Category : Product Updates

Watson’s Ayr Park, which provides car parking near Prestwick Airport, have announced they will be temporarily closing from the 5th of January 2010 to the 28th of February 2010 whilst undergoing maintenance and ground work.

Any customers who are due to arrive within these dates will be upgraded to the Prestwick Airport Long Stay Car Park 3, where their existing booking will be honoured.  Long Stay Car Park 3 is within walking distance of the terminal building and offers excellent security for your vehicle, including CCTV, high security fencing and regular security patrols.

If you are affected by this temporary closure and have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email us via our contact form and we will be happy to assist you.

As of the 1st of January 2010, Courtlands Parking at Heathrow Airport will be closing its doors.

Any customers who have pre-booked their parking at Courtlands for after the 1st of January (or any who are set to return after the 4th) will be upgraded to the Long Stay Car Park T1&3, which is located on-airport and features a convenient Automatic Number Plate Recognition system.

Heathrow location closing

Those travellers who are affected by this change will receive notice along with new arrival and departure procedures, and anyone with questions and concerns can write us using our handy contact form.

Although Courtlands at Heathrow is closing, there are plenty more outstanding car parks to choose from.  We recommend the gosimply Award-winning Quality Airport Parking, which is highly-rated by customers who have used their service.  If you prefer to drive straight to the terminal, check out Aardvark Meet and Greet, Meteor Parking or one of the other meet and greet parking services at Heathrow and experience how hassle-free airport parking can be.

Much like double-choc ice cream, double cream and double glazing – sometimes the best things in life just come in pairs, and now is the best time for some hot savings on our killer combination airport hotel and parking offers.

Our hotel and parking packages offer a cracking way of grabbing a night’s accommodation before your flight – often for little more than the cost of airport parking itself. Sound too good to be true? Read on……

Let’s face it, there’s nothing quite like waking up fresh and raring to go – car already parked with nothing more to worry about than a 5 minute jaunt to the airport terminal. It certainly beats those horribly early starts that leave you cream-crackered before you’ve even touched down. Even better, the combined savings we’re able to offer through our providers often means you get both for virtually the same cost  as one or the other. We think it’s also a great way to start your holiday a little early – and with savings like that, who’s arguing?

As with most offers, the earlier you book the better, and prices will vary according to the usual parameters such as availability, dates and so on.

So check out the unbeatable prices on our airport hotel and parking packages, and you’ll soon see why so many smart people gosimply!

The winter holiday season is here once again, a time when many of us are looking to the snowy slopes for that annual dose of fun and frolics en piste.

We’re sure you’ll agree – there’s nothing quite like the exhilaration of flying down a black run with the wind in your hair and the winter sun on your face. Then again, perhaps you’re one of the growing number of intrepid travellers seeking a winter holiday with a difference.

How about a Husky safari? No? Maybe a  tailor made break in the Arctic Circle floats your boat then. No matter what your taste, believe us when we say there’s a whole world of weird and wonderful experiences to be had.  Just check out those lovely, environmentally conscious folk over at  www.responsibletravel.com to get a taste of what’s on offer – you might be surprised (we were).

Of course if you’re planning to stick to the slopes this season, with our Winter Sports travel insurance package you can enjoy yourself safe in the knowledge that you have full medical, emergency helicopter rescue and equipment cover. Pretty much everything but the kitchen sink then…..

For many of us, plans for the post-Christmas getaway are now fully underway. Tickets are booked, hotel sorted and naughty underwear ordered.  Yep – January is fast becoming one of the most popular months in the holiday industry as winter sun-seekers scramble to escape the drudgery of a cold, wet January and the post-Christmas blues.

At a time of the year when most of us are a little cash-strapped, the opportunity to save a little money is a welcome one. Which is, of course, where we come in. You may’ve found cheap flights and a great little budget hotel, but what about your airport parking? Or holiday insurance for that matter?

As with most things in life – the earlier, the better. During peak seasons many of the more popular official car pars at major airports get booked up early by those wanting to capitalise on cheap prices. Working in much the same way as flight pricing – the nearer your departure date, the higher the price is likely to be.

Whilst we here at gosimply will always go that little bit further by comparing the top car park providers and highlighting hidden costs to find you, the lovely customer, the best possible deal – it’s worth remembering that we can only search on available space and prices at any given time.

Oh, and don’t forget – gosimply offer some of the most flexible, value-for-money travel insurance available online. Just promise us you won’t need to use it!

East Midlands Airport has announced they will be temporarily closing their Long Stay Car Park 7 for necessary maintenance work.

This will affect customers who are due to arrive between the 1st of November 2009 and the 25th of March 2010, but no one will be left out in the cold if they’ve pre-booked.  All affected customers will be receiving an email advising of alternate arrangements, which may even include an upgrade to Long Stay Car Park 6!

If you haven’t booked your East Midlands airport parking yet, be sure to check out Prestige Meet and Greet parking.  This chauffeur service isn’t just for high-flying business people, either.  Feel like a VIP when your driver meets you at the terminal on both your departure and return.  What could be more convenient?

Last month saw the launch of our rather special Snow & Rock competition – giving one lucky person the chance to win £100 worth of vouchers to spend at – you guessed it – winter sports retailer Snow & Rock.

We were simply overwhelmed with entries prior to last week’s deadline, but of course there can be only one winner. So, without further ado, we’re pleased to announce the winner as Miss Roberts. An email notification has been sent, and the vouchers are winging their way to you as we speak.

Snow & Rock offers the winter sport enthusiasts a veritable treasure trove of leading brands, including Icebreaker, Salomon and The North Face. Whether you’re new to the slopes or a seasoned expert – there’s something for everyone.

