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Glasgow Times
10 hours ago
- Glasgow Times
How to get the cheapest airport parking and save up to £120
Airport parking can not only be costly, but it can be tricky to find available spots and remember to book in advance when you have lots of other things to do (last minute packing, anyone?). New research from UK car retailer cinch revealed that Brits can actually save more than £120 on airport parking this summer. It comes in the form of parking on a nearby driveway rather than relying on official airport parking. Parking app JustPark has hundreds of available spaces that can be booked nationwide. How to save money on airport parking By searching for the relevant airport on JustPark and then selecting the 'Park & Save' option, you can see a map of parking spaces and prices nearest to the airport. By clicking on a space, more information is given, such as if the spot has security lighting and is near a bus stop, if not within walking distance, for example. Reviews are also featured, with people praising the suitability of the driveway for space and ease (even friendly owners get a shoutout too!) Nearby airport parking Cinch's study compared parking costs at more than 30 major UK airports for a seven-night stay during the school summer holidays, with prices going up to £145 at some locations. That's more than 83% more than the cost for a local driveway on JustPark. The study included driveways available to rent on JustPark that were located less than four miles from the airport terminal. London City Airport topped the list with official car park costs reaching £145.50 for seven nights, and several other London airports also feature in the top 10. Leeds Bradford is the furthest-north airport to make the most expensive list, with parking costing from £102. Those who want to save by parking near, rather than at the airport are in luck. Can you still use a red passport in 2025? Based on the top 10 biggest savings using JustPark, drivers can save an average of £89.98 (77.51%) for a seven-day stay. London City Airport has the biggest potential for savings, with driveway parking on JustPark up to £121.50 (83.51%) cheaper than parking at the airport itself. Sam Sheehan, motoring editor at cinch, said: "Saving up to £120 by parking on a nearby driveway is definitely worth the short taxi ride to the airport. 'The saving could easily cover a meal or an extra excursion on your trip. 'And, as with anything, a little planning and booking as early as you can will help you secure the biggest savings on your airport parking this summer.' Recommended reading: Luckily, not all airport parking costs £150 for a week, and there are some cheaper locations – with a healthy spread across England and a few in Scotland. Teesside International Airport in Durham came out the cheapest of the 30 studied, costing just £45 for seven nights of parking. Second-place at the other end of England was Cornwall Airport Newquay costing £48 for the same duration.
South Wales Guardian
a day ago
- South Wales Guardian
How to get the cheapest airport parking and save up to £120
Airport parking can not only be costly, but it can be tricky to find available spots and remember to book in advance when you have lots of other things to do (last minute packing, anyone?). New research from UK car retailer cinch revealed that Brits can actually save more than £120 on airport parking this summer. It comes in the form of parking on a nearby driveway rather than relying on official airport parking. Parking app JustPark has hundreds of available spaces that can be booked nationwide. By searching for the relevant airport on JustPark and then selecting the 'Park & Save' option, you can see a map of parking spaces and prices nearest to the airport. By clicking on a space, more information is given, such as if the spot has security lighting and is near a bus stop, if not within walking distance, for example. Reviews are also featured, with people praising the suitability of the driveway for space and ease (even friendly owners get a shoutout too!) Cinch's study compared parking costs at more than 30 major UK airports for a seven-night stay during the school summer holidays, with prices going up to £145 at some locations. That's more than 83% more than the cost for a local driveway on JustPark. The study included driveways available to rent on JustPark that were located less than four miles from the airport terminal. London City Airport topped the list with official car park costs reaching £145.50 for seven nights, and several other London airports also feature in the top 10. Leeds Bradford is the furthest-north airport to make the most expensive list, with parking costing from £102. Those who want to save by parking near, rather than at the airport are in luck. Based on the top 10 biggest savings using JustPark, drivers can save an average of £89.98 (77.51%) for a seven-day stay. London City Airport has the biggest potential for savings, with driveway parking on JustPark up to £121.50 (83.51%) cheaper than parking at the airport itself. Sam Sheehan, motoring editor at cinch, said: "Saving up to £120 by parking on a nearby driveway is definitely worth the short taxi ride to the airport. 'The saving could easily cover a meal or an extra excursion on your trip. 'And, as with anything, a little planning and booking as early as you can will help you secure the biggest savings on your airport parking this summer.' Recommended reading: How to book airport parking and lounges before your holiday What is the best SPF moisturiser? Harley Street advice How to get a free flight upgrade on your next holiday Luckily, not all airport parking costs £150 for a week, and there are some cheaper locations – with a healthy spread across England and a few in Scotland. Teesside International Airport in Durham came out the cheapest of the 30 studied, costing just £45 for seven nights of parking. Second-place at the other end of England was Cornwall Airport Newquay costing £48 for the same duration.
