Long Term Parking Alicante Airport

Hi
I have been trying to call the phone number provided for long term parking at Alicante Airport (10 days) but no answer.
Do I have to reserve a place or can I just come on the day of departure and get a park?

Thank you

Ulrika


My Reply...


Hi Ulrika
The normal airport car park is just turn up and park (€€7.40 for the day), but a cheaper option may be to park with a company like Aupaparking.

Here is a link to their website: http://www.aupaparking.net/

I havent used them but we have many similar companies here in Malaga and there is not any need to book in advance, you generally just turn up and park.

Hope this helps and all goes well

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Car Hire at Treviso Airport Venice

Hi Gary,
I always book with yourselves
I am looking to book a car at Venice Treviso airport, which is not listed??
Is this possible or where is the nearest pick up point?
Thank You
Mr Adams


My Reply...

Hi Mr Adams,
Thanks for your email.
try the following....
1) Go here... http://www.cartrawler.com/affiliates/afullrequest.asp?client=35234
2) Change the Country to Italy
3) Instead of looking for Venice Treviso - just go to Treviso TFS

There it is!
Hope you have a great trip

Regards

Gary

Bike storage at Mallorca Airport

Hi Gary,
I'am looking for a place at or arround the airport where I can store my Bike suitecase for one day. I will fly to mallorca in the morning for a one day road bike trip and go home at the same day in the evening.
Where can I store my Bike suitcase during the one day?
thx

Herbert

My Reply...

Hi Herbert

There are not any storage lockers at Palma Airport but you could try asking at the INFORMATION desk. Or call this number and ask if there is anything that they can do.
Palma Airport: 0034 971 789 099

Good Luck

Gary Ingram

Petrol Station near Mahon Airport

Hi Gary

We are due to fly into Mahon airport about 10 pm in October and the car hired will not have a full tank of petrol. Is there a 24 hr petrol station near to the airport? We will be driving to Cala n Bosch.

Many thanks

Margaret

My Reply...


Hi Margaret
I am not 100% sure if there is a petrol station at the airport.
If you ask your car hire company I am sure that they will provide a map to the nearest one. Thats what they did for me at Barcelona the other week.
If you remeber can you let me know how you get on.
Good luck
Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Flights Zaragoza to Barcelona

Gary,

Are there flights from Zaragoza to Barcelona ?
If not, is it better to take train or bus?

Thanks

Steve Zanki


My Reply...


Hi Steve

No flights to my knowledge.

Plenty of trains though...

http://www.renfe.es/

The site goes into English by clicking the flag

Regards

Gary Ingram

Nearest Airport to Barcelona

Hi Gary
I'm planning a short break to Barcelona and would like to know which airport is the nearest to Barcelona. I understand that Girona is approx. 65 mile north east of Barcelona, but I cannot find any information on Reus.
Kind Regards

Fiona



Hi Fiona

All info is here: http://www.spanish-airport-guide.com/2006/10/barcelona-from-girona-or-reus.html
Not much in it!

Regards

Gary Ingram

Car Hire within Seville Airport

Hi Gary: My question is: Which car hire companies have an office at Seville Airport? I do not mean companies that only send an agent to meet passengers.
Many thanks,

Chris

Hi Chris,
The are four main car hire companies based at the airport in Seville. You can find the companies on the ground floor of the main terminal building.
Avis at Seville, Atesa at Seville, Crown Car Hire at Seville airport (0034 954 980 214) Europcar at Seville Airport and Hertz at Seville Airport.

Regards

Gary

Customs at Madrid Airport

Hi Gary
do you know who to contact at Madrid airport about parcels handed to customs?
I am awaiting a package and the last entry on the tracking was 'handed to customs'. This was over a week ago.
A phone number would be fantastic.!!
many thanks

Barbara

My Reply...


