Heathrow Airport parking explained – Top advice on how to save time and money from a seasoned traveller

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Jan 012021
 

London Heathrow is the World’s busiest airport, with around 90 different airlines who between them, offer a choice of over 200 domestic, European and international destinations. Over 67 Million passengers travel through the Airport each year, so it’s hardly surprising that finding the right Heathrow parking to suit your needs can be such a nightmare – time consuming and expensive. However, the key to finding the right parking for your needs, at the right price, is now divulged for your reading pleasure…

There are various Heathrow parking options available to passengers travelling through the Airport depending on budget, length of stay and level of service required. Determining which Heathrow parking option will best suit your needs is the first step:

+ Standard Heathrow Parking
Heathrow short term parking is perfect for collecting or dropping off passengers, or for short trips. Any cars left unattended in the set down or pick up areas, will be towed away by the police and a release fee will be incurred. Therefore, if you need to leave your car unattended, motorists must park in the Heathrow short stay car parks available at each Terminal.

+ Business Heathrow Parking
For travellers that need parking for up to three or four days and require greater speed and convenience, the business car parks are located closer to the terminals than the other Heathrow long term parking options, and offer a more frequent courtesy coach transfer.

+ Heathrow Long Term Parking
For passengers travelling away for more than a few days, Heathrow long term parking is recommended. This is where the minefield begins. There are a huge number of different options available for Heathrow parking, and many companies competing for your business. Keep reading for tips on how to make your Heathrow parking decision and get the best price.

+ Heathrow BAA Parking Options
Long term Heathrow BAA parking is situated in the area surrounding Heathrow Airport and offers secure parking and a courtesy bus transfer that runs every 10 minutes. However, passengers using this option must leave plenty of time as the transfer to the airport takes approximately 20 minutes.

+ Meet and Greet Heathrow Airport Parking
If you find bus transfers and off-site Heathrow parking a hassle, meet and greet Heathrow Airport Parking offers customers a convenient valet service. Amongst many benefits, travellers can check-in within minutes of arriving at the airport and drive away minutes after clearing customs.

+ Heathrow Park & Stay
For passengers that would like to relax before they travel or that have an early flight, park and stay is available at the Hilton Hotel, Terminal 4. The package includes one night in the Hilton hotel and nine days parking.

Now we’ve looked at all the options, ‘how do I make sure I get the best quote to save me money?’, I hear you ask…

+ Choose the best option for your needs: Whether this be standard or business Heathrow parking, Heathrow long term parking, Heathrow BAA parking, meet and greet or park and stay
+ Pre-book: Booking Heathrow parking in advance will secure your parking space
+ Discounts: Online bookings will normally reward you with a further discount
+ Save time, find the right price and compare your options: Use an online Heathrow airport parking price checker to make sure you are not paying over the odds. A price checker enables you to compare parking prices online.

The best Heathrow airport parking price checker that I have found to compare Heathrow airport car parking is www.helpmetravel.co.uk.

+ Truly Independent – so they get the best deals on parking prices and pass them on to you
+ Better Rates – the Company goes direct to the Heathrow BAA parking and other parking operators so they can negotiate better rates
+ Monitor Competitors – to ensure they offer you the best prices
+ Information in one screen shot – so you can instantly see the best option and price for your needs
+ Book online – traipsing around for the best Heathrow parking is a thing of the past!

So next time you travel away, just follow the Heathrow parking tips in this simple guide, and you’re away – more relaxed and with a few extra pennies in your pocket.

New Market Niche in Outsourcing

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Dec 262020
 

Why do large and progressive businesses outsource? Cost cutting would be the expected answer. Yet, recent studies have shown that such a trend is changing. No.1 reason why companies outsource these days is not just to save but to “Reach Untapped Markets”


Consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers stated in their 2005 Global CEO Survey Bold, Ambitious, Careful Choices, that corporations want a shot at getting a niche out of emerging markets especially in China and India. Globalization is now not only viewed as unstoppable, but an asset in the realization of business goals. Samuel DiPiazza, chief executive of PricewaterhouseCoopers International even stated that majority of CEO’s see it as a potential means to get new customers.


