Which? Airport Parking…..

May 7,2012

The consumer magazine, Which? published a report recently revealing the “do’s” and “don’ts” when it comes to getting the very best prices for airport parking in the UK.

The report which looked at 15 of the major airports in the UK advised that it is always much more expensive to just turn up to the airport and park your car; rather than booking in advance to benefit from parking discounts offering customers cheaper airport parking. Customers who turn up to park on the day can actually pay as much as three times more than customers who book airport parking in advance.

For example, Heathrow Airport’s own car park was revealed as having extremely high prices, with fees of around £120 per week when turning up on the day without a booking. Alternatively, for those customers booking in advance, they could expect to park on-airport at Heathrow for £63.80; or as little as £53.95 with Purple Parking at an off-site location close to Heathrow Airport.

The Which? report also found the cheapest parking options are available in advance, so the closer the booking is made to the date of travel the more it will cost. In addition, the report revealed that off-site airport parking is the cheapest option.

A spokesperson for Which? said: “Travellers from the UK’s major airports now have more choice than ever.

“However, this means prices can range from sublimely low to ridiculously high.

“And just because you pay for a particular service, such as meet-and-greet, it’s not guaranteed to take the strain out of your journey.”

So the moral of the story is DONT turn up to the airport on the day if you are hoping to benefit from reasonable airport parking prices. Instead, DO make sure you book well in advance to benefit from cheap airport parking.

Just in case you are unsure of your options when it comes to airport car parking, we have included the following information which helps to clear things up for you:

• Off Airport Parking

These car parks are located off the airport but are usually situated very close to the airport complex. There are usually several off airport car parks nearby UK airports for the customer to choose from. It is usually better value for money to use this type of secure parking and very simple and easy to use.

Simply arrive at the car park reception, leave your car and keys and you will be transferred to the airport terminal by bus or coach. Your car will be parked for you by a member of the parking staff within the secure car park compound.

Many of the Off-Airport Car Parks now offer hand car wash facilities, so you could also get your car cleaned whilst you relax and enjoy your holiday.

Off-airport parking is usually the cheapest option for airport parking, so may be the best solution if you are on a tight holiday budget.

• On Airport Parking

These car parks operate a self-park car parking system as they are located within or adjacent to the airport. This makes for very convenient car parking at the airport.

The customer will be required to park their own vehicle upon arrival and then walk to their terminal as most of the car parks are within easy walking distance.

Alternatively, for those On-Airport Car Parks which are slightly further away from the terminals a courtesy bus will usually be provided.

• Meet and Greet

Meet and Greet airport parking is the equivalent to Valet parking and is the most convenient way for you to park. You simply arrive at the airport terminal to be greeted by a car park representative who will make a quick check of the vehicle, then transfer your car to a secured car park for you. This leaves you free to start your holiday with ease.

At the end of your holiday the car parking representative will meet you outside the airport terminal and deliver your car back to you.

Meet and Greet airport parking is by far the quickest way to park; it offers the best option for those customers travelling to tight deadlines, who do not wished to be delayed after long-haul flights or families who wish to have the least disruption on their holiday.

Meet and Greet airport parking is usually the most expensive way to park at the airport and you need to be sure the airport parking company are insured to offer this type of service.

Go Park ‘n’ Fly offers all three parking options, so be sure to book well in advance with us to benefit from cheap airport parking.

Cheap Airport Parking gets a facelift

May 5,2012

Well, not literally; but the Go Park ‘n’ Fly website is currently getting a new look and feel to make it easier for our customers to book those all important travels extra’s.

We have decided to give the cheap airport parking website a re-design to give our customers the best opportunity to find exactly what they are looking for when searching the internet for cheap Airport Parking, Airport Hotels with Parking, Airport Lounges, Travel Insurance and even Car Hire.

Go Park ‘n’ Fly have everything you need to enhance your holiday experience, so we want to give our customers a friendlier, more easy site to navigate to find exactly what they are looking for.

