Posted on April 22, 2009 by Fiona Hilliard

  A US company has just announced details of its pet-only airline, dedicated to animal friendly travel. The new airline, Pet Airways will cater to those who fret at the idea of their beloved pets being stowed in the cargo hold area during a flight by offering them a pet-only service. From July, the airline [...]

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Fiona Hilliard

Well I never.  In a bid to lure more tourists this summer, two of England’s most famous holiday resorts are going all Eurocentric. Seaside favourites Bournemouth and Poole have both announced that they are set to accept the euro this summer.  You’ll be able to use the currency to pay for everything from a nap [...]

Posted on April 20, 2009 by Fiona Hilliard

In these recessionary times, we know it’s more important for you than ever to see how far your money goes.  That’s why we’ve introduced a brand new feature on Step 2 of our booking engine to show you exactly what’s included in your rate. From now on when you book a car with Argus, you’ll [...]

Posted on April 09, 2009 by Fiona Hilliard

London’s Luton Airport is set to cash in on teary farewells.  Yes, you read that correctly. In the latest ‘get rich quick scheme’ to hit the travel industry, the airport is introducing a new £1 charge for dropping off passengers at the terminal.  Drivers will have to pay the levy to spend up to 10 [...]

Posted on April 08, 2009 by Fiona Hilliard

  Driving in the UK this weekend? Prepare for tailbacks!  Up to 10 million drivers are set to take to the roads over the busy Easter period, with Thursday expected to be the worst day for traffic and the busiest day for airports. A predicted two million people will spend Easter abroad this year.  Argus [...]

Posted on April 07, 2009 by Fiona Hilliard

Around this time last year we were imagining how it would feel to be seated close to someone talking VERY LOUDLY on a mobile phone aboard a plane.  Irritated? Uncomfortable?  Stressed, even?  A year on, with major players Ryanair, TAP and Bmi having already kitted out their planes and a total of 27 other European [...]