Both local and international companies have expressed positive feelings over this shift and only 12% view such a change as negative. Executives in developing countries have welcomed multinational endeavors since they see it as a way to exchange ideas and technologies, even open up business deals with new partners.


Although all eyes are focused on China, other developing countries are being considered by these bosses in their offshore plans. Countries with highly skilled professional individuals adept at the sciences, upbeat and dynamic technologies are at the top of their list. These CEO’s believe they would not only limit their overhead costs by outsourcing, but be able to get consumers who are willing to buy their products and use their services.

There are still concerns raised by these executives regarding offshoring- like too much regulations, trade barriers, small incidents of corruption, but they strongly believe that big benefits far outweigh these challenges. Parts of globalization are risks, but when stakes are good, a larger return on investment is expected. This survey showed that businesses are opting to be flexible and open to long-term changes set to occur and are greatly anticipating such diversification. CEOs are optimistic about the future. 90 percent expressed confidence in their companies’ prospects for revenue growth over the next 12 months. Nearly 40 percent are also engaged in offshoring or planning to do so.

PricewaterhouseCoopers’ 8th Annual Global CEO survey includes 1,300 CEOs in over 40 countries during the last 3 months of 2005. Chief executives survey breakdown indicates 25% worked for corporations with a turnover of $1bn a year and more, while half were leading firms that had a turnover of less than $500m.

Commercial Mortgage Overview

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Dec 222020
 

At present, commercial mortgages are the ideal way to finance the development of businesses, as they provide flexible and affordable financing solutions. For businesses confronted with severe financial difficulties, commercial mortgages are the best way to avoid bankruptcy and to re-achieve stability in the market; for growing businesses, commercial mortgages are perfect for financing business changes and improvements. Commercial mortgages can be used for a variety of purposes, such as: the purchase of business premises expansion, residential and commercial investment, property development, meeting the lenders’ criteria, etc.

Commercial mortgages basically refer to loans made using real estate properties as guarantee for repayment. Although commercial mortgages have similarities with residential mortgages, in the case of commercial loans the collateral (the security pledged for the repayment of the loan) is a type of commercial building or a business real estate, not a type of residential property. Consequently, commercial mortgage deals are generally closed by businesses, not individuals, and unlike in the case of residential mortgages, borrowers have to present with solid credibility and creditworthiness in order to receive a substantial loan.

The terms and conditions of commercial mortgages greatly vary from a regional perspective; for instance, commercial mortgage policies in the United States differ from those closed in the UK in aspects such as the length of the loan, the length of time allowed until balloon payment (total payoff of the loan) and so on. However, the most pronounced variations of commercial mortgages are in areas such as interest rates, which are established by the local market.

In order to get the most out of a commercial mortgage, it is crucial to pay the right attention to interest rates, the duration of the loan and the repayment schedule stipulated in the contract (these are interrelated variables that can substantially influence the quality and the efficiency of any underwritten commercial mortgage). It is important to note that there is no right or wrong way to negotiate the conditions of a commercial mortgage; however, it is crucial to opt for the repayment plan that best suits your business’ needs and your financial possibilities.

Commercial mortgage interest rates can be categorized in two distinctive groups, each having specific advantages and disadvantages: commercial fixed rates and commercial variable interest rates. Commercial fixed interest rates are ideal on the premises of continuously rising interest rates on the market; they are preferred by business owners who want to stabilize the monthly payment amount. By choosing a commercial fixed rate, one can also incur an “early redemption charge” (ERC), which basically acts like this: after the previously established fixed rate period of repayment has expired, the borrower benefits from an extended period of repayment, with the condition to pay a variable rate established by the lender from that point on. The ERC has been adopted by many categories of commercial loan providers, thus allowing borrowers to overcome any emerging financial problems during the period of repayment.

The commercial variable interest rate is primarily influenced by the changes in the base rate established by the Bank of England. This type of commercial interest rate also fluctuates according to the local market rates and other factors, and should be avoided in highly unstable markets. Before choosing commercial variable interest rates for your loan, it is crucial to do an extensive research of the market in order to efficiently forecast the short-term and long-term evolution of the market interest rates. If the market prediction is favorable and the interest rates are expected to drop significantly, then the variable interest rate is the indicated choice; otherwise, one should opt for the fixed interest rate.

