Featuring regular updates on the issues that matter most to you, APH’s fabulous Know Before You Go guide provides across the board research on all travel topics; from airport Wi-Fi costs, to mobile roaming charges, and even the price of flying with Golf Equipment.
We’ve got all the facts and figures in one handy place so you can get the best deals and be fully prepared for your trip. Know Before You Go does all the hard work so that you don’t have to!
According to research by Azimo*, many Britons are now taking their own ‘grown-up gap year’, with 37% of 1,000 UK adults planning to tick off their bucket list on an extended trip abroad. For empty nesters planning a ‘Golden Gap…
Following the introduction of Marks & Spencer food on-board British Airways flights earlier this year*, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a guide comparing the in-flight food and drink available to purchase on-board short haul flights, helping passengers…
According to gap year travel specialists Oyster Worldwide, September is a popular booking time for school leavers looking to secure a gap year project, following the release of A-Level results on 17 August. For those keen to add impressive foreign…
When using electrical appliances abroad, the voltage, frequency and socket type can vary greatly between countries, which can potentially damage electronic devices while abroad or prevent them from working at full capacity. To ensure travellers don’t receive an unexpected ‘shock’…
According to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Foundation*, over one-third of business travellers (37%) have combined their work travel with an extended leisure break, resulting in what is now known as a ‘bleisure’ trip. For travellers looking for a…
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According to research released by London Heathrow Airport*, the number of under-5s taking their first flight has increased by 15 per cent compared twith five years ago. In fact. the average five-year-old is predicted to fly more than half a…
A survey* conducted of over 1,800 people by Airport Parking & Hotels (APH), the leading airport parking operator in the UK, has revealed the leading causes of UK adults’ travel-related anxieties in the 24 hours prior to taking a flight,…
If you need a new passport use the table below to understand what options there are to get a new passport or renew your passport, how much it will cost you, and how much time it will take. Understand your…
Following the launch of an online passport renewal service by the government in March 2017*, which allows holidaymakers to apply for a new travel document in just 10 minutes, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a guide comparing…
With Heathrow Airport welcoming over 75 million passengers last year alone*, travelling through the UK’s busiest airport during the Easter holidays with kids in tow may fill any family with fear. Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is therefore offering nomadic…
With Storm Doris causing havoc for more than 10,000 people at UK airports in February,* Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a guide comparing the airline policies for flight cancellations and delays, ensuring travellers are prepared should their…
Long-haul airlines are starting to compete against the low-cost carriers by introducing ‘Basic Economy’ fares, however; even though these tickets may offer a lower price, some also impose restrictions such as limiting hand luggage and seat selection. To ensure savvy…
With recent news of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 being banned by almost all of the world’s airlines in October 2016*, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has created a guide comparing the airline policies for restricted items in cabin luggage,…
Fancy swapping economy class for a spacious leather seat in a luxury-laden private jet? Find out how you can follow the likes of Kim Kardashian by joining the private jet-set – at prices that don’t necessarily require an A-lister’s bank…
With many of the UK’s favourite holiday destinations currently facing a higher threat from terrorism* and other risks such as the Zika virus, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping travellers ensure they choose safer holiday spots this winter with…
For an increasingly connected world, access to Wi-Fi is often vital for those who wish to stay productive or entertained on their travels. With this in mind, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has created a guide comparing Wi-Fi and connection…
Airport Parking & Hotels (APH) has created a guide comparing the wackiest and liveliest upcoming events around the world for festival enthusiasts looking for events with an edge. * Where costs are given in GBP against foreign currency, rates calculated…
According to recent research published by TravelSupermarket.com*, 46% of Britons claim they regularly go on holiday without buying travel insurance, with possible reasons including misunderstanding policies or feeling put off by high excess costs. With this in mind, Airport Parking…
*Where costs are given in GBP against foreign currency, rates calculated in May 2016 using rates from www.google.co.uk/intl/en/googlefinance/disclaimer/ and rounded to nearest GBP. Air France Zone 1 Flights within metropolitan France Flights within the Caribbean regional network, between Cayenne, Fort-de-France,…
With the school holidays just around the corner, many drivers across the UK will be packing their cars and charging up their sat-navs ahead of the summer break. With this in mind, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has created a…