Hi Barbara
Here is the central number for all Airport Enquiries in Spain: 0034 902 404 704. I am sure they will be able to help
Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Tenerife North to Las Americas

hey there Gary

im flying into Tenerife on the 9th of Feb but flying to North Tenerife Airport, however i will need to get to Las Americas, Hotel Bonanza. could you possibly help me out on the easiest route there please.

thanks

Graham


My Reply...


Hi Graham,

Tenerife North is just starting to get more "tourist" traffic and at the moment it's services are a little limited!

You can either get the direct bus to Tenerife South Airport and then go from there (all info here)

OR

Get a bus/taxi from Tenerife North into Santa Cruz and then get a bus from there direct to Playa De Las Americas.

Bus Information
In Santa Cruz it is possible to take another bus service to head south:
line 111 Santa Cruz-Los Cristianos-Playa de las Américas, every half hour from 05:30 to 21:30; line 115 Santa Cruz-Las Galletas, on working days at 07:15, 08:45, 9:45, 11:10, 12:10, 13:10, 15:10, 16:10, 17:10, 19:10, 20:10 and 21:10; Saturdays and Sundays, at 07:15, 11:30, 16:15 and 19:45; line 116 Santa Cruz-El Médano-Granadilla, at 06:00, 08:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00 and 19:30.

Good luck

Gary Ingram

Girona Airport to Girona City

Hi Gary I’m thinking of going to Spain for the day landing in Girona, so my question to you is how far is the city centre from the airport, and is a day trip worthwhile?
Thanks
Yvonne white

Hi Yvonne
Only about 15 mins fom center of Girona.
A long but exciting day out! go for it!!!

Regards
Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

VIP Lounges at Ibiza Airport

Hi Gary
can you please tell me if there are any lounges that a client can pre book at the airport.
Thanks

Hi Sue

To my knowledge there are not any VIP lounges at Ibiza.
But it may be worth checking that by calling the central airport hrlpline(they speak english) on 0034 902 404 704

Regards
Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella


The number you have given me is not giving an English service. Do you have any other numbers?
Thanks
Sue

My Reply...

If you listen to the options long enough it will give you options in English, if not just hold on and when answered ask to speak to soemone in English, I have spoken to them many times and they do have an English speaking department on that line.

The only other thing to do is call the airport direct on 0034 971 809 000

As I mentioned according to my research and notes there are not any VIP lounges at ibiza BUt worth asking. If I am wrong can you let me know

Good luck
Gary

Buying Wine at Seville Airport

Hi
My daughter is flying to Seville (she's 18) with Ryanair. Will she be able to bring back any Wine with her, if so I guess she would have to buy it airside after shes being though security?
Thanks for any help you give me.

Tony


Hi Tony,
Thats correct or put it in her luggage of course!
Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Barcelona Airport to Tortosa

Dear Gary
We are travelling to Tortosa and would like to get the flight to Barcelona that arrives at 2100 on Thursday 19 July 2007. I believe there is a direct train line from the airport. Could you let us know if there is a train at this time.
many thanks
Penny Roberts

My Reply...

Hi Penny

I dont know if there is a train that goes from Bracelona Airport to Tortosa...
The main train from Barcelona Airport is the C!0 that goes into the center of Barcelona every 20 mins (I used it last week).

For most destinations you would need to change at Barcelona Sants (3rd stop).
Here is a link to the local rail system for Barcelona (they also have an English speaking helpline)
http://www.renfe.es/cercanias/barcelona/index_horarios.html

I hope that this helps

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Car Hire at La Linea / Gibraltar

Hi Gary,

We are coming from Seville on 13-02-07 to La Linea De La Conception. And want to hire a car at La Linea or Gibraltar area. We looked up car trawler and it gives a pick up selection of Gibraltar but when we progress with the booking pickup address shows as "Hotel Guadacorte Park - Carretera de Cadiz Km. 115, E-11370, Los Barrios - Cadiz (GiIbrartar)" We are confused as when we look on the map Cadiz is a good 10 miles away. I would ring car company to confirm exact location but they don't have any telephone number showing. Which would also be handy to have in case of getting lost trying to locate pick up point. As you advocate this particular site would you happen to also have a number for them. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Martin


