Tagged With "Van rental"
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Van Gogh Museum takes a new look at Vincent
Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum is marking the 125th anniversary of his death by refocusing the display of its collection to change the focus of how we look at the artist; in their words "to discover the ideas and ambitions behind his art" and present "a...
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Credit Card Car Rental Insurance Options
I know auto rental insurance is not usually a good deal if you purchase it at the car rental place at the time and different credit cards already include the coverage if you book the rental with the card. I was made aware of the American Express Premium Car insurance available for AMEX cardholders and a few features make me think it might be worth the cost over their free coverage. First, it's considered primary coverage and you won’t have to file a claim with your insurance company first if...
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Zipcar adds more airports; tests one-way rentals
Zipcar, which rents cars by the hour to its members for short-term use, is expanding its on-airport locations, adding seven more for a total of over 50. The new ones include Orlando and Tampa. For those who aren't familiar with Zipcar, it works...
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AAA predicts big bump in Memorial Day travel
Among the things that tell you summer is nearly here is the annual Memorial Day travel prediction from the American Automobile Association—and this year is no exception. Here are some of AAA's numbers: 37.2 million travelers (going more...
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Inspectors in Paris Fine Homeowners for Illegal Airbnb Rentals
Inspectors has been deployed to go to Airbnb rentals in some of the Paris' most touristy areas and this inspection program is expected to continue for the next few weeks. On the first day, 30 homeowners out of 80 properties inspected were...
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Etihad to fly A380 on New York route
Airbnb, move over. There's a new apartment available for short-term rental in New York, and it's on Etihad's A-380, which will begin New York-Abu Dhabi flights December 1. The only hitch, of course, is that if you take Etihad's "Residence by Etihad"...
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HomeAway: Who Do They Think They're Kidding?
Online vacation rental agency HomeAway is shelling out millions in advertising to get us to believe they're different than Airbnb. CEO Brian Sharples states, "... it’s more profitable for us to target being a better us than being a worse...
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Belgian hotel rents 'therapy goldfish'
For solo travelers on the road, a quiet companion. Or, a hotel's publicity stunt. You decide.
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Stockholm gets hybrid electric bikes
Stockholm will upgrade its bike rental system with new electric-option equipment and many more bikes.
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Now this is how you explore the sites of New Delhi
Around 7 million travelers from all over the world visit India every year. Most of them land at New Delhi Airport (Indira Gandhi International Airport), and from here they hire cabs or catch a train to starts their holidays in India. Along with this many travelers also give a day or two in Delhi to explore the tourist monuments of the city and observe the life at India's capital. In this post, I've tried to present a typical tour itinerary on how a traveler can enjoy a fantastic week (or max...
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No more TGV: France says 'Oui' to new name
France rebrands its TGV trains as 'inOui' as the country edges closer to rail competition and more discount flights.
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Car Rentals: More tech, shorter (or no) lines
Easy availability of car-sharing and ride-sharing are forcing car rental companies to rethink their long rental lines with a tech shake-up.
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Europe's new car rental rules: simplify, standardize
An agreement between EU officials and leading rental car companies should make renting in Europe a smoother experience.
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There's a long, long trail a-winding, at the airport
As airports get bigger and bigger, the distance within gets longer and longer...now you know the numbers!
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A Visit to Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum
Join Samantha on a visit to the memorial for the 168 who died when a right-wing terrorist destroyed a federal office building in 1995.
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Paris tightens the rules on Airbnb
New registration and tax rules are aimed at giving the city a better shot at enforcing the rules.
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Airbnb's rural listings gain popularity
Airbnb says its rural listings are growing rapidly, especially in areas near national and state parks.
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Airbnb to aid Milan refugee housing
Airbnb and Italian refugee relief groups pilot a way to use the short-term rental platform to find appropriate housing for refugees.
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UK charges big fraud in rental car repair
Europcar is accused of overcharging renters for car repairs, by as much as 300% in big-ticket scandal
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April 2, 2017: Van Cortland Park Cross Country Track
The Tortoise and the Hare mark the finish line of one of the most famous Cross-Country courses in the United States, in the Bronx, New York City.
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What It Means To Buy A Timeshare Rental?
Purchasing a timeshare can be an exciting time for your family, however since timeshares are often an impulse purchase it can also be a stressful time. Often owners become very confused on what to do when they can no longer use their Marriott Weeks or Destination Club Points. So, here we are sharing a few basics about timeshare rentals that will help you figure out ways to make best use of these purchases and get out these whenever you feel like. In case, you plan to purchase a timeshare in...
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Car Rental: Making it a bit easier
One of the worst moments in travel, for me, is getting there, getting off the plane, getting the bags, and then waiting forEVER at the car rental counter. I usually rent from Hertz, unless the price difference after my discount is big, and the main reason is Gold service that lets me bypass the counter, get in the car and go. Other companies have similar 'membership' arrangements. But I just found that it's worth checking around if you're renting from not-your-regular company; things are...