Not only do we sell holiday extra’s, but we also provide customers with that all important information regarding UK airports, airport car parks and many travel tips to make sure you get the best out of your experience.

The Go Park ‘n’ Fly website will be developed and enhanced over the next few weeks, so make sure you check back regularly to see what changes are being made.

Remember, if you have any constructive feedback, then you can always contacts us to give us your thoughts and any useful tips as to how we could improve our website for you; our customer at goparknfly@gmail.com

 

10% off Airport Parking

May 2,2012

Are you getting away this May Bank Holiday?

If so, grab yourself a cheap airport parking deal by pre-booking with Go Park ‘n’ Fly today as we can help you to save 10% at all participating car parks throughout the UK.

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Goparknfly make it easy to make all those necessary cheap airport parking arrangements at the click of a mouse button with our user-friendly online booking system.

When you choose to pre-book airport parking with us you could take advantage of the 10% discount offered by APH at any of the three types of participating car parks explained below:

• Secured Off-Airport Parking

These car parks are off the airport but are usually located very close to the airport complex. There are usually several off airport car parks nearby the UK airports for the customer to choose from. It is usually better value for money to use this type of secure parking and very simple and easy to use. Simply arrive at the car park reception, leave your car and keys and you will be transferred to the airport terminal by bus or coach. Your car will be parked for you by a member of the parking staff within the car park compound. Many of the Secured Off-Airport Car Parks now offer hand car wash facilities, so you could now get your car cleaned whilst you relax and enjoy your holiday. This is usually the cheapest option for airport parking, so may be the best solution if you are on a tight holiday budget.

• On-Airport Parking

These care parks operate a self-park car parking system as they are located within or adjacent to the airport. This makes for very convenient car parking at the airport. The customer will be required to park their own vehicle upon arrival and then walk to their terminal as most of the car parks are within easy walking distance. Alternatively, for those On-Airport Car Parks which are slightly further away from the terminals a courtesy bus will usually be provided.

• Meet and Greet

This is the equivalent to Valet parking and is the most convenient way for you to park. You simply arrive at the airport terminal to be greeted by a car parking representative who then transfers your car to a secured car park for you which leaves you free to start your holiday with ease. At the end of your holiday the car parking representative will deliver your car back to you at the airport. This service is by far the quickest way to park. It offers the best option for those customers travelling to tight deadlines, who do not wished to be delayed after long-haul flights or families who wish to have the least disruption on their holiday. This is probably the most expensive way to park at the airport and you need to be sure the airport car parking company are insured to offer this type of service.

In addition to cheap airport car parking, Goparknfly also offer our customers a choice of airport hotels, the option to book into an airport lounge,buy  travel insurance and organise car hire.

Book early to make the most of cheap BHX parking

April 30,2012

Birmingham Airport is a firm favorite for holiday makers travelling oversea’s, so cheap airport parking can sell out quick.

Airport car parking may not be your main priority after booking your holiday but in order to guarantee your BHX Parking, be sure to book well in advance.

If you turn up to a car park on the day to find there are no car parking spaces available at the airport, it could lead to a very stressful start to your onward journey. Or it could end up costing you a small fortune with the high drive-in rates at the on airport car parks.

If you are departing from Birmingham Airport, pre-booking a cheap car parking space could not be easier as there are BHX parking facilities available within and close to the airport complex.

On airport parking

If you are interested in airport parking as close to Birmingham Airport as you can get, then you would be best to book well in advance for an on airport car park within the airport complex.

On-airport car parks at Birmingham Airport operate a self-parking system which makes for very convenient car parking at the airport. Customers just park their own vehicle and then walk to the terminal building; or jump on a courtesy bus if required.

On airport car parks at Birmingham are as follows:

• Short and Medium Stay 1 – located across the road from BHX airport terminal
• Short and Medium Stay 2& 3 – self park car park located directly adjacent to the terminal building
• Birmingham Long Stay 1 – has the Park Mark® Safer Parking Award and has suitable Disabled parking facilities

Off airport parking

If you are interested in off airport parking at Birmingham Airport, you have three options.

