To find our app simply type “Comparison Car Hire” into the search facility on your iPhone and touch to download our free app. As well as making new bookings you can manage previous bookings and there is also a quick dial function to contact customer services. This App is ideal for our many business customers who are frequently on the move and need to make reservations whilst in an airport, train or hotel. We would like to know what you think of the app so please leave a rating and reveiw for other users.

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Comparison Car Hire are proud to be able to provide you with the best deals on Car Hire for Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine. England have been drawn in Group D with France, Sweden and the hosts Ukraine. I will prove a tough group for England to progress thorugh whilst equally hard will be the travel arrangements for the England supporters. The group games are to be played in Kiev and Donetsk which are 369 miles apart. Whilst there are internal flights these are already getting booked up and prices are high. Car rental suppliers are undoubtedly likely to sell out of cars so we do recommend you get in early and book your car hire now.

If you also need a Sat Nav with maps for Eastern Europe then it is definitely worth while hiring a Sat Nav from our sister company Zintech. If you hire a car with us we will send you a £10 discount code to hire a sat nav so you don’t get lost in Poland and Ukraine.

England Fixtures in Euro 2012

England V France

Monday 11th June, Donetsk

England V Sweden

Friday 15th June, Kiev

England V Ukraine

Tuesday 19th June, Donetsk

If England do manage to get through the group stage as group winners they will be in Kiev and if runners up will face the winners of Group C in Donetsk. The only way England fans will need to travel to Poland will be if they win the group then their Semi Final would be in Warsaw. The final is due to be played on Sunday 1st July at the Olympic Stadium in Kiev.

Car insurance prises are rising even for drivers who have never claimed due to claims made by careless drivers and the emergence of no win no fee injury claims. The exclusive business of a large group of drivers who have proven to be safe over the years is an attractive proposition for an insurance company. Never Claimed have already had discussions with some leading insurance companies who are keen to partner with them once sufficient numbers of safe drivers have signed up.

To be eligible to sign up to Never Claimed you just need to be a UK resident, have full no claims discount and have never previously made a claim. Sign up is very simple, you just need to supply your name and email address to show interest. Dont worry, the details will not be shared with any other companies so your inbox will not be filled with spam. Once a deal has been finalised those that have signed up will receive details of the offer.

If you would like more details and to sign up to Never Claimed visit the website. The more people that sign up will mean the better deal for everyone so spread the word and let your fellow safe drivers know about Never Claimed.

With the holiday season coming to a close, and people returning to work and children returning to school, it may feel like the entirely wrong time to take a holiday, however now could be a golden time to get out there, jet off, and fly away for an end-of-season break…

Whether it is the snowy ski mountains, or the sunny Mediterranean that interests you, make sure you book your holiday and get out there. When booking a holiday though it is important to remember all the necessary items that can sometimes be all too easy to forget. For example, things such as travel insurance, or even making sure your own passport is valid. These are simple things that can easily be forgotten.

Furthermore, details such as booking a taxi to take you from the airport to wherever it may be that you are staying can also be forgotten. It may also be a good idea to pre-book a hire car, or if you would prefer, to hire one once you have landed.

When hiring a car abroad, it is likely that you will be covered by a very basic form of cheap car insurance which will provide you with roadside assistance in the event of breaking down, which can be often with some rental vehicles out there. When hiring a car abroad it is important to make sure you are aware of the sort of journeys you are likely to be making. If you are visiting a country which is rather mountainous, then perhaps it would be a good idea to hire a 4×4. However, if you are visiting somewhere slightly more urban with lots of straight, flat roads, then maybe it would be a good idea to hire a car that is easy to drive, perhaps with an automatic gearbox, and relatively fuel efficient for those long drives.

For example, if you are road tripping through America, it would be a pleasure to hire a convertible to help take in the beautiful scenery, or an old American muscle car, if possible of course, in order to cruise down the long, winding, but often straight, roads.

Perhaps you fancy venturing to the Amazon jungle in Brazil, this will probably also require a 4×4, a tough one at that! Or perhaps you are going to have a far more relaxing break away and take the weight off your feet in order to lounge around on a golden beach somewhere hot, very hot! When looking out the window here in the UK, thoughts of lying on a hot beach somewhere near the Equator are extremely enticing!

With today`s tough financial climate, more and more people are opting to take `holidays at home` and exploring what the UK has to offer instead. One area that has increased hugely in popularity is the county of Cornwall.

