever airport parking option you choose, make sure you book your early, and book parking online - this represents the best value for money when compared with just turning up on the day and paying the gate price. If you have any questions about booking airport parking don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and speak to the company prior to booking.
The following tips will guide you through the types of parking and will help save you money:
- Off-airport parking
Off-airport parking is probably the cheapest option – you park off-airport and use the shuttle bus provided to take you to the airport.
While this is probably the cheapest option for long-stay parking, it isn’t the most convenient. After all, if you have children, are travelling with elderly relatives or have heavy luggage or sports equipment, you may struggle to get on and off the shuttle bus. - On-airport parking
On-airport parking has the benefits of being closer to the terminal, but this is still likely to require a shuttle bus journey to take you to the airport. The journey will be shorter than off-site parking but you could still have the inconvenience of hauling your luggage, and children, on and off the bus. - Short-stay parking
The short-stay car parks are located much closer to the terminal, usually a couple of minutes walk away, however, these car parks are really designed for short stays and the pricing is geared accordingly – it works out very expensive to park for more than a few hours. These car parks are best for cars picking up and dropping off passengers.
Savings can be made if you fly at quieter times of the year, outside of school holidays, so check online for discounted prices – bookings must be made in advance. - Valet parking
Valet parking, or meet and greet parking, offers all the benefits of short-stay parking without the need to park your own car. The great attraction of meet and greet parking is that you drive straight to the airport terminal, unload your luggage and hand your keys to a waiting driver who will park your car for you - no worries about herding your children onto a shuttle bus, or struggling with heavy baggage or sports gear. On your return, your car is brought back to the terminal, so you just walk out of arrivals, load your luggage and drive off. - Park and stay packages
If the drive to the airport is some distance from your house, or your departure is very early in the morning, you may wish to consider booking an airport hotel.
Many airport hotels, on-site and off-site, offer parking as part of their package – some will offer parking at their hotel and can arrange transport to the airport, either by taxi or their own shuttle service, others have recommended parking providers and will book a park and stay package for you. Meet and greet parking can also be booked as part of your park and stay package – with an on-airport hotel you can arrange to have your car picked up from the hotel when you arrive.
Booking your airport parking as part of a park and stay package can offer you a great discount when compared with booking your hotel accommodation and parking separately.
Whatever airport parking option you choose, make sure you book your early, and book parking online - this represents the best value for money when compared with just turning up on the day and paying the gate price. If you have any questions about booking airport parking don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and speak to the company prior to booking.
15 September 2009
Airport parking ‘rip off’ highlighted by MP
The Daily Express yesterday highlighted the rip off parking prices that are charged at some of the UK’s airports and how these charges can add up to 45% of the cost of a cheap flight holiday.
Topping the list of most expensive fees was London City Airport – expect to pay £186 for pre-booking a week’s parking, or don’t book in advance and pay a whopping £252 for a week or £504 for two weeks!
According to the article, the average parking fee across 10 of the Britain’s airport is £45 for a week, while at Heathrow the cost when pre-booking is £63.90 and Gatwick airport parking up to £62.
The parking charges were highlighted by Liberal Democrat Norman Baker who said: “What is the point of ¬trawling the -internet to get cheap air fares, only to get ripped off by excessive car park charges at our airports?” He said London City was “exceedingly bad value”, ¬adding: “The amount being charged is probably enough to pay for a return flight to New York.”
To secure the best possible price for airport parking it is advisable to compare airport parking prices using an online parking price checker and to book in advance. Never just turn up at the airport – it’s much more expensive.
Topping the list of most expensive fees was London City Airport – expect to pay £186 for pre-booking a week’s parking, or don’t book in advance and pay a whopping £252 for a week or £504 for two weeks!
According to the article, the average parking fee across 10 of the Britain’s airport is £45 for a week, while at Heathrow the cost when pre-booking is £63.90 and Gatwick airport parking up to £62.
The parking charges were highlighted by Liberal Democrat Norman Baker who said: “What is the point of ¬trawling the -internet to get cheap air fares, only to get ripped off by excessive car park charges at our airports?” He said London City was “exceedingly bad value”, ¬adding: “The amount being charged is probably enough to pay for a return flight to New York.”
To secure the best possible price for airport parking it is advisable to compare airport parking prices using an online parking price checker and to book in advance. Never just turn up at the airport – it’s much more expensive.