With the recent news that Disneyland Paris has modified its pricing policies – they allegedly charged British and German tourists higher fees than French residents for tickets – Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has created a guide comparing tickets and…
In November 2015, Ryanair became the first airline to sign Ombudsman Services as its approved alternative dispute resolution (ADR) body. By joining the scheme it means that passengers flying with Ryanair who have disputes relating to lost luggage will be…
In February 2016, the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA)* released key protection and advice surrounding ski safety. With this is mind, Airport Parking & Hotels (APH) has created a guide comparing ski safety regulations at some of the world’s…
According to researched published by The International Council on Clean Transportation*, a nonstop round-trip transatlantic flight averaged about one tonne of CO2 emissions per passenger. This figure is equivalent to emissions from a 35-kilometre daily commute in a Toyota Prius…
According to a recent report from ABTA, 18 per-cent of the population say they will travel to a country they have never been to before in 2016*. To help British travellers prepare for their holidays, Airport Parking & Hotels (APH)…
According to the Chalet Ski Stats Report 2015*, easyJet, British Airways and Swiss were named as the most popular scheduled airlines for skiers. Therefore Airport Parking & Hotels (APH) has created a guide comparing airline policies for flying with ski…
In a recent address to the Transport Select Committee in November 2015, Transport Minister Robert Goodwill called for an increase in the number of UK airports charging motorists to drop-off passengers in order to help improve the air quality in…
According to research published by Nature, over three million people around the world die prematurely each year from outdoor pollution. For those holidaymakers concerned about air quality when travelling abroad, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has commisioned a guide* comparing…
Find the latest rules for flying with Christmas crackers in 2016 here. With just 39 days to go until Christmas, airports across the UK are warming up to transport millions of passengers across the globe for the festive season. Airport…
According to recent research by the mobile network Three, travellers can save up to £330 each year by taking advantage of their new ‘Feel at Home’ scheme whilst travelling abroad*. With this in mind, Airport Parking & Hotels (APH) is…
According to recent research by the mobile network Three, travellers can save up to £330 each year by taking advantage of their new ‘Feel at Home’ scheme whilst travelling abroad*. With this in mind, Airport Parking & Hotels (APH) is…
With many UK couples looking for reliable weather and lower wedding costs, the trend for getting married abroad is increasing with an estimated 1.5 million people in the UK travelling abroad in 2014 as a wedding guest or as…
With the summer season in full swing, many travellers will be looking to fly abroad with bulky sport equipment such as surf boards, bikes and diving kit. Plan ahead and you’ll get the best deals on baggage charges. Airport Parking…
APH is helping savvy parents and grandparents plan ahead and budget this summer by comparing ticket prices at some of the most popular theme parks in the U.K. *Prices correct as of July 2015 Media Enquiries Sarah Salord /…
If you’re an expectant mum looking to grab a last-minute getaway before the big day arrives, APH has created a comprehensive guide to compare airline policies for travelling while pregnant. Comparing 22 major airlines, covering both short- and long-haul journeys,…
According to the results from the latest Travel Leaders Group Survey (January 2015)*, business travel is expected to increase by over 7% during 2015. With this figure in mind, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), the long-stay airport parking operator, has…
With the school summer holiday period approaching, APH is helping savvy parents plan ahead by comparing facilities available for parents travelling with infants and children on major airlines. *All children regardless of age must hold a valid passport on all…
The summer is almost here and even more UK travellers will be thinking of jetting off to sunnier climates, however with the recent announcement that Greece plans to almost triple their tax rates on hotel rooms from 6.5% to 18%,…
With Marathon season mid-sprint and London successfully crossing the finish line, this leaves thousands of pavement pounders searching for their next challenge. Therefore, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a guide highlighting the most popular and unique marathons…
Research reveals, 25% of the UK’s population suffers from hay fever, so to mark the start of Allergy Awareness Week on 20 April 2015, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has compiled a guide comparing pollen levels in holiday hotspots across…
Flight punctuality in the UK plummeted to 71% last summer, down from 79% in 2013, according to statistics from the Civil Aviation Authority*. To help travellers fight back, APH.com has created a comprehensive guide highlighting airline policies for delayed or…
According to the latest research published by Post Office Travel Money*, the cost of fuel has fallen by 25% making self-drive holidays a popular choice among UK holidaymakers. Road speed limits and driving regulations differ across Europe and therefore Airport…
Get 2016 Wi-Fi details for UK airports here New research* reveals, 63% of global passengers would prefer to use their smartphone, tablet or laptop for inflight entertainment. With an increasing number of airlines offering inflight streaming facilities and Wi-Fi connectivity,…