Bordered by the River Tamar and Devon to the east, the English Channel to the south and The Celtic Sea to the west and north, Cornwall has a longer coastline than any other county. Between coastlines there are large areas of countryside, many designated as `Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty`, with Bodmin Moor being the best known of these.

Cornwall is also home to `Land`s End`, the starting point for the farthest travelling distance across the UK (south west to north east) culminating at John O` Groats in Caithness, Scotland; a total distance of 874 miles. This route is often used by walkers, runners and cyclists to raise money for charity.

One of the most popular destinations for the younger generation is the town of Newquay. Already long-established as the surfing centre of Britain, a whole new type of resort has grown around the surfing community. Newquay is now equally well known for its beach cafes, themed bars and live music venues. Nightclubs are very popular and are regularly visited by Radio 1 presenters and international DJs.

Although some parts of Cornwall have become commercialised, the county is still largely characterised by its quaint villages and traditional towns. In many, the inhabitants still speak in the traditional Celtic language and there are many relics of ancient villages, stone circles and stone-age burial grounds to explore.

Throughout Cornwall there is a huge variety of activities on offer to suit all tastes and ages. Virtually every water sport imaginable, including surfing to professional level, can be experienced and land-based activities vary from a gentle stroll along the coastal paths to the extreme sport of `coasteering`, which combines a mixture of climbing, caving and abseiling along the rockier parts of the coastline.

For families with young children, there are safe, clean sandy beaches, some offering a range of supervised activities and complete with beach front shops and cafes. There are also an excellent choice of both fun and educational places to visit ranging from theme parks and animal centres through to discovery trails and the world famous Eden Project.

Cornwall is an ideal choice of holiday destination for almost anyone, with a diverse range of activities on offer. Whilst younger people may opt for the hectic nightlife and a cheap hotel in the lively town of Newquay, families or couples may prefer to rent one of the quieter cottages in Cornwall, giving them not only home comforts, but also a perfect base from which to explore this attractive part of the UK.

For those of you taking a holiday in Europe this year, why not try something different. Signing up to car hire in Europe is not that difficult and could give you a new found freedom for your break that you never realised you could have. No more sticking to the main routes or having to sign up to the usual guided and pre-arranged tours. Now you can strike out on your own and investigate the real places that define a country, a region and a town. Go where you want to and when, feeling more relaxed and able to see the sights you want to. Although this is simple, you should brush up on some important tips before embarking.

To get the best deals, don`t rent on a daily basis. Get a minimum of a weekly rent to give you the cheapest options and the most flexibility. Also it will probably be better, more convenient and you will get a better deal if you rent before you go. Go through some of the biggest names like Avis and you can get a good block deal in advance. Remember to shop around, not only the big names, but also the local companies, although you can run a risk with these unknowns.

Plan your route out in a lot more detail than you normally would. You are going to need to anticipate your fuel stops and have emergency ones on stand by, especially if going into less populated areas of Europe. Work out where you might need money for tolls on bridges and roads. Also make sure you have all you paperwork in order and ready to go well in advance. It would not be fun trying to explain that to the local police force.

When you plan your routes the schedule should be relaxed and able to be changed around if necessary to keep it fresh and flexible. This is what driving in Europe is about after all. But having said that, it pays to get to your nightly stay points before dark. Darkness will make strange roads and signs very confusing sometimes. It also means that you can get to enjoy the nightlife at your destination as well.

Finally it pays to find the right place to stay when you are driving. Just because you may be saving money or seeing this as an adventure, it doesn`t mean you have to rough it all the time. Staying in convenient and yet quality locations is the key to your driving holiday. For example Lake Garda is a gorgeous and stunning place and landscape to drive around and staying in one of the holiday parks in the area such as the Eurocamp San Vito / Cisano Holiday Park is an ideal way to break the journey up or act as a base. Driving in Europe like this is what makes it worthwhile.

Our Sat Nav Hire partners Zintech are currently in the process of developing an early warning alert system which will help tourists avoid driving through Townships and informal settlements in South Africa. Whilst some of the townships are safe to visit as part of a guided tour, tourists are advised not to travel through these areas especially during the night. Following the tragic death of Anni Dewani recently in the township of Gugulethu we have had customers requesting if the sat nav can be programmed to avoid these areas. Whilst it is not currently possible to program the sat nav to avoid these areas Zintech’s new alert system will at least give drivers an advanced warning that they are approaching a township. Once the system is available all of Zintech’s  South African sat nav devices will be installed with these alerts. This will give drivers an audio and visual warning that they are within a certain distance from a settlement and allow them to change their route accordingly. Zintech hope to have this available in early 2011.

