2511. Getting Around Smart Motorways
September 09, 2016
If you do courier jobs that involve long periods on motorways, then you are most probably familiar with what are known as smart motorways.
What is a “Smart Motorway”?
Well, it’s got nothing to do with mobile technology like a “smart phone” – but it does, just like your phone, provide...
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2512. Could You Be Vanarama's Next Van Hero of the Year?
September 09, 2016
Vanarama, one of the country’s biggest van leasing companies, with over 53 locations spread across the UK, is gearing up for the finals of its Van Hero 2016 competition this coming October. If you’re a courier driver or run a courier business, then you could win a cash prize of £5,000 or a free, thr...
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2513. Cheaper Fuel Equals Lower Costs, Lower Prices and Higher Profits
September 09, 2016
Running a haulage business and doing courier jobs is an expensive operation, what with wages, buying and maintaining vehicles, insurance, and fuel. In fact, depending on the vehicle type and its annual mileage, fuel costs can be anywhere from 17% to a whopping 32% of your annual running costs (FTA -...
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2514. Why You Should Attend the 2016 FTA Transport Manager Conferences.
September 09, 2016
For over two decades, the Freight Transport Association has held a series of 12 regional Transport Manager Conferences that bring together road, sea, air and rail transport companies, industry leaders, regulatory bodies and many others to discuss the changes that the logistics industry is going thro...
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2515. A Congestion-Free August Bank Holiday (Almost)
September 09, 2016
Well, the August Bank Holiday is behind us. If you or your drivers were on courier jobs which included stretches of motorway or major “A” roads, then you will probably have noticed the almost total absence of road works. This was thanks to the efforts of Highways England, which made a special effort...
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2516. An Excellent Summer Activity Holiday for the Family in Les Gets
September 08, 2016
When it comes to summer holidays, choosing a family-friendly destination can be challenging. I much prefer summer activity holidays to fly-and-flop vacations, as they allow you to create many happy memories with your kids and show them beautiful areas of the world. I often like to suggest to like-mi...
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2517. An Incredible Holiday Itinerary for the Family in Canada
September 08, 2016
Whistler, Canada is one of my personal favourite family summer break destinations. It combines astonishing raw natural beauty along with fantastic outdoor activities, which makes holidaying here a great way to inspire your kids and show them how beautiful this planet is!
There is an incredib...
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2518. A Fun-Filled Itinerary for a Family Holiday in Portugal
September 08, 2016
Choosing a destination for a family holiday can be challenging. Instead of your typical fly-and-flop vacations, I always prefer adventurous holidays which combine fun activities with beautiful surroundings. One family-friendly destination that I like to recommend to my clients is Martinhal, Portugal...
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2519. A Typical Holiday Itinerary for the Family in Aquitaine
September 08, 2016
Whenever a family is searching for a fun and adventurous destination for their summer holiday, I always like to recommend Aquitaine, France. There are dozens of excellent activities to try, all against a magnificent backdrop which encompasses lush pine forests, blue lakes and sandy beaches.
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2520. Make the Most of Your Visit to Geneva: The Romantic Spots
September 07, 2016
Surprise your partner with a sophisticated city escape to Switzerland’s cosmopolitan centre, located on the French border. In Geneva’s lakeside location, celebrate romance in the fresh outdoors, at waterside restaurants, or explore the city’s natural wonders. It’s impossible for you to be at a loose...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