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- The Herald Scotland
How to get the cheapest airport parking and save up to £120
New research from UK car retailer cinch revealed that Brits can actually save more than £120 on airport parking this summer. It comes in the form of parking on a nearby driveway rather than relying on official airport parking. Parking app JustPark has hundreds of available spaces that can be booked nationwide. How to save money on airport parking By searching for the relevant airport on JustPark and then selecting the 'Park & Save' option, you can see a map of parking spaces and prices nearest to the airport. By clicking on a space, more information is given, such as if the spot has security lighting and is near a bus stop, if not within walking distance, for example. Reviews are also featured, with people praising the suitability of the driveway for space and ease (even friendly owners get a shoutout too!) Nearby airport parking Cinch's study compared parking costs at more than 30 major UK airports for a seven-night stay during the school summer holidays, with prices going up to £145 at some locations. That's more than 83% more than the cost for a local driveway on JustPark. The study included driveways available to rent on JustPark that were located less than four miles from the airport terminal. London City Airport topped the list with official car park costs reaching £145.50 for seven nights, and several other London airports also feature in the top 10. Leeds Bradford is the furthest-north airport to make the most expensive list, with parking costing from £102. Those who want to save by parking near, rather than at the airport are in luck. Can you still use a red passport in 2025? Based on the top 10 biggest savings using JustPark, drivers can save an average of £89.98 (77.51%) for a seven-day stay. London City Airport has the biggest potential for savings, with driveway parking on JustPark up to £121.50 (83.51%) cheaper than parking at the airport itself. Sam Sheehan, motoring editor at cinch, said: "Saving up to £120 by parking on a nearby driveway is definitely worth the short taxi ride to the airport. 'The saving could easily cover a meal or an extra excursion on your trip. 'And, as with anything, a little planning and booking as early as you can will help you secure the biggest savings on your airport parking this summer.' Recommended reading: Luckily, not all airport parking costs £150 for a week, and there are some cheaper locations – with a healthy spread across England and a few in Scotland. Teesside International Airport in Durham came out the cheapest of the 30 studied, costing just £45 for seven nights of parking. Second-place at the other end of England was Cornwall Airport Newquay costing £48 for the same duration.
Scottish Sun
21-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Scots tourist spot named among most picturesque locations in the world
Read on to discover which other roads make the top five STUNNING SCENES Scots tourist spot named among most picturesque locations in the world SCOTLAND'S North Coast 500 has been named among the world's most picturesque road trips. The study, conducted by Cinch, analysed 40 iconic road trip routes across six continents to find out what journeys are most shared Instagram. 2 A road sign for the North Coast 500 in the Scottish Highlands Credit: Getty America's legendary Route 66 was crowned the most Instagrammed route on Earth, racking up a staggering 2.4 million hashtag mentions. Also making the top five were Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland, Great Ocean Road, Australia and Blue Ridge Parkway, USA. The NC500 is one of the most popular tourist trips in the country. The 516-mile stretch has been compared to America's famous Route 66 and gets thousands of visitors every year. Tourists flock to take in the breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands. Cinch motoring editor Sam Sheehan said: 'There's something unmatched about exploring the world from behind the wheel – stopping when you like, chasing views, discovering unexpected places. "These drives capture the imagination of millions because they offer freedom, beauty and a bit of adventure. 'Whether you hire a car to go from Chicago to California or take your pride and joy around the NC500, a little research can help you set up the road trip of a lifetime.' The NC500, dubbed Scotland's Route 66, is under the spotlight as locals express frustration over the influx of tourists along the rural route. While the scenic road trip brings economic benefits to the Highland region, residents are frequently irked by the trail of rubbish and damage to the roads caused by the surge in camper vans and mobile homes. Brand new coastal caravan park on picturesque NC500, near stunning, award-winning beach But tourists claim to respect the environment and the beauty of the route. It comes after locals blasted 'entitled' tourists who dumped their campervan outside a doctor's surgery - then cycled off for more than a week. It's claimed the visitors parked up in a spot that's reserved for medical staff who are on-call along the NC500 route. They then left their motorhome behind in Thurso, Caithness, to zip away on their bikes and catch a ferry.