10% of Sat Nav Hire for Australia through December

If you are travelling to Australia this winter either to escape the current artic conditions or to watch England hopefully beat Australia in the cricket then Zintech are also offering a 10% discount on sat nav hire through December 2010. There is  limited stock available for the Christmas and New Year period so if you do plan to hire a sat nav for Australia now is the time to do so. To receive a 10% discount on sat nav hire for Australia simply type dec11 into the promotional code box when placing your sat nav hire booking.

Last week our partners at Zintech added Argentina to their range of products, staying in South America they have now added its westerly neighbouring country, Chile. Chile is a long slither of a country on the west coast of Southern America with the South Pacific Ocean to the west and Peru and Bolivia on it’s north borders.

As Chile stretches for 2700 miles from North to South it’s climate varies significantly. In the north there is the desert and in the extreme south it is very glacial. Central Chile has a very Mediterranean climate and the Pacific Islands such as Easter Island experience a sub tropical climate.

Tourism has grown considerably since 2005 with many people choosing to visit the extremes of the country. In the north San Pedro de Atacama is very popular with foreign tourists who arrive to admire the Incaic architecture, the altiplano lakes, and the Valley of the Moon. In Putre, also in the North, there is the Chungará Lake, as well as the Parinacota and the Pomerape volcanoes, with altitudes of 6,348 m and 6,282 m, respectively.

Throughout the central Andes there are many ski resorts such as Portillo, Valle Nevado and Termas de Chillan which provide skiing conditions when The Alps are green. In the south visitors flock to Patagonia and the Torres del Paine National Park to visit the many glaciers. On the west coast lies Easter Island which is very popular for locals to take their vacation. For the more adventurous and on a budget there is an extensive network of mines where you can stay. If you are interested there are 33 reviews available to read on Trip Advisor !

If you choose to hire a sat nav from Zintech type in the promotional code “miner” into the promotional code to receive a 10% discount.

Driving Advice for Chile

Roads are generally good in Chile, however there are a number of expensive toll roads

The main road which stretches from north to south, Panaamericana, has many tolls so make sure you have plenty of cash

Motorway speed limits are 120 km/h

Make sure you drive on the right!

Do not drink and drive

We also have excellent car hire deals for Chile which can be obtained by visiting the link below.

Sat Nav Hire Chile

Car Hire Comparison Chile

Note: The above information is provided as a guide for our customers. We try our best to make sure the information is as accurate as possible at time of publish. We cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies. If any of the above is incorrect please advise us and we will be happy to update.

Zintech have recently added new mapping for Argentina to their sat nav hire product range. Argentina is becoming a more popular destination for tourists from the UK who want more form a holiday than sitting on a beach drinking cocktails. Argentina has something for everyone, cosmopolitan cities with a lively culture and amazing landscape including Patagonia and the Andes mountain range. Argentina is renowned for its steaks which are considered to be the best in world. There is also a thriving nightlife in Buenos Aires which will keep you partying to the early hours. Designer clothes can also be purchased at really affordable prices.

Argentina is a very large country comparable with India. It stretches 2,400 miles from its sub-tropical north to the sub-artic south. The climate in Argentina is very diverse, the south experiences very cold and sudden change of weather especially in places such as Tierra del Fuego and the rest of Patagonia. Buenos Aires has a very temparate climate with temparatures reaching 35 degrees celcius in the summer months of December, January and February.

Speed limits in Argentina vary form 60 km/h in the city to 120 km/h on the highways. Like the UK there are many cameras and speed traps so it is best to keep to the limit at all times. It is also important to pay attention at all times and especially at night as many of the roads are not lit and other road users do not always have adequate lights. The traffic in major cities such as Buenos Aires can be extremely bad and the Argentines often can ignore traffic signals so if you are going to drive in the city stay alert.

Sat nav mapping for Argentina also includes Uruguay. The coverage includes the following:

Countries covered: Argentina (Street level coverage for 61% of the population, including but not limited to Buenos Aires, Capital Federal, Chubut, Córdoba, Entre Ríos, Neuquén, Río Negro and Santa Fe) and Uruguay ( Street level coverage for 48% of the population, including but not limited to Punta del Este and Montevideo)
Connector roads: 100% of connected network of major roads that allows you seamless navigation throughout Argentina and Uruguay, covering major towns and cities. All major roads connecting Argentina and Uruguay are covered.
Additional information: contains an additional 24,000km road coverage

Click here to rent a sat nav for Argentina

To compare the lowest car hire prices for Argentina click car hire in Argentina.