Peter Rodger from the Road safety charity, the IAM (www.iam.org.uk), have provided the following essential advice to those driving in France this summer. – In France all drivers and motorcyclists (excluding mopeds) need to carry a breathalyser kit, with two disposable breathalysers. The breathalyser must meet the NF standards (similar to the BSI here in […]
Category: Travel Tips
Why a Driving Holiday?
Driving holidays from the UK to France and beyond are becoming more and more popular by the day. The freedom offered by taking one’s own transport on holiday is truly unique in the opportunities and ease it can bring. The decision to take a driving holiday this season can save you money, hassle and time. […]
Options for travel to the South of France
If you are planning a trip to the South of France to spend some time on the ski slopes or to visit the lovely fields of lavender, then you likely are thinking about making travel arrangements so that you can prepare for your holiday properly. Generally speaking there are two easy ways to get into […]
RAC Guide to Driving Abroad
One in three motorists surveyed by RAC are gearing up to drive in Europe this year, but research from the motoring organisation reveals that many don’t have a clue what it will cost to drive abroad or what to do when it all goes wrong. 35% of motorists surveyed have no idea what to do […]
Speed Limit Guidance
With over eight million motorists taking to the road each year while on holiday abroad, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) is helping ‘designated drivers’ this summer by highlighting the different speed limits in ten of the most popular holiday destinations for 2009. The table can be found at www.aph.com/drivingabroad and highlights the speed limits in […]
Weekend Breaks In Paris
Weekend breaks in Paris, simpler than ever With financial uncertainty setting in many of us are worried about not being able to go away on holiday this year, the usual family jaunt to Spain and Greece or further a field destinations like Florida are looking less likely to be visited in the numbers that have […]