My Reply...
Hi Martin,
You want a car hire company in La Linea (just over the border from Gib)
I think that the safest thing to do would be to book direct with soemone like Crown Car Hire who have an office right on the Spanish side of the border at Gib. (La Linea) You can contact them here: http://www.aurigacrowncarhire.com:8080/car_hire/index.jsp

It may also be worth talking to Car Trawler and you can contact them here:
The phone numbers to our reservations office are:England 0141 005 0007Ireland 01 499 9600USA 201 581 9019Europe + 353 (0) 1 499 9600

I hope that this helps
Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Car Hire at La Linea / Gibraltar

Hi Gary,

We are coming from Seville on 13-02-07 to La Linea De La Conception. And want to hire a car at La Linea or Gibraltar area. We looked up car trawler and it gives a pick up selection of Gibraltar but when we progress with the booking pickup address shows as "Hotel Guadacorte Park - Carretera de Cadiz Km. 115, E-11370, Los Barrios - Cadiz (GiIbrartar)" We are confused as when we look on the map Cadiz is a good 10 miles away. I would ring car company to confirm exact location but they don't have any telephone number showing. Which would also be handy to have in case of getting lost trying to locate pick up point. As you advocate this particular site would you happen to also have a number for them. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Martin


My Reply...
Hi Martin,
You want a car hire company in La Linea (just over the border from Gib)
I think that the safest thing to do would be to book direct with soemone like Crown Car Hire who have an office right on the Spanish side of the border at Gib. (La Linea) You can contact them here: http://www.aurigacrowncarhire.com:8080/car_hire/index.jsp

It may also be worth talking to Car Trawler and you can contact them here:
The phone numbers to our reservations office are:England 0141 005 0007Ireland 01 499 9600USA 201 581 9019Europe + 353 (0) 1 499 9600

I hope that this helps
Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Buses and Trains around Costa Del Sol

Hi Gary

We are visiting costa del sol in june staying in toremalinos but want to vist malaga and seville but dont want to drive around buses and trains will be our transport, can you help us with these and prices

Thanks Ann & Jim


My Reply...


Dear Ann & Jim,

Trains are easy...
here is a link for the local trains into Malaga and along to Fuengirola
http://www.renfe.es/cercanias/malaga/index.html

Here is a link for the national trains... Malaga to Seville, this site goes into English by clicking the flag http://www.renfe.es

Buses are not so easy for ,e to help on as the info on the web is not that easy to find. The best thing to do is call into the toruist office when you get there.
Good luck

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Flights out of Gibraltar

Hi Gary,
How could I find out whether flights are operating from Gib airport. My wife is flying home tomorrow after having her Gib bound flight today diverted to Malaga because of the windy weather. Is there a website that could provide me with that up to date information please?
Best regards,

Mike Withey

My Reply...

Hi Mike
There isn't a very good website!

You have to bear in mind that Gibraltar is a small military airport that up until 4 weeks ago had just 2 flights per day to deal with.

The best thing to do is call them...00350 956773026

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella


Gary,

Many thanks for your help. Great service you're providing.

Regards,

Mike

Car Hire at Malaga

I have obtained quotes for a four day stay in Malaga, I will not betravelling far, the car is for convenience. I have but caught in the past inhaving to pay for a full tank of petrol when I don't need it, please informif any of your partners provide cars that do not have this practice.Kind Regards

Martin Raynes

My Reply...


