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APH Compares Airport Forecourt Costs for 2024 (2/16/2024) - With many consumers intent on becoming more eco-conscious in 2024, UK travellers may not appreciate the environmental damage and negative consequences of their ‘kiss and fly’ lift to the airport. Kiss and Fly is the practice of dropping-off and collecting…
APH Compares Travel Insurance Policies for 2024 (12/21/2023) - British Travellers Gear Up for a Busy 2024 with Increased Travel Spending and Diverse Insurance Needs Research from Luxury Escapes reveals a boom in travel plans for 2024, with nearly 60% of UK travellers aiming to book at least three…
Flying with Christmas crackers : Find out if your airline will let you travel with the festive faves this Xmas (11/5/2023) - Far from being a case of simply popping Christmas crackers into their hand luggage or checked bags, airports and airlines impose tough rules on how passengers can carry these festive essentials. Heightened security measures have resulted in many airlines completely…
What are the top winter holiday destinations for people who want to enjoy warm weather and fun activities? (9/25/2023) - APH has released a guide to the best winter sun destinations for 2023, considering factors such as temperature, sunshine hours, flight time, exchange rate, and time difference. For the highest temperatures, Bali, Thailand, and the Maldives are the best choices,…
Dog-cations: Flying abroad with your dog (8/30/2023) - It is never easy saying bye to your furry friend as you go on holiday, here at Airport Parking and Hotels we have surveyed 1,000 UK dog owners to find out how many Brits would rather take their dog abroad…
ULEZ charge: How much does it cost to drive in the London Ultra Low Emission Zone? (8/23/2023) - The ULEZ is a daily charge for vehicles that do not meet certain emissions standards within the Greater London area. It was introduced in April 2019 and expanded to cover a larger area in August 2023. The charge applies to…
To tip or not to tip? Navigate international rules like a pro with our tipping guide (6/28/2023) - Tipping customs vary widely around the world, and it can be difficult to know how much or when to tip. We have created a comprehensive tipping guide to help travellers navigate tipping customs like seasoned traveller. In the United States…
How much airline extras can impact the price of your flight (6/19/2023) - We love a holiday here at Airport Parking & Hotels, and with an estimated 44.1 million Brits jetting off on at least leisure trip abroad every year, we’re certainly not the only ones! From booking the perfect hotel to finding…
Airports Go Green: How the Aviation Industry is Reducing its Environmental Impact (5/26/2023) - Climate change is a pressing issue for people, businesses, and governments across the world. The aviation sector is under the spotlight for its contribution to carbon emissions. Aviation accounts for around 2.5% of global human-induced carbon emissions, and this percentage…
UK Airports Relax Hand Luggage Rules, No More Need for Tiny Toiletries (4/18/2023) - UK Airports to Relax Hand Luggage Rules in June 2024 New CT X-Ray Technology to Allow Travelers to Bring More Liquids and Electronics in Carry-On Bags The UK government has set a deadline of June 2024 for all UK airports…
Get free drinking water at airports and beat the after-security price hikes… where to fill up your bottles revealed (3/6/2023) - Airport security rules make it impossible to take water through to the departure lounge, where buying bottles can be frustratingly expensive. However, it’s easy to dampen down your airside expenses by packing a few empty bottles in your hand luggage…
Bristol Airport Drop-off & Pick Up Charges (2/7/2023) - Bristol Airport Drop-off Charges If there is one topic about airports that is likely to generate a conversation among passengers and the local community, it’s the drop-off charges that have been gradually introduced over the years. These can range from…
Stansted Airport Drop-off & Pick up Charges (2/7/2023) - While there are lots of great things about flying from Stansted Airport – the award-winning terminal, big choice of shopping and dining, and lots of cheery low-cost flights – the drop-off charge is not one of them. In fact, it’s…
Gatwick Park and Ride Airport Parking (1/27/2023) - APH offers a variety of parking options for travellers, including the popular Park and Ride service. This service allows passengers to park their car in a secure, off-site car park and then take a shuttle bus to the airport terminal.…
Edinburgh Airport Drop-off Charges (1/23/2023) - Edinburgh Airport Drop-off Charges Like most airports in the UK, Edinburgh operates a payment system for passenger drop-off and pick-up. The drop-off area is on the ground floor of the multi-storey car park right opposite the terminal building and the…

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