JUNE NEWSLETTER 2007
 

Specials | Car Leasing | New Products | Canal & River Boat Specials | Car Rental Specials | Air Fares

If you book with us between 1st and 29th June 2007 and pay in full by 29 June 2007
you will be entitled to a 5% Discount on the daily rental rate for all products
(excludes Car Leasing) *Terms & Conditions apply 

FANTASTIC MOTORHOME SPECIALS
 
Motorhome Hire 2007 Rugby World Cup Last Minute Specials
2007 Rugby World Cup Motorhome Hire
Limited Availability ! Book Now to Secure your Motorhome Hire to avoid disappointed !
Motorhomes Croatia
Croatia
Uni Rent 2008 Early Bird Special - Receive 2007 Rates for Travel in 2008
Motorhomes Finland
Finland
 Touring Cars Finland - Receive 2007 Rates for Travel in 2008
Motorhomes France France
 Avis Caraway 2008 Early Bird Special - Receive 2007 Rates for Travel in 2008
Motorhomes Germany


Germany
 DRM Germany Motorhomes 2008 Early Bird Special
 DRM Germany Motorhomes Comfort Star Special - FREE Service Fee

Motorhomes Holland Holland
 Motorhomes Holland 2007 and 2008 Early Bird & Winter Specials
Motorhomes Iceland Iceland
 Motorhomes Iceland - 2008 Early Bird Special
Motorhomes Ireland

Ireland
 Kamp Easi Ireland - Book in advance special

Italy Motorhomes Italy
 Click here for Freedom Motorhome Hire Italy 2007 Early Bird Special
Motorhomes Norway Norway
 Touring Cars Norway - Receive 2007 Rates for Travel in 2008
Motorhomes Spain

Spain
 Click here for Euromotorhomes Just Married and Pensioners Special
 Click here for Autocaravan Express 2008 Early Bird Special

Motorhomes UK UK
Click here for 2008 Drive and Go UK - 2008 Early Bird Special
Click here for 2007 Wild Horizon Early Bird Special
Click here for 2007 CW Motorhome Hire Early Bird Special


 



CAR LEASING

 

Renault Eurodrive

2007 European Summer Specials

Receive 5 FREE DAYS or 50% Discount
on Delivery / Return Fees
plus Long Duration Special
(for deliveries up to 31 December 2007)

MUST BOOK AND DEPOSIT BY 31 JULY 2007


For more information, please click here

What is included
with a Lease Car ?

When leasing a car with Peugeot, there are no hidden extra costs! Lease rates are all inclusive and incorporate:

  • A BRAND NEW Renault vehicle.
  • Full Comprehensive Insurance.
  • Full Factory Warranty.
  • Unlimited kilometers.
  • 24 Hour Peugeot assistance.
  • Maps & Information guide.
  • No Insurance excess.
  • No extra driver charges.
  • No Airport fees.
  • Vehicles can be driven throughout Europe*, Including Britain and Ireland.
4WD EUROPEAN CAR LEASING
World Cup Super Saver SPECIAL !!!
2007 European Summer Specials
5 Free Days
Plus Long Duration Special
Must book and pay deposit by 31 JULY 2007

For deliveries up until 31 December 2007

All Nissan models feature leather trim, CD/MP3 players, sunroof, reversing camera
plus top specification colour GPS for Europe, as standard.

Our Rates include:

- Full Insurance
- Unlimited Kilometers
- No Additional Driver Charges
- 7 FREE Days - Minimum Age 18 - No Upper Age Limit
- 24 Hour Roadside Assistance
- Free Delivery and Return in France
- 50% Off Delivery & Return Fees Other Locations


For more informaiton, please click here



Citroen Car Leasing in Europe

2007 JUNE SPECIAL !

RECEIVE 50% DISCOUNT
on Delivery / Return Fees
* Receive 3 FREE Days Loyalty Bonus for Citroen Customers from 2002

Valid for collections to 31 December 2007
Minimum 17 Days


Click here for Citroen Car Leasing 2007 Earlybird Offers !



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GIFT VOUCHERS

We have gift vouchers available which can be put towards any of our products including accommodation and flights. Your choice of denomination and valid for one year from date of issue and we include a calculator and cap.


ACCOMMODATION Discover Travel & Tours
Discover Bed & Breakfast
programme features a superb selection of over quality Bed & Breakfasts, private homes and guesthouses throughout France, Britain and Ireland. The flexibility of the Go As You Please product enables clients to plan their tour as they travel, confident of comfortable accommodation at the end of each day. Clients are provided with a full colour illustrated accommodation directory. 