Easter skiing holidays are always a firm favourite with families and a recent report by Club Med (Skiing Together: December 2014*) has found that almost half of all Brits (46%) who have booked a ski holiday will be travelling with…
According to recent government figures*, almost 40 per cent of winter sports enthusiasts will head to the slopes this ski season without travel insurance. Given the obvious injury risks, no one should contemplate taking this type of holiday without adequate…
With more than 100,178 passengers scheduled to travel through Heathrow Airport on Christmas Day alone this year*, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping families to plan ahead and enjoy a stress-free journey, whenever they plan to travel, by comparing…
According to a recent survey*, 47% of gap year travellers have left home without the correct vaccinations required for their destination, a fact that highlights the need for UK travellers to be vigilant about necessary immunisations. To help tourists prepare…
A typical British traveller will go abroad with more than £1,000 worth of electronic equipment and according to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, of the British travellers who do have insurance, only 12 per cent of them read all their…
Bookings for worldwide golf holidays for 2013 and 2014 have increased by over 20% according to IAGTO*, the global trade organisation of the golf tourism industry. With more golfers than ever heading abroad, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping…
A European Commission survey* in February this year suggested that 94% of holidaymakers limit their internet use when travelling due to the high-cost of mobile roaming charges. Now that the European Union has introduced a cap on roaming charges when…
With many holiday firms reporting a 10% – 40% increase in bicycle bookings*, partly thanks to the success of Team GB in the Olympics and major events such as the Tour de France, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping…
With the holiday season fast-approaching and large numbers of motorists planning to set-off on longer journeys, cover against roadside breakdown is a must. To help travellers choose the most suitable, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has compiled a comprehensive guide…
With the British government recently announcing an increase in the cost of cigarettes by 28p per pack, many holidaymakers will be planning on bringing back duty free goods when travelling abroad this summer. In order to help UK travellers ensure…
Get 2016 Wi-Fi details for UK airports here With travellers rating their smart phones and tablets as travel necessities, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping savvy travellers to stay online by comparing the Wi-Fi access available at UK airports.…
In February 2014, Ryanair followed in easyJet’s footsteps and introduced allocated seating on all flights therefore allowing passengers to choose their preferred seats in advance. To help customers understand the rules regarding pre-booking seats, , Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com)…
With recent reports questioning the value of air miles and some airlines introducing changes to their policies, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has compiled a comprehensive guide comparing frequent flyer schemes across all major airlines. AIRLINE NAME OF SCHEME /…
A recent study, published by UK-based International Currency Exchange (November 2013), found that 40% of British travellers admitted they found tipping awkward and almost one in three confessed they did not know how much to tip in a destination. In…
Heathrow Airport recently raising its short-stay car parking prices at peak hours for the second time in as many months, drivers using the Short-Stay Car Park when collecting friends or relatives will now have to pay £3.50 for 30 minutes’…
A recent survey by BDRC*, has found that one of the most important factors for business travellers when choosing a hotel is whether complimentary Wi-Fi is available in both bedrooms and public areas. In order to help business travellers choose…
With the Petrol Retailer’s Association reporting potential increases in fuel of 5p per litre in the UK and abroad, it is evident that these costs can make a hole in a holidaymakers’ budget. In order to assist drivers when…
As a result of several airlines including easyJet and Monarch, changing their fees and regulations relating to hand baggage, holidaymakers can face even more confusion when packing their luggage. In order to help travellers to plan ahead and pack correctly,…
With the summer holiday season upon us, many travellers will be looking to fly abroad with bulky sport equipment including surf boards, windsurf equipment, bicycles and diving kit. In order to help holidaymakers plan ahead and get the best deal…
Research recently published by Amadeus Air Traffic Travel Intelligence* has found that more than half of all flights from the UK are currently operated by low-cost carriers, a rise of 4% compared to 2011. Having compared charges for the larger,…
With many of the low-cost airlines introducing new ‘booking’ fees during 2012, Airport Parking and Hotels (www.aph.com) has updated their extra charges research to help travellers plan ahead and keep travel costs to a minimum. The research compares the extra charges…
With Virgin Atlantic recently introducing the new Upper Class Suite on their A330 aircraft, Airport Parking and Hotels has compared the business facilities available on the most popular long-haul airlines. The research is available in the table below. The research…