Hi Martin
I only recommend Car Trawler the booking agency so I can't comment on their behalf and I would imagine it would be difficult from them to pick different providers for each quote as it is all fully automated to find the cheapest quote.
The best thing to do in my opinion is use a local company like Helle Hollis where you can call them and discuss your booking before making it. There are very very good and speak english!
www.hellehollis..com

Good Luck

Regards

Gary Ingram

Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Lost Property

Hi Gary,
Recently on Sunday 21 January I left my camera - a Canon Power Shot S3IS in a trolley at by a lift down to gates RSU. The camera was is in a soft black case. When you turn it on the display screen does not work correctly unless you open it right out.

The time was approximately 1:00pm as we flew out on British Airways to Heathrow airport at 2:05pm. Does the Airport have a lost property office - and a contact email address?
I would appreciate any help you may be able to give. I am anxious to get it back as it has hundreds of pictures from the recent holiday I had in Spain, Morocco and Portugal.
Regards

Neil

My Reply...


Hi Neil
I am not too sure whihc airport you are referring to BUT the best thing to do is call the helpline for ALL Spanish Airports and I am sure they will put you through to the correct people.
The Number is. 0034 902 404 704

The Spanish Airports are not that good at dealing with emails yet!

Good luck,

Regards
Gary Ingram

Los Cristianos to Tenerife North Airport

Hi gary
We are staying in Tenerife in Los Cristianos and will need to get to tenerife north airport to catch a flight to Malaga. How can we do this and what is the cost?
thanks

Leeza


Hi Leeza,
Unless there are local buses from North to South (I cant find info) then all information is here...
http://www.spanish-airport-guide.com/2006/08/getting-from-tenerife-south-to.html
Good luck
Regards


Gary Ingram

Getting around Valencia

Gary,
I will be arriving in Valencia on March. 1 with a total of 5 people needing to get to the Vincci Lys in downtown Valencia. It looks to me like the bus is the least expensive way for all of us to get there, but can you tell me which bus to take and what stop to get off near our hotel. We will each have just 1 bag on wheels so I'm hoping we can fit it all on the bus. Do you think that will be a problem with luggage?
We're also planning to take a day trip to Requena on the train. Can we walk around Requena from the train station or is it not in a good location? Can we walk to some wineries or will we need a taxi? Can 5 fit in a taxi?

Thanks for any help you can give.
Karen S.
Indiana, USA


My Reply...

Hi Karen
The best thing to do is contact the Vinnci hotel in Valencia as I do not have that much knowledge to be able to help tell you where to get off the bus etc...
The bus is the easiest and cheapest method and as it is the airport bus there is plenty of space for luggage.
With regards to Requena, I have never been there, sorry.
Regards

Gary Ingram

Car Hire Vitoria Airport

i'm having trouble getting a quote for car hire from vitoria airport From the 4th of July to the 8th.
can you help me out?

yours

John

My Reply...

It may be better to contact direct the 2 companies based at the Airport. Avis and Europcar

Avis: 0034 94 5276539
Europcar: 0034 94 5163644

Good luck

Regards

Gary

Barcelona Airport to Football Stadium

How long does it take to get from barcelona airport to espanyol football ground and whats the best and quickest method of transport.

Many thanks

My Reply...

The best way is the taxi, no hassle!
If you want to use public transport check out this page of info..

http://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/albums-en/olympic-stadium/index.html

Good luck

Regards

Gary Ingram



Gary

Sorry to bother you again but along does in take in a taxi roughly


My Reply...


I would have thought about 15 - 20mins, should be aorund 20 euros max

Regards

Gary

Charter Flight to Girona

Dear Gary !

Our company have an ad hoc charter flight to Girona Airport. We would like to use Iberia to handle our aircraft, but the the fax and phone numbers that I have don´t seem to work.
Can you please assist me with a fax number or an e-mail address to Iberia Handling dept., so I can request for handling.

Thank you in advance for your soonest reply.