Discover Inns of Britain, Ireland, is a selection of approx 480 traditional inns located throughout Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales. A warm welcome is guaranteed, and comfort, good food and a friendly local bar are considered paramount. These quality inns offer individual character, history, snug bars, roaring fires and a welcoming host.

Discover Mansions and Manors properties are private family homes and are furnished in gracious and luxurious style, often adorned with antique furniture and old family portraits. Bedrooms are spacious with en suite or private bathrooms and some even boast four poster beds. The public rooms are superbly furnished in tasteful decor and style and in some establishments blazing log fires complement the central heating.

Discover Hotelpass is a flexible, Go As You Please voucher programme offering a amazing selection of independently owned and group hotels. With over 1370 properties throughout France, Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, of typically 3 star standard or better , this exclusive programme offers quality hotel accommodation in every town, city and countryside location.

New Products

Motorhome Rental
McRent Motorhome Hire - Holland - Fair - simple - safe, that is our motto! Rent motorhomes of all kinds. Whether you look for a practical alcove, a sleek semi-integrated or a luxury 8 meter integrated motorhome, you will find well tended vehicles from Dethleffs here. Today here, tomorrow there and where you enjoy it most you'll stay a few days longer. We have the perfect vehicle for you.

BluRent Motorhomes in Italy - Over 50 depots in Italy
Imagine a holiday in which you can change your itinerary whenever you want and truly manage your own time. If this is what you call a true holiday. What are you waiting for. Rent a camper and get going!!

Hansarent Motorhome Rental - Estonia - Depot in Tallin. Belonging to the same family with Hansabuss, Hansarent offers transport solutions of uncompromising quality for smaller travelling parties. The flexible services of Hansarent include a possibility to order a transfer service for saving your time etc. A larger party can travel more comfortably with Hansarent trailers and accessories.

UniRent Motorhomes - Croatia - Every motorhome is equipped with bicycle holder, daylight top, Hi-Fi equipment, kitchen recess, refrigerator, built in bathroom, TV LCD sat antenna, roof rack with ladder, awning, two gas bottles, towing hook.
There are air-conditioner (220V) and a garage for transport bicycle or moped (Katamarano 5).
The rental fees are with unlimited travelled kilometeres. The vehicles are with Diesel engine.


Car Rental
Avis Car Rental - Europe - We offer a choice of hundreds of locations offering both major airports and rail stations in city and regional centres, including the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UK - Britain and Yugoslavia.

Europcar Prestige Car Rental – Australia

Porsche at Baslow – UK

Chrysler Jeep Car Renal – Latvia

UniRent Car Rental - Croatia

Supreme Sports Luxury Car Rental - UK

TREFL - Melbourne Sports Car Rental Australia

Marker Car Rental - Croatia

Canalboat Rental / River Cruising
Peter Deilmann River Cruise - Europe - To discover the Heart of Europe, a river cruise is the perfect way to explore the countries of Europe aboard a floating hotel with all the advantages of unpacking just once. Relax in total comfort as you glide past quaint villages, historic towns, lush vineyards, majestic castles and sparkling cities.

Peter Deilmann River Cruises, a privately owned company, offers leisurely holidays usually of 7 nights duration but some lasting 14 nights, along the five main river systems together with their tributaries. Visits ashore are made daily with optional excursions. There is a fleet of nine de luxe river vessels from which to choose, sailing these classic arteries in considerable style and ease.

Leuftner Cruises in Europe
- Come and discover Europe's most beautiful Waterways by travelling on Lueftner River Cruises.
Luftner River Cruises take you through peaceful landscapes, past picturesque towns and impressive sights, and right into the throbbing hearts of some of Europe’s great metropolises.


A-Rosa River Cuises in Europe - Imagine drifting by, with all the beauty of the river right before your very eyes! Enjoy the green banks, the sun-drenched hills, and vineyards, the beautiful forests, the stately cities. Everything's in 'flow motion'.

New Website:
See our new website: www.motorbikerentals.com
Motorbike Rentals - Experience the Freedom


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CANAL & RIVER BOAT SPECIALS


Canalboat Hire in Belgium, England, France, Germany, Holland, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Spain

CROWN BLUE, CONNOISSEUR and EMERALD STAR
APRIL Specials and 2008 Early Bird Specials

CROWN BLUE - FRANCE - EUROPE

NORTH FRANCE
Receive 15% Discount for all departures on a Salsa Boat
Must book by 29 June 2007

ALL REGIONS
Receive 15% Discount for all departures on a Capri boat
Must book by 29 June 2007

FRANCE REGIONS
Receive 10% Discount depart in July to Castelnaudary
Must book by 15 July 2007