Get 2016 Wi-Fi details for UK airports here Many travellers now rate their smart phones and tablets as travel necessities. Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping savvy travellers to stay online by comparing the Wi-Fi access available at UK…
With several countries adopting a more conservative attitude towards visiting tourists, including the Egyptian government’s announcement that they were banning alcohol licensing in new developments outside of Cairo, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping UK holidaymakers to understand the…
With the pound recently falling further against the value of the Dollar and Euro, banks and money exchange services have reported record sales in travel money orders with Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Money seeing online orders for foreign currency almost tripling…
Travellers from the UK enjoy the luxury of an EU passport, allowing them to travel freely in Europe without restrictions and having to worry about visas. However, anyone intending to travel further afield should be aware of the visa regulations…
With 2013 well under way and many of us still feeling the consequences of over-indulging during the Christmas holidays, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), the leading UK airport parking specialist, has compiled a comprehensive guide comparing the cost of detox…
As a result of skiing holiday prices in Europe decreasing by an average of 5.7% year on year* and with the ski season upon us, Airport Parking and Hotels is helping skiers and snowboarders to save even more money by…
In order to help couples save money this Valentine’s Day Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.COM) has compared the most popular romantic cities across Europe and highlighted the costs involved for couples wanting a weekend romantic city break. The research compares…
Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), the UK’s award-winning airport parking specialists, is helping holidaymakers returning to the UK avoid fines by highlighting the duty free limits when returning from the EU and beyond. The full table, available to download, can…
Our research found the majority of airlines include a small snack and drinks on short haul flights. Emirates, Cathay Pacific, Quantas Group, Virgin Atlantic and Thai Airways provide a range of meal options, hot, cold and alcoholic beverages all inclusive…
Get 2016 Wi-Fi details for UK airports here A recent survey by BDRC Continental found that 49% of business travellers are “very likely” to replace their number one choice hotel brand for one that offers free Wi-Fi*. The research compares…
A recent survey* by Skyscanner reported that 86% of travellers are against the use of mobile phones on planes, saying no to the ‘Dial High Club’. With several airlines already allowing mobile phone calls during their flights, Airport Parking and…
Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has put together a table outlining the costs of using phone and internet services when in flight. This technology is still relatively new but demand is at an all-time high and airlines are responding quickly.…
There are a number of hidden costs to travel. Holidaymakers flying out from Spanish Airports must now pay an increase in their Spanish airport departure tax of £6, as a result of the Spanish 2012 budget passing into law on…
In the summer, many surfing enthusiasts travel abroad to catch some waves. Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) has compiled a comprehensive guide to surf luggage allowance and charges implemented by airlines in order to help travellers plan ahead. The…
With weather forecasters predicting snow and below freezing temperatures across the UK this winter, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), the leading airport parking specialist, is helping motorists plan ahead with a selection of top tips for driving in winter weather…
With only six months to go until London hosts the 2012 Games, it appears many Londoners are looking to escape the capital this summer. ABTA’s recent survey found that 12% of the Britons surveyed are intending to travel overseas specifically…
Holiday companies including British Airways and Thomson are anticipating a bumper booking period for winter sun destinations from 6th January onwards due to the “New Year blues”. In order to help winter-sun-worshippers choose the right holiday destination, Airport Parking and…
Many of us are glued to our mobiles everyday. Yet many travellers feel too scared of being overcharged to use their phone abroad. Whilst many people advocate using a holiday to switch off from the world for some that’s just…
APH has compiled a table of European driving laws to keep you from getting a nasty rap to the wrist. If you are thinking about driving in Europe you need to be aware that rules and regulations for driving vary…
Sometimes the extra charges involved in airport parking can seem confusing and unnecessary. To make your life simpler and increase understanding we’ve created a handy table to break down those supposedly pesky extra charges so you can see what you…
From check-in to on-board meals APH rounds up which are the most child friendly airlines in a handy table. Considering the cost of those pesky excess baggage charges it’s heartening to see that a number of airlines will let you…
Thinking about driving abroad? Be aware that rules and regulations for driving vary across countries, including legal driving ages, breakdown laws and seatbelt laws. The table below gives the rules and regulations of driving in France, Italy, Spain, Germany and…
We have updated this list of countries that use the euro currency. Please view the 2017 list of euro and non-euro currency countries here. Amazingly over half of European countries don’t actually use the Euro! Airport Parking and Hotels (APH),…