19 February 2009
Gatwick Airport Parking - Time & Money Saving Advice
Gatwick Airport parking can be a minefield. Where do I start looking for Gatwick parking? Do I want Gatwick short term or Gatwick long term parking? Should I go with Gatwick BAA Parking? Where can I find a simple Gatwick airport parking price checker and can I compare Gatwick parking prices? If these are questions you find echoing around your thoughts before you travel, then this is the article for you.
Gatwick Airport is the 2nd busiest international airport in the UK, and the 6th busiest airport in the World, with over 32 Million passengers travelling through the two terminals, so it’s hardly surprising that finding the right Gatwick parking to suit your needs can be such a nightmare.
There are various Gatwick parking options available to passengers travelling through the Airport depending on budget, length of stay and level of service required. Within this article, we will touch on standard Gatwick parking, Fast Track parking, Gatwick long term parking, Gatwick BAA parking and meet and greet Gatwick Airport parking. There will also be information on the Gatwick airport parking price checker website where visitors can compare parking prices.
And so we begin with standard Gatwick parking… For collecting or dropping off passengers, or for short duration trips, travellers are advised to use the short term parking at Gatwick Airport, and multi storey car parks are available close to both the North and South Terminals.
Visitors to Gatwick Airport are warned that any cars left unattended in the set down or pick up areas at the North and South Terminal forecourts, will be towed away by the police and a release fee will be incurred. Therefore, if you need to leave your car unattended, motorists must park in the short stay multi-storey car park.
If you’re in a hurry, a Fast Track Gatwick parking option is also available from both the North and South Terminals at Gatwick Airport. The Fast Track Gatwick Parking are in under cover areas and located within the short stay car parks and offer the quickest and most convenient link into the terminals.
For passengers travelling away for more than a few days, Gatwick long term parking is recommended. This is where the minefield begins. There are a huge number of different options available for Gatwick parking, and many companies competing for your Gatwick long term parking business.
The first option is to look at the various Gatwick BAA parking options. A number of Partners operate Gatwick BAA parking around the Airport. The long term Gatwick BAA parking options are situated in the areas surrounding Gatwick Airport and offer secure parking and a courtesy bus transfer that runs every 5 to 20 minutes, depending on which car park you choose. The transfer time to the terminal is approximately 2 - 10 minutes depending on which car park is used and which terminal you are travelling to.
Customers using a Gatwick BAA parking operator will benefit from a guaranteed space even when travelling at peak times, a free transfer to the terminal and first rate customer service.
In addition, all Gatwick BAA parking operators are committed to the Safer Parking Scheme, which is government backed and assessed by the police. BAA Gatwick parking do everything they can to deter criminal activity and ensure you can feel safe in the airport car parks. BAA Gatwick parking areas are manned 24 hours a day, frequently patrolled, lit at night and many have CCTV coverage.
Finally, if you find bus transfers and off-site Gatwick parking a hassle, Gatwick meet and greet Airport Parking offers customers a convenient valet service. Amongst many benefits, travellers can check-in within minutes of arriving at the airport and drive away minutes after clearing customs.
To secure the best Gatwick parking rates possible, it is always advisable to book your airport parking in advance and online bookings will normally reward you with a further discount. The best way to make sure you are paying the right price, is to visit an airport parking price checker. The best Gatwick airport parking price checker that we have found is www.helpmetravel.co.uk, where you can compare Gatwick airport car parking prices online.
The HelpMeTravel Gatwick airport parking price checker is truly independent so they get the best deals on parking prices and pass them on to their customer. The Company goes direct to the Gatwick BAA parking and other parking operators so they can negotiate better rates, and they also monitor airport car parking competitors to ensure they offer the best prices.
The airport parking price checker website asks you to select the airport you are flying from and the dates and times that you travel. The site will then provide you with a list of airport parking companies that can help you, whether they are situated on the airport or off-site or if they are valet meet and greet, the price per day and total price. All of this information is provided in one screen shot, so you can instantly see the best option for you.
The site then allows you to book online so it’s nice and simple. Traipsing around for the best Gatwick parking is a thing of the past! All you need to do is decide whether you need Gatwick short term or Gatwick long term parking, assess the different Gatwick BAA Parking options and carry out a simple Gatwick airport parking price checker, compare Gatwick parking prices, and book! Simple!
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The Gatwick Information website guide provides a comprehensive information resource covering everything there is to know about visiting or travelling through Gatwick Airport.
Gatwick Airport is the 2nd busiest international airport in the UK, and the 6th busiest airport in the World, with over 32 Million passengers travelling through the two terminals, so it’s hardly surprising that finding the right Gatwick parking to suit your needs can be such a nightmare.