The process of closing the right commercial mortgage deal has many subtleties and involves performing an entire series of specific tasks. In order to get the most out of a taken commercial mortgage and to overcome any impediments over the period of the loan, it is crucial to employ the services of a prominent, highly reputed commercial mortgage brokerage company.

Contract mobile phones: Buy a mobile from your house

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Dec 192020
 

Mobile phones have become indispensable in today’s world. Whether it is the camera phones, the imates or the MDA’s, mobile phones are the modern gizmos without which our lives are unimaginable.

Mobile phone deals have facilitated mobile buying like never before. Many easy and cheap mobile phone deals are available online. All you need to do avail online mobile phone deals is to go online, browse through the various deals and choose the one that fits your requirements the most.

Contract mobile phones offer you the best and the latest handsets from Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson and Motorola. You get these handsets at affordable tariff plans at free line rentals, free accessories and free insurance. You can even get a handset free of cost. Online market is now flooded with these offers. Many leading service providers like Vodafone, Virgin and T-mobile are offering lucrative contract mobile phone deals. All that needs to be done to buy a contract mobile phone is to sign up with the specific service provider.

Many things have to be kept in consideration when availing these deals. You can workout your own profile, whether you need more video messages or more talktime or more SMS’s. Apart, from your requirements and preferences, you should also take your budget into consideration. The online mobile shops allow you to compare the prices of different mobile phone deals and choose the best one. Infact, with the competition on the rise among the service providers mobile phone deals are updated regularly.

So, you have to be on a constant look out for the best deal. The various examples of deals that are available are 12 month free line rental deals, half line rental deals etc. At the end of the tariff period you can upgrade to a higher tariff plan if you so desire. Mobile phone deals have really bought mobile buying within the comforts of our homes.

Cheap Car Accessories Are Easiest Found On The Web

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Dec 152020
 

For people that haven’t lived a lot of years it’s hard to believe that a couple of decades ago you had to actually go to the dealership whenever you needed some car accessories.

Back in those days, there were specialized shops and mail order catalogs where you could find stuff. Even when automobile parts and accessories became more readily available, the prices remained high. What is wrong?, many people asked.

Factories that produce car parts and accessories know they will sell whatever they make. They know that lots of people need it. Even automotive resellers raised the prices, knowing that those who needed the stuff would certainly buy it. So, for us ordinary car owners, it ends up that the accessories and things we need are inordinately expensive.

A few years back, along came the internet. BOOM! Things suddenly changed, and the changes were good for you and me, the consumers. Now, all over the web there are dealers selling the exact same things for a fraction of what you would pay at a dealership or reseller.

For a reasonable price you can get everything from engine parts to quality windshield covers and save money.
You don’t even have to leave the comfort of your own home. The time you had to load your trunk with heavy, expensive stuff is over. Now you can sit down and relax with your cup of coffee and the TV on and shop and order what you want online. It will be delivered straight to your door in matter of days.

Her are some tips for taking advantage of this great deal:

-Scour the web for good deals on all the car parts you need. You will find amazing deals that leave your local store in the dust.

-You don’t have to toss and turn at night anymore, worrying about how you are going pay for all those things you need for your car.

-You will have your mind blown by these prices. Keep looking and expect low prices, and you will find things so dirt cheap you won’t believe it!

Online Shopping: a consumer’s perspective

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Dec 112020
 

“Don’t open a shop, unless you like to smile.” This Chinese proverb seems to be finding many quality takers when it comes to online shopping. There were no second thoughts ever on the importance of having a smiling customer and the fact has only been accentuated over the years.

If online shopping is a buzzword, it is consumers who have inflated the air surrounding it and created the aura. But as it goes, privileges are accountable for responsibilities and truly so the onus lies on online shoppers to identify and segregate from the myriads of online shopping websites, the one which is apropos to their needs, fair in its deals and believe in transparency rather than obscurity of information. Phew!!! Is it too much to ask for or can be attributed as a fair amount of attentiveness on the part of online shoppers. The answer does not lie in spontaneity but demands observation, comparison and above all patience which needless to say lie in the domain of consumers.