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Mallorca gets tough new tourism-control law
Mallorca and Ibiza call a halt to some rentals and set new rules for others in one of the stiffest responses to perceived 'overtourism.'
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September 20, 2017: House Boats on the Kerala Backwaters
Professor Abe's journey into the Kerala backcountry continues, today with a house boat cruise.
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Spotted on the Road. Torres Del Paine National Park
A wickedly decorated van parked in Torres del Paine National Park.
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Best Ways To Save Money During Your Travels
It’s definitely very possible to live life to the fullest. You can travel the world while you are young – don’t wait for you pension. You can see everywhere and everything you want to, following some intuitive money-saving tips. This article gives you the best advice, including some tips from experts! Talk to locals Locals have the best advice on what the best and most affordable attractions are in town. Making friends with locals is even better, as it secures connections across borders.
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Amsterdam tightens lock on Airbnb
Amsterdam's war on what it considers excess tourism impact takes a new twist with licensed short-term rentals with a ban in the city center.
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Amsterdam gets OK to ban tourist shops
Amsterdam's struggle against over-tourism gets a final OK from the country's courts.
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May 3, 2020: Social Distancing in Van Cortlandt Park
Jonathan L took advantage of a beautiful day to break quarantine, but maintain Social Distancing in the park.
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National Trust: More like 'Heir B&B'
Britain's National Trust adds a new listing to its collection of rentable vacation spaces in historic buildings.
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Best Underrated Places in Florida
Jose offers some suggestions for places you should visit in Florida (sponsored content)
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Airbnb to check 7 million listings
In the wake of a recent shooting and scam investigations, Airbnb pledges to inspect all seven million of its listings.
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what is the best transportation service you know in the caribbean?
Recently I was looking for a lot of options to travel to the Riviera Maya in specific. So I want to know which are the options that you consider as the best to move around the city. In my case were two sites that I managed to contact, if you have comments about these would like to know, because it is very important to get my method of transportation since my trip begins this weekend. City Car Rental and eTransfers I REALLY! appreciate ALL comments!!!!!!!
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How to Save Money While Traveling
Aman has some suggestions on how to stretch your money further while on your travels (sponsored content).
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Signs of Scotland
PHeymont shares a collection of signs seen on a recent trip to Edinburgh and Glasgow—ranging from whimsical to ironic to serious.
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How to Save Money While Traveling
Aman has some suggestions on ways to save money while abroad (sponsored content)
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Tips to Plan a Perfect Road Trip
Some suggestions for planning a great road trip (sponsored content)
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Cycling in Rome with an e-bike
Sponsored content presenting reasons for use of an e-bike in the Eternal City of Rome.
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Explore Rome with bikes
Looking for a novel way to explore Rome? A bike offers you an environmentally friendly way of getting around, with health benefits and loads of fun (sponsored content)
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Now Harry Potter's an Airbnb host!
Another newsworthy Airbnb listing: the house that starred in Harry Potter movies as his ancestral home in a village that stood in for Godric's Hollow.
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Toy Town Junction, Luray, Virginia (Where Gumbo was #355)
Gumbo was visiting the fascinating collection of old toys at Toy Town Junction. George G shares the experience.
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So Many Amazing Events and Reasons to Visit Orlando
Sponsored content about events and activities in the popular tourist destination of Orlando.
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Expedia takes stand in resort fee war
Expedia has adjusted its listing algorithm to push hotels with resort fees down the list, giving them new reason to reconsider the fees.
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LAX adds new hi-tech lost-and-found
A consolidated online lost-and-found, including TSA items, should make life easier for passengers leaving gear behind at LAX.
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Not just Airbnb: Half of Paris rent ads illegal
Rents are capped by new laws, but a consumer group survey found many violations in housing-tight Paris.
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Lots to Do in Virginia Beach
George G spends some family time at Virginia Beach and discovers its full of fun and more for every age.
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A Complete Guide to Buy Travel Insurance for your upcoming vacations
A one stop guide to digging deep and helping you find the right travel insurance for your trip (sponsored content)
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Hertz summer plan: raise prices, cap capacity
Hertz ad featured on a Ryanair jst Wikimedia / robot Just like the airlines, Hertz is adjusting capacity in search of greater profitability. And it's also doing something they're not doing at the...
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Spotted on the Road, Winnipeg, Canada
I did a double-take when I saw this little buggy. I was walking out of my father's apartment, heading to my car rental, when I spotted it parked there with all the other cars and trucks. It has to be the smallest 4 wheel motorized...
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SF's Airbnb law amended, faces more challenges
San Francisco's "Painted Ladies." Short-term rentals in San Francisco continue to raise controversy. San Francisco, one of the first cities to work out an arrangement for legalizing short-term rentals, has amended the law passed in October to...