There are various Gatwick parking options available to passengers travelling through the Airport depending on budget, length of stay and level of service required. Within this article, we will touch on standard Gatwick parking, Fast Track parking, Gatwick long term parking, Gatwick BAA parking and meet and greet Gatwick Airport parking. There will also be information on the Gatwick airport parking price checker website where visitors can compare parking prices.
And so we begin with standard Gatwick parking… For collecting or dropping off passengers, or for short duration trips, travellers are advised to use the short term parking at Gatwick Airport, and multi storey car parks are available close to both the North and South Terminals.
Visitors to Gatwick Airport are warned that any cars left unattended in the set down or pick up areas at the North and South Terminal forecourts, will be towed away by the police and a release fee will be incurred. Therefore, if you need to leave your car unattended, motorists must park in the short stay multi-storey car park.
If you’re in a hurry, a Fast Track Gatwick parking option is also available from both the North and South Terminals at Gatwick Airport. The Fast Track Gatwick Parking are in under cover areas and located within the short stay car parks and offer the quickest and most convenient link into the terminals.
For passengers travelling away for more than a few days, Gatwick long term parking is recommended. This is where the minefield begins. There are a huge number of different options available for Gatwick parking, and many companies competing for your Gatwick long term parking business.
The first option is to look at the various Gatwick BAA parking options. A number of Partners operate Gatwick BAA parking around the Airport. The long term Gatwick BAA parking options are situated in the areas surrounding Gatwick Airport and offer secure parking and a courtesy bus transfer that runs every 5 to 20 minutes, depending on which car park you choose. The transfer time to the terminal is approximately 2 - 10 minutes depending on which car park is used and which terminal you are travelling to.
Customers using a Gatwick BAA parking operator will benefit from a guaranteed space even when travelling at peak times, a free transfer to the terminal and first rate customer service.
In addition, all Gatwick BAA parking operators are committed to the Safer Parking Scheme, which is government backed and assessed by the police. BAA Gatwick parking do everything they can to deter criminal activity and ensure you can feel safe in the airport car parks. BAA Gatwick parking areas are manned 24 hours a day, frequently patrolled, lit at night and many have CCTV coverage.
Finally, if you find bus transfers and off-site Gatwick parking a hassle, Gatwick meet and greet Airport Parking offers customers a convenient valet service. Amongst many benefits, travellers can check-in within minutes of arriving at the airport and drive away minutes after clearing customs.
To secure the best Gatwick parking rates possible, it is always advisable to book your airport parking in advance and online bookings will normally reward you with a further discount. The best way to make sure you are paying the right price, is to visit an airport parking price checker. The best Gatwick airport parking price checker that we have found is www.helpmetravel.co.uk, where you can compare Gatwick airport car parking prices online.
The HelpMeTravel Gatwick airport parking price checker is truly independent so they get the best deals on parking prices and pass them on to their customer. The Company goes direct to the Gatwick BAA parking and other parking operators so they can negotiate better rates, and they also monitor airport car parking competitors to ensure they offer the best prices.
The airport parking price checker website asks you to select the airport you are flying from and the dates and times that you travel. The site will then provide you with a list of airport parking companies that can help you, whether they are situated on the airport or off-site or if they are valet meet and greet, the price per day and total price. All of this information is provided in one screen shot, so you can instantly see the best option for you.
The site then allows you to book online so it’s nice and simple. Traipsing around for the best Gatwick parking is a thing of the past! All you need to do is decide whether you need Gatwick short term or Gatwick long term parking, assess the different Gatwick BAA Parking options and carry out a simple Gatwick airport parking price checker, compare Gatwick parking prices, and book! Simple!
About the Author
The Gatwick Information website guide provides a comprehensive information resource covering everything there is to know about visiting or travelling through Gatwick Airport.
18 February 2009
Free parking at Bristol Airport with Continental Airlines
If you’re quick you could park for free at Bristol Airport.
Continental Airlines is offering 14 days’ Bristol Airport parking for free when you book your flight to the states.
Flights must be booked before 28 February 2009 for travel before 30 April.
Flights must be booked with JTA Travel Group at flights.airline-warehouse.co.uk. Conditions apply so check at the time of booking.
Continental Airlines is offering 14 days’ Bristol Airport parking for free when you book your flight to the states.
Flights must be booked before 28 February 2009 for travel before 30 April.
Flights must be booked with JTA Travel Group at flights.airline-warehouse.co.uk. Conditions apply so check at the time of booking.
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