For those of you who didn’t win – there’s no need to feel left out in the cold. You can still grab a cracking 10% discount on our Winter Sports Travel Insurance package just by booking online at gosimply.com. With flexible, tailor-made packages to suit all ages and activities, it’s easy to see why smart people gosimply this winter.

With more and more of you choosing to take time out and see a little of the world before starting University or work – gap years are a handy opportunity to both gain some real ‘life experience’ and learn more about yourself.

Now summer (for what it was worth) has well and truly passed and the long winter months are approaching – we know many of you are either starting to think about or finalising plans for your globetrotting adventures. Let’s face it – who wouldn’t jump at the chance to dodge a dreary, cold British winter? With this in mind, we thought we’d shed a little light on one of the world’s most diverse and stunning landscapes – New Zealand.

Those cheery folk over at the New Zealand tourism authority have recently launched a promotion highlighting the benefits of visiting the land of Kiwi – snappily titled ‘Go All The Way’. The campaign was launched towards the end of September at New Zealand’s first-ever Backpacker Industry Conference held at the Auckland University of Technology (AUT) – in conjunction with a horizontal bungy trial involving  some lucky backpackers, highlighting New Zealand’s appeal as an ‘extreme sports’ destination.

George Hickton, Chief Executive for tourism, said: “Many backpackers from the UK and Europe go as far as Australia in their gap year, but we want to challenge them to complete the journey and `Go All The Way’ by coming down to New Zealand”.

For those of you planning to visit New Zealand (or for that matter Australia) on your travels – our Backpacker travel insurance package is just the ticket. With up to one year’s cover, including optional sports and activities – our travel insurance is as flexible as your travel plans. Oh, and we also offer New Zealand and Australia only cover for cheaper backpacker insurance premiums – how’s that for flexible?

We here at gosimply.com think you could do a lot worse than taking time out to visit one of the most breathtaking set of islands the world has to offer. After all, it’s worth remembering that Director Peter Jackson chose New Zealand as the ideal place to realise the epic, sweeping landscapes of Middle Earth in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy.

Visit those helpful peeps over at www.newzealand.com for help on planning your trip.

With many of us now looking ahead to the festive season, it’s likely that some of you are looking at heading a little further afield than the local boozer to see in the New Year.

If you are planning to spend some time on piste this season, we advise taking a little time out to prepare adequately. We like to think of it this way – just as you wouldn’t dream of hitting the slopes without the correct (or with faulty) equipment, neither should you consider going without comprehensive winter sports travel insurance.

Yet it seems that a large number of folks do travel abroad each season without adequate ski insurance – not necessarily because they’re being foolhardy, but because they don’t realise many standard travel insurance packages don’t include winter sports insurance. This could prove a painfully expensive oversight. Thisismoney.co.uk report that a broken leg (one of the most common injuries on the slopes) could cost you as much as £12,000 for treatment in Europe – we’re pretty sure you’ll agree that’s a painful outcome, in more ways than one!

As usual here at gosimply.com, we’re all about keeping it simple. Instead of just adding cover to a standard travel insurance package – we offer tailor-made winter sports packages covering a multitude of snowbound activities. Better still, for the more adventurous among you, there are additional ‘bolt-on’ options available over and above the standard winter sports package, enabling you to find the right coverage at the right price. Oh, and did we mention you won’t find cheaper travel insurance anywhere else?

For a little more information on the pitfalls of travelling without the correct cover, click on the link below:

http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/insurance/travel/article.html?in_article_id=426308&in_page_id=37

Stay safe on the piste. Because smart people gosimply.com.

There are few things more invigorating and life-affirming than stepping out from the relative safety of your daily routine and immersing yourself in a full-on, pulse pounding adventure experience.  From riding wild rapids in Sweden through to cattle herding in the wild west – it’s all about the thrills and spills.

Of course, there’s a little more involved with an adventure holiday than your average trip to the beach, so looking ahead is pretty vital.  As ever, we’re here to help with some handy hints and tips during the planning stages of your big trip:

Who’s in charge?
Thankfully, with a wealth of information available via the internet nowadays, research is a whole lot easier than just taking the brochure’s word for it.  The flip side of course is that anyone can now create a website posing as a reputable tour operator.  Check out who you’re travelling with – look for independent reviews where possible.  Who are they affiliated with?  Do they employ certified professionals?  Is all equipment regularly tested?

Don’t be afraid to ask – your life may depend on it.

Am I covered?
Our cracking Adventure Travel Insurance package offers great coverage to both independent travellers and groups.  Better still, additional packages and options are available, meaning you can tailor your insurance to suit your own individual experience.  Whatever travel insurance package you choose, don’t be tempted to leave home without it.

I’m sure it’s here somewhere…
No matter where on Earth you’re travelling, it’s always best to double-check documentation and inoculation requirements with the Foreign Office before you leave.  Also, ask whether the country is safe – it may sound silly, but the last thing you need is to get caught up in a military coup whilst on holiday.  We’re pretty sure this would ruin your well-earned break, aside from being a potentially life-threatening situation.  Remember – ignoring Foreign Office advice could render your travel insurance invalid.

How much further…?
No matter how fit you consider yourself to be, your body may not be prepared for the type of activity you’re planning whilst away.  If it’s your first time at your chosen sport, ease yourself in with a few training sessions at the local gym.

So, if you’re considering trying something a little more daring than deciding which flavour doughnut to have during your tea break, take time to check out our new all-singing, all-dancing adventure travel insurance package.   Because smart people gosimply.