Kind regards

Janni Lund Christensen


Hi Janni

The best thing to do is call the airport and I am sure they will be able to help you..
(0034) 972 186 600
Good luck

Regards


Gary Ingram

Snow at Granada

Hi Gary,
We are flying into Granada with Ryanair late on Friday 2nd Feb. and travelling inland to our house in Galera, near Huescar. We know they have just had a 2.5 ft snowfall ! Do you know if there is snow at the airport and where would we find airport closure or weather info before we travel to Granada ?

Many thanks

John Salinas


Hi John

I would imagine the best thing to do would be to call the airport on : 0034 958 245 200

Good luck

Regards
Gary Ingram

Changing Terminals in Madrid Airport

Dear Gary,
Coming summer we will travel from Casablanca via Madrid to Amsterdam. We will arrive in Madrid with EasyJet and depart with Transavia. There is 2 hours and 20 minutes scheduled in between these flights but I assume we also need to get our luggage and check in again. Is this enough time and do you know if we need to change terminals (can't find Transavia on the site) ?
Thanks a lot.
René

My Reply...


Hi Rene,

Check your ticket for information about which terminal you will be leaving from, or call Transavia.
You will need to collect you luggage and check in again but you have pleny of time

Regards
Gary Ingram Holiday
Apartment in Marbella

Luxury Car Hire Seville Airport

I need a luxury car for rent in Sevilla from the 31 st of March until the 08 th of April. Can you help?
Best regards

Siri

My Reply...


Hi Siri,
We do not hire cars, only recommend companies that do....
If you go here you should be able to see whats on offer.
http://www.cartrawler.com/affiliates/afullrequest.asp?client=35234

Good luck

Regards


Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Taxi from hotel to Seville Airport

what's the best way to get from our hotel in Seville to the airport for a 6:30 am !! iberia flight (svq to mad)- it looks like the buses don't run that early -- are taxis available? and how much would they be for two people from centre city Seville to the airport -- thanks for any info on this .

My Reply....

Hi Linda
Theres a set fare for the taxi to take you from a City Center Hotal to the airport.
I was there last March and it cost €20.
I am sure that your hotel will just call a taxi company for you.

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Santander to Barcelona

Hi Gary,

I hope you can help.

I arrive in Santander on February 21st @ 9.15am. I need to know the best and cheapest way of getting to Barcelona on this day and returning on February 22nd.

Any information on transport to Barcelona for this date would be very much appreciated.

Many thanks

Steve


My Reply...

Hi Steve,
There are a couple of buses per day, all info here in English...(think its €89 return)
http://www2.alsa.es/portal/index.asp?lang=en

Trains ditto.

http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html

or for flights try www.spanair.es or www.iberia.com

All the sites above do have english sections, so if they are not already in English simply look for a flag or a change of language box.

Good luck

Gary


Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Santander to Barcelona

Hi Gary,

I hope you can help.

I arrive in Santander on February 21st @ 9.15am. I need to know the best and cheapest way of getting to Barcelona on this day and returning on February 22nd.

Any information on transport to Barcelona for this date would be very much appreciated.

Many thanks

Steve


My Reply...

Hi Steve,
There are a couple of buses per day, all info here in English...(think its €89 return)
http://www2.alsa.es/portal/index.asp?lang=en

Trains ditto.

http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html

or for flights try www.spanair.es or www.iberia.com

All the sites above do have english sections, so if they are not already in English simply look for a flag or a change of language box.

Good luck

Gary


Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Help for disabled travellers at Malaga Airport

Just recieved this email from Steve at Mobility Costa.....

Hello,

We would like to introduce our unique business to arouse awareness of the services we provide specifically for the Disabled holiday maker on the Costa del Sol. Our extremely rare and equally valuable service offers everything for the Disabled holiday maker from the beginning to the end of their holiday starting with our airport transport service.

We have been in business assisting the disabled holiday maker on the Costa del Sol for over five years providing a caring and reliable transport service for wheelchair bound passengers from Malaga Airport to as far west as Gibraltar, east as far as Nerja and inland to Rhonda and now as far as Cadiz. We also cover these areas for excursions and accompany our clients for the whole day offering geographical guidance if required.