There are certain key questions that a consumer needs to answer before deciding on an online shopping website to buy a product (viz. gifts, clothes, gadgets, mobiles) or services (e.g. secured loans, unsecured loans, life insurance, home insurance etc.). How safe are the information which he is putting in while registering or shopping with a website, the quantity and quality of retailers listed, how competitive are the deals offered (here one needs to compare it with other websites for discounts and cashbacks) and last but not the least how true to its words that website is?

The idea is not to be apprehensive but to be careful, attentive and aware. Online shopping has certainly gained momentum and the consumers need to keep the pace with these websites and make the most out of the options available rather than getting disconcerted.

Manchester Airport parking explained – Top advice on how to save time and money from a seasoned traveller

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Dec 032020
 

Manchester Airport is home to 95 tour operators offering passengers over 300 domestic and international destinations. Manchester Ringway International Airport handles nearly 20 million passengers per year, so it’s hardly surprising that finding the right Manchester Airport parking to suit your needs can be such a nightmare – time consuming and expensive. However, the key to finding the right parking for your needs, at the right price, is now divulged for your reading pleasure…

There are various Manchester Airport parking options available to passengers travelling through the Airport depending on budget, length of stay and level of service required. Determining which Manchester Airport parking option will best suit your needs is the first step:

+ Standard Manchester Airport Parking
Manchester short term parking is perfect for collecting or dropping off passengers, or for short trips. Any cars left unattended in the set down or pick up areas, will be towed away by the police and a release fee will be incurred. Therefore, if you need to leave your car unattended, motorists must park in the Manchester short stay car parks available at each Terminal.

+ Business Manchester Airport Parking
For travellers that need fast access through from parking to the airport can use the premier Park service. A car parking space will be pre-allocated, and on arrival, a staff member will have the booking details, take the car keys and park the car on your behalf. On your return, the car will be ready and waiting.

+ Manchester Long Term Parking
For passengers travelling away for more than a few days, Manchester long term parking is recommended. This is where the minefield begins. There are a huge number of different options available for Manchester Airport parking, and many companies competing for your business. The long stay car parks are serviced by regular shuttle bus services to the terminal buildings, running from every 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the car park you choose. Passengers using this option must leave plenty of time as the transfer to the airport takes from 30 to 50 minutes. Keep reading for tips on how to make your Manchester Airport parking decision and get the best price.

+ Meet and Greet Manchester Airport Parking
If you find bus transfers and off-site Manchester Airport parking a hassle, meet and greet Manchester Airport Parking offers customers a convenient valet service. Amongst many benefits, travellers can check-in within minutes of arriving at the airport and drive away minutes after clearing customs. A selection of meet and greet Manchester Airport Parking is available including standard valet service, undercover chauffeured parking or chauffeured parking with a wash and vacuum.

+ Disabled Parking at Manchester Airport
The blue badge scheme applies to car parks only as there is no waiting outside the terminal buildings themselves. All short stay car parks have dedicated parking bays for blue badge holders so ensure you take your badge with you. All long stay car parks have disabled parking bays situated near the entrances or reception office, however, to arrange long term parking closer to the terminal in the short stay car parks, passengers should call 0161 489 3732. Extra charges may apply and you will need to have your travel details and blue badge number handy.

Now we’ve looked at all the options, ‘how do I make sure I get the best quote to save me money?’, I hear you ask…

+ Choose the best option for your needs: Whether this be standard or business Manchester Airport parking, Manchester long term parking, meet and greet or disabled parking
+ Pre-book: Booking Manchester Airport parking in advance will secure your parking space
+ Discounts: Online bookings will normally reward you with a further discount
+ Save time, find the right price and compare your options: Use an online Manchester airport parking price checker to make sure you are not paying over the odds. A price checker enables you to compare parking prices online.

The best Manchester airport parking price checker that I have found to compare Manchester airport car parking is available on the Manchester Airport information site:

+ Truly Independent – so they get the best deals on parking prices and pass them on to you
+ Better Rates – the Company goes direct to the Manchester Airport parking operators so they can negotiate better rates
+ Monitor Competitors – to ensure they offer you the best prices
+ Information in one screen shot – so you can instantly see the best option and price for your needs
+ Book online – traipsing around for the best Manchester Airport parking is a thing of the past!

So next time you travel away, just follow the Manchester Airport parking tips in this simple guide, and you’re away – more relaxed and with a few extra pennies in your pocket.

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