Thursday, March 24, 2011

How To Best Save Money On Stansted Airport Parking

By Carol Lamb


The UK's third busiest airport, called Stansted (STN), sits approximately 30 miles northeast of London and is a busy place. It services close to 25 million travelers each year plus numerous cargo transporting companies flying in and out of the country. When travelers arrive at the airport in their cars their first concern is usually in finding parking facilities. Fortunately, there is a wide range of Stansted airport parking areas available.

Originally constructed as a military airbase in the early 40's, Stansted has grown to be an important hub for many of Europe's airline companies including the largest, Ryan Air. As one of London's five international airports, only Heathrow and Gatwick are busier. Planes fly in and out to and from more than one hundred various locations.

Having a railroad station adjacent to the airport makes arriving convenient, although many travelers will opt for driving their own cars to the airport and utilizing one of the many car parks available. Parking facilities exist both on and off the airport grounds and can be found for both long and short-term use. 'Clearing house' type sites can be found online which will enable you to easily find available parking facilities to secure your vehicle during your next trip.

Relative cost is certainly a factor in determining which parking arrangement is best for you, but certainly not the only point to consider. Things like level of security, convenience and the nature of services provided should also be looked at. This is especially important when you'll be leaving your vehicle for an extended period of time.

Pre-booking your parking arrangements is a wise decision for lots of reasons. The fees are usually significantly lower than for those who wait until they arrive at the airport to secure their parking place. You will also be assured of having a spot and not have to worry about all the lots being full. Online booking will give you immediate confirmation and most companies will supply you with good travel directions and a list of the procedures to make check-in as quick and easy as possible.

With the 'clearing house' sites you'll be able to compare rates and terms from all the country's major providers. This makes it convenient to learn things such as location, security features and the times and frequency of transfers to the terminal. You can also find out which companies offer special handling such as valet service or 'meet and greet' services.

Utilizing parking facilities owned and operated by the airport itself will generally cost you more and be less convenient too. By pre-booking online you can easily locate the best parking venue at the best price. It's as simple as entering your travel dates and letting them do the legwork for you.

The best websites will not only provide you with every bit of information you need but also give you access to user reviews from previous customers. These can be invaluable. The shared experience of others who have used the facilities you're considering can give you a good idea of what to expect when utilizing Stansted airport parking.




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