Daily Record
20-06-2025
- Daily Record
Iconic Scottish road trip ranked among world's most Instagrammable destinations
It ranked an incredible fifth in the world with 694,511 Instagram mentions A breathtaking Scottish route has driven its way into the global spotlight, after being named one of the most picturesque road trips on Earth in a new study of Instagram data. The North Coast 500, a spectacular 516-mile loop through the Scottish Highlands, has been ranked fifth in the world and second in Europe by cinch, the UK's largest online used car retailer. Researchers analysed 40 iconic road trips across six continents, looking at how often each was shared on Instagram using popular hashtags. Scotland's NC500 racked up 694,511 hashtag mentions, largely under #nc500 (519,000) and #northcoast500 (175,000). Cinch said: "Completing the top five is Scotland's North Coast 500, clinching 694,511 Instagram hashtag mentions. Most tend to accompany their scenic Scottish snaps with #nc500 (519,000 uses) and #northcoast500 (175,000)." Beginning and ending in Inverness, the NC500 winds through remote beaches, majestic Munros, rugged cliffs and ancient castles. It typically takes five to seven days to complete and has earned a 4.7-star TripAdvisor rating, beloved by photographers, nature lovers and road trippers alike. But taking the top spot worldwide was a truly iconic route: Route 66. Route 66 takes first place with over 2.4 million Instagram hashtag mentions, proving that you just can't beat the classics. The legendary 2,448-mile highway connects Chicago to Los Angeles, cutting through America's heartland and offering an unforgettable blend of big cities, small towns, diners, deserts and ghost towns. Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way ranked just behind at number two globally, claiming the top spot in Europe. The route boasts over 1.9 million Instagram mentions, thanks to stunning coastal images posted under hashtags like #wildatlanticway. Spanning an astonishing 1,600 miles from the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal to Kinsale in County Cork, it holds the title of the world's longest defined coastal route, offering breathtaking cliffs, remote beaches and endless Atlantic views. The Wild Atlantic Way and the NC500 were the only European road trips to make the top 10, but four more bagged spots in the top 20. The Ring Road in Iceland had 295k Instagram posts, while Ireland's second entry was the Ring of Kerry with 262k. The Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland (232k) and Germany's Romantic Road (42k) rounded out Europe's inclusion in the top 20. Cinch's motoring editor Sam Sheehan commented: 'There's something unmatched about exploring the world from behind the wheel – stopping when you like, chasing views, discovering unexpected places. "These drives capture the imagination of millions because they offer freedom, beauty and a bit of adventure. 'Whether you hire a car to go from Chicago to California or take your pride and joy around the NC500, a little research can help you set up the road trip of a lifetime.' The top ten most Instagrammed road trips in the world: Route 66, USA, North America – 2.4 million hashtags Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland, Europe – 1.9 million Great Ocean Road, Australia, Oceania – 1.6 million Blue Ridge Parkway, USA, North America – 722K North Coast 500, Scotland, Europe – 695K Garden Route, South Africa, Africa – 634K Carretera Austral, Chile, South America – 581K Silk Road, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan & China, Asia – 512K Pacific Coast Highway, USA, North America – 453K Hana Highway, USA, North America – 431K