These off airport car parks offer you cheap airport parking as they feature transfer services. This means you don’t have to worry about getting to the airport terminal after you’ve parked your car securely.

• Birmingham APH Car Park – located just 15 minutes away from Birmingham Airport with transfers running 24 hours per day
• Birmingham APH Summer Parking – is the closest airport car park to Birmingham airport. Transfers run every 10 to 15 minutes and the courtesy coaches are scheduled 24 hours a day

Meet and Greet

Meet and Greet airport parking  is ideal for people who require extra assistance when parking at Birmingham Airport. It also offers the best option for customers travelling to deadlines, those who don’t wish to be delayed after long flights or just for families who want the least disruption after their holiday.

If you have decided to book this BHX parking option, you need to provide your inbound and outbound flight numbers, airport terminal data, contact information as well as car details.

• Aardvark Meet and Greet Parking Birmingham – an ideal service for travellers on a tight time schedule and avoids the need for transfers
• Meteor Meet and Greet (Meet and Greet) – allows you to drop off and pick up your car at Birmingham Airport. It’s great for travellers who need extra assistance or simply require greater convenience

As you can see, there are various options available when choosing the right parking at Birmingham Airport (BHX). Remember that the earlier you book, the more car parks are available and the cheaper it could be.

BHX Parking becomes most popular for Go Park ‘n’ Fly

April 27,2012

It seems the most searched for term in Google that’s currently getting traffic to Go Park ‘n’ Fly is BHX PARKING; this is probably due to the fact that Birmingham Airport (BHX) is such a popular airport due to its location in the Midlands and also the fact that we offer our customers cheap airport parking.

Go Park ‘n’ Fly provide airport parking at four different car parks within the Birmingham Airport complex; these consist of Short / Medium 1, 2 and 3 multi-storey car parks and also Long-stay 1 car park.

All of BHX Airport complex car parks are located very close to the terminal buildings, so are within walking distance; although there are also frequent bus transfers for those who wish to take a short bus journey with heavy luggage.

Customers need not worry about the security of their vehicles as all of the on airport car parks at Birmingham are accredited with the Park Mark Safer Parking award, they have CCTV and regular security patrols take place to protect your vehicle.

On airport car parks can be a little costlier that alternative airport parking arrangements, but this is purely due to the convenience they offer.

The alternative airport parking solutions available include off airport parking and the newer meet and greet option. Go Park ‘n’ Fly offer a total of eight airport car parks from you to choose from for BHX parking , so we have something to suit all personal requirements and budgets.

Go Park ‘n’ Fly’s off airport car parks offer the cheapest airport parking facilities due to their location as transfers are required to get you to the airport terminal.

On airport car parks are slightly more expensive as the offer more convenience with being located close to the terminal buildings and are located within walking distance.

Meet and Greet airport parking is the most expensive option as it offers ultimate convenience. This is excellent for anyone who may be working to tight deadlines, a family travelling with lots of luggage or someone who may require additional assistance with parking their vehicle.

Although BHX parking is currently the most popular search term for Go Park ‘n’ Fly, we also offer cheap airport parking at 21 other UK airports / ports.

BHX Parking could not be easier

April 25,2012

If you have done an internet search for BHX PARKING then the chances are that you are looking for cheap airport parking from Birmingham Airport (BHX). Look no further as Go Park ‘n’ Fly can offer you a choice of airport parking facilities available within and close to Birmingham airport complex.

We recommend you pre-book BHX parking as far in advance as possible as this will usually give you a larger choice of car parks, enable you to save money and get the best deals on your chosen car park. It also gives you peace of mind of a guaranteed car parking space.

On airport parking options

If you are mostly interested in cheap airport parking as close to the airport as you can get, then you would be best to book into an on-airport car park located in the airport complex.

On-airport car parks at Birmingham Airport operate a self-parking system which makes for fast, convenient car parking at the airport. Customers simply park their vehicle and then walk to the terminal building.