Additionally we now also offer specially adapted self drive vehicles to accommodate wheelchair users allowing freedom to take for granted enjoyment of some of the beautiful the Spanish countryside.

We also provide all manner of equipment for hire such as mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Hoists etc making holidaying for the disabled on the Costa del Sol completely stress free so they can simply relax and enjoy their holiday.

If you feel our services would benefit your cliental and are of interest to your company please feel free to look at our website for more details. If you require any further details or assistance please do not hesitate to contact us via our website on : www.mobilitycosta.com and remember we are here to help you help your clients.

Kind regards

Steve and Jayne

Transfer to Desert Springs Resort

Hi Gary,

My family and I are going to the Desert Springs resort 1^st week in April - do you know of any transfer company's that do this route or is the only option to hire a car.

Regards

Teresa

My Reply...

Hi Teresa

It depends which airport you are flying into, I assume Almeria?

The best thing to do is call Shuttle Direct who are one of the transfer companies we recommend and one of Spanis largest transfer companies.

You can call them and they will speak English on:

(international +34) 902.33.46.33

Hope you have agreat time, it looks like a great place to go!

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Getting Around Seville

Hi,

We are coming to Seville for four days, April 6 - 10 and then on to Malaga for four days, April 10 - 14. I know this is the busiest time of year for Seville. We are a family of four. I was going to rent a car upon arrival but worry I will not need it in Seville or be able to find a place to park it. Does the bus system get overloaded this time of year? Do you recommend taxi's or private hire cars if I decide to not rent a car until we go to Malaga but instead get a ride into and out of Seville airport into the city centre.

Any suggestions for getting around Seville airport during this very busy time of year would be appreciated.

Gracias,

Mike

My Reply...

We have been to Seville a number of times. Normally we drive from Marbella to Seville and stay in a hotel. You have to pay for parking which can be expensive.

As any City, it does get busy, and traffic can be a nightmare, we always get lost in Seville. Once we are there, we normally park our car and leave it, and alwaya walk around the City.

There are horse and cart tours, open top buses and normal buses. The last time we were there im sure they were putting in an underground.

Personally, I would just hire a car when you are going to Malaga. Take taxis or buses to where you want to go. It will work out cheaper than hireing a car for those days and paying for parking.

Hope this helps.

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Reus Airport to Barcelona

We are arriving in Rues airport, Spain.
Can you please tell us how far is it to Barcelona, what is the cheapest way to get to Barcelona from the airport?

Is renting a car expensive?

Thanks for your help!

Indra


My Reply...

Here is a previous question from Reus to Barcelona

It is around 80km distance, so quite a way. Car Hire is generally cheaper here than in the Uk. You can get a quote here.

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Petrol Station near Alicante Airport

Hi Gary

Can you help please with the location of the nearest petrol station to
Alicante airport. We are renting a car with return full of petrol deal so
need to be able to top up when returning the car.

Kate Redding

My reply...

Hi Kate

There is one at the airport but I cant remember enough to give you exact directions!

If you ask for a map with it marked on from your car hire company I am sure they will help.

Regards


Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella

Clearing Customs at Madrid

I love this website! Thanks so much, what great info.

We'll be flying to Madrid on American in late October and I need to now make a separate flight reservation to get us down to Granada. I'm sure we'll need to clear customs in Madrid and I was wondering how much time I should leave between flights to make sure there is enough time to get bags, clear customs, and get to the other terminal early enough for the second flight. Flight arrives 8:50AM on Sunday, 10/21...

My Reply...

Hi Derk

I would allow a couple of hours minimum as you never know what delays you may ahve coming over from the USA.

Hope all goes well, Granada is beautiful at that time of year!

Regards

Gary Ingram
Holiday Apartment in Marbella