On-airport BHX parking options are as follows:

• Short and Medium Stay 1 – located across the road from the terminal
• Short and Medium Stay 2& 3 – self park car park located adjacent to the terminal building
• Birmingham Long Stay 1 – has a Park Mark® Safer Parking Award and has suitable Disabled parking facilities

Off airport parking options

The off airport car parks offer you a cheaper alternative to on-airport parking as they feature transfer services. This means after you’ve parked your care securely you will be transferred by bus to the airport terminal.

Off-airport BHX parking options are as follows:

• Birmingham APH Car Park – located just 15 minutes away from Birmingham Airport with transfers running 24 hours per day
• Birmingham APH Summer Parking – is the closest airport car park to the BHX Birmingham airport. Transfers run every 10 to 15
  minutes and the courtesy coaches are scheduled 24 hours a day

This solution offers you access to cheap airport parking.

Meet and greet services

The ‘meet and greet’ BHX parking service is a convenient option for people who may require assistance when parking at Birmingham Airport; alternatively it also offers the best option for customers travelling to deadlines, those who don’t wish to be delayed after long flights
or just for families who want the least disruption after their holiday.

Meet and Greet BHX parking options are as follows:

• Aardvark Meet and Greet Parking Birmingham – an ideal service for travellers on a tight time schedule and avoids the need for
  transfers
• Meteor Meet and Greet (Meet and Greet) – allows you to drop off and pick up your car at Birmingham Airport. It’s great for travellers who need extra assistance or simply require greater convenience

As you can see, BHX parking could not be easier as there are various options available to suit all budgets.

Just keep in mind that the earlier you book, the more car parks are available and the cheaper it could be.

Belfast Airport (BFS) Parking made easy

April 23,2012

Go Park ‘n’ Fly recommend you pre-book your airport parking for Belfast Airport as far in advance as possible to enable you to secure your parking space and to save you money by getting the best deal at the Killead Air Lodge car park.

Finding cheap airport parking could represent a significant saving which may not be available to holidaymakers who just turn up to Belfast airport in hope that a parking space will be available as there is just one option for off airport parking at Belfast Airport.

Killead Air Lodge off airport car park offers a cheaper alternative to on airport parking it requires a short transfer service to get you to your departure location. This means that you don’t have to worry about getting to the airport terminal after you’ve parked your car securely as
we do that for you.

Belfast Killead Air Lodge Car Parking facility is located only half a mile from Belfast International Airport. Transfers are run via the courtesy bus which is available on demand. The transfer itself only takes 5 minutes and the buses run 24 hours a day, so it does not matter what time you arrive at Air Lodge as there will always be a bus waiting for you.

You can rest assured that your car will be safe during your holiday as this airport parking facility is manned 24 hours a day, has security fencing and security lighting and regular security patrols take place.

Please note that additional charges may apply for vans and minibuses but that trailers, caravans, motor homes and lorries are not permitted to park at this airport parking facility.

Positive customer reviews for airport parking

April 21,2012

Go Park ‘n’ Fly prides itself on only using some of the best  airport car parks which has recently been confirmed by customer service questionnaires  undertaken by APH customers.

APH have been surveying their customers’ experience of their car parks and the other airport car parks which are sold by Go Park ‘n’ Fly.

Customer service questionnaires are the only way APH can be sure they’re doing things right and to find out where they can improve things for all our customers.

The questionnaire asks for feedback on all aspects of the customers experience including the service  at the airport parking facility for example. Each aspect has been rewarded  marks out of 10.

See below for the customer’s  top 5 airport parking facilities.

Sentinel Security Park, Leeds Bradford Airport

Convenience rating 9/10

Quality rating 9/10

Likelihood to rebook 9/10

This off airport car park consistently achieves one  of our highest customer satisfaction scores achieving an enviable nine out of  10 for convenience, quality and likelihood to rebook. Located just ½ mile from  the terminal customers just need to hop on the free courtesy bus which will transfer them quickly and easily to the terminal.

Park & Fly, Newcastle Airport

Convenience rating 9/10

Quality rating 9/10

Likelihood to rebook 9/10

An off-airport car park, Park & Fly at  Newcastle Airport is a secure car park and holds the Park Mark® Safer Parking  Award. A mini-coach transfers customers from the car park to right outside the  terminal building and staff are often complimented on their helpful and  professional manner, helping this car park achieve one of our highest levels of  customer satisfaction for convenience, quality and likelihood to rebook.

APH Hams Hall, Birmingham Airport

Convenience rating 8/10

Quality rating 9/10

Likelihood to rebook 9/10

Located just 15 minutes away from Birmingham  Airport, APH Hams Hall operates a valet service where customers’ cars are  parked for them. Transfer services run on demand to help reduce waiting times.  This car park prides itself in its high level of return customers due to the
helpful service and attitude of the whole Birmingham team.

APH Gatwick Airport

Convenience rating 8/10

Quality rating 9/10

Likelihood to rebook 9/10

This is where APH started airport parking over 30  years ago – the very first APH owned and operated car park just 10-15 minutes  away from Gatwick airport. With many satisfied customers, some have been using  this car park for 30 years.

APH Manchester Airport

Convenience rating 8/10

Quality rating 9/10

Likelihood to rebook 9/10

This off-airport valet parking car park is just 15  minutes away by transfer bus from Manchester Airport. Run by a family team that are often complimented on their warm professional service, this car park receives  near perfect marks from customers for the quality of service and likelihood to rebook.

Prepare for possible travel disruption over Easter Holidays

April 2,2012

With  the fuel tanker strikes still looming, our leading travel extra’s company urges holiday makers to prepare for a potentially difficult journey to their airport and to allow plenty of time to get there.

For those travellers who have an early check-in, an airport hotel could prove to be the ideal way to keep the beginning of the Easter getaway hassle free.

The decision to stay before the flight is made considerably easier with the price of airport hotels and parking remaining affordable, for instance: A family room at a Gatwick hotel starts from just £85.00 – and that includes eight days’ holiday parking.

If the situation worsens, customers can cancel their car parking and airport hotel bookings and get a full refund, as long as they have purchased a non-refundable discounted option.

Len McCluskey, general secretary of Unite, who represents the fuel tanker drivers, refused to rule out the possibility that any strike would be held over the Easter holiday.

Online investment pays off for Purple Parking

April 2,2012

Airport parking specialists Purple Parking has announced that traffic, revenue and transactions for the first two months of 2012 have significantly increased as a result of its investment in online activity.

Total traffic to Purple Parking’s website increased by 44% in January and February 2012 compared to the same months in 2011. Revenue generated from web traffic is also up by 82% for the same period, as are transactions which have seen an impressive 88% year-on-year increase.

The increases are as a result of Purple Parking moving more of their investment online and away from offline activity such as print advertising. For example, during the past year the airport parking specialists launched its mobile commerce site to service the increase in traffic from mobile devices and invested in search engine optimisation (SEO). Another contributing factor is the increase in people looking to book their Heathrow Parking product through a Google search.

Oliver Inwards, Head of Online at Purple Parking, commented: “These figures are extremely pleasing and shows we were right to focus the majority of spend on building our online presence.

As more and more of our customers use the internet to search for and book the airport parking that they need, we needed to ensure that our website was not only easy to find, but that we invested in making it both faster and easier to use.

We’re always looking at ways to stay at the forefront of our industry so we expect to continue improving our online presence where possible by listening to and responding to the demands of our customers.

For example, we’ve recently added a travel advice section covering helpful topics such as how to cope with travel stress and details of ski baggage allowances for the major airlines.”

Sales of airport parking traditionally increase from July to September, so if these trends continue then Purple Parking is set for a busy summer. The company which has been parking cars for over 25 years operates at 23 airports throughout the UK and offers three different types of parking options; meet and greet, park and ride and park and ride premium.