GERMANY REGION
Receive 10% Discount for all departures on a Royal Classique Boat
Must book by 29 June 2007

FRANCE REGIONS
Receive 10% Discount for all departures in August from Narbonne or Decize
Must book by 29 June 2007

2008 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Receive 10% Discount travel in 2008

Must book by 29 June 2007

Crown Blue Canal Boat Hire - Europe

CONNOISSEUR - FRANCE - EUROPE

France

Receive 10% Discount for all departures in August from Narbonne or Decize
Must book by 29 June 2007

FRANCE
Receive 10% Discount depart in July To Homps or Beaucaire
Must book by 29 June 2007

FRANCE
Receive 10% Discount for all departures from Castlemoron in July 2007
Must book by 29 June 2007

ALL REGIONS
Receive 15% Discount for all departures on a 900FB & 1370FB boat
Must book by 29 June 2007

HOLLAND
Receive 10% Discount departures in August & October
Must book by 29 June 2007

2008 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Receive 10% Discount for travel in 2008

Must book by 29 June 2007

Connoisseur Canal Boat Rental - Europe

EMERALD STAR - IRELAND
Receive 15% Discount for all departures on a Town Star or a Mountain Star boat
Must book by 29 June 2007

2008 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Receive 2007 Rates for travel in 2008

Must book and deposit by 29 June 2007

Emerald Star Canalboat Hire in Ireland


Canalboat hire in the UK


ROSE NARROBOATS - UK

Special Rates for multiple weeks.

Click here

Canalboat hire in France RIVE DE FRANCE - FRANCE
Long Cruise Special Discounts
Long Cruise Special Discounts !
Click here 
Canalboat hire in France and Germany

NICOLS - FRANCE / GERMANY
Special Offers
Receive 20% Discount on all Boats from all Bases for cruises in June 2007
Receive 10% Discount
on all Boats from all Bases for cruises in July 2007
Plus other Canal Boat Hire Discounts !
Must Book and Pay in Full by 29 June 2007


2007 Last Minute Special Offers

Canalboat hire in France and Germany

BLACK PRINCE - UK
Special Offers !
Discount Week Special, Springer Special, Bouncer Special
and 2008 Early Bird Special!


Click here

Canalboat hire in France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Belgium
FRANCE PASSION - FRANCE / BELGIUM / GERMANY / ITALY / SPAIN
Great 2008 Earlybird Special and Other Discounts

France General   |
 France Regional  |  Spain - Italy - Germany
Canal Boat Holiday Specials in Ireland CARRICK CRAFT - IRELAND
2007 Discounts !

Click here

Email Us for more details on these Great Specials at enquiries@canalboatholidays.com

 

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Car Rental Specials!

Ask for a Best Price Guaranteed Quote today - enquiries@europeshoppe.com.au


Car Rental Specials !
CAR RENTAL SPECIALS !
Ask for a Best Price Guaranteed Quote today - enquiries@europeshoppe.com.au

2007 CAR HIRE
UK - UNITED KINGDOM CAR HIRE

Europcar Free Free One Way Special

AVIS CAR HIRE
5% June Special

SIXT CAR HIRE
5% June Special

Email us for more details on these Great Specials at enquiries@europeshoppe.com.au

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BEST PRICE GUARANTEE!!

We don't say Lowest Price guarantee because sometimes our prices may APPEAR higher but you have to carefully check out the inclusions. We try and include as much as possible in our rates so that you don't have any 'big surprises' at the end of your rental. Our quotes carefully spell out what is included and what has to be paid at the start of your rental.

A common mistake when clients compare rental rates is that they don't read the inclusions carefully. Sure, some companies say insurance is included but what they omit to say is that it has an excess or deductible of $3000 . We include Collision Damage Waiver which reduces this to a more manageable figure as standard. To buy this waiver will often cost up to 12 Euros per day !

We also include airport fees where we can - in Italy for example some companies add 14% of the rental rate. Other items to check for would be: Road Registration fees, additional driver fees, city and sometimes rail surcharges.

Other reasons why you should book with us - Click here

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AIR FARES

Airfare Specials ! (Ex Australia)


Travel Compensation Fund Licence No: 30539
TCF No: 712

Special Senior Fares to Europe !
Call to reserve as these seats go fast !
within Australia (03) 8781 1111

Excellent First and Business Class Airfares can be Purchased Through Us!

Economy Class bookings can only be purchased through us if booked in conjunction with our land product.

Air Mauritius Business Class: From Melbourne / Sydney to Europe $4150.00 + Taxes Valid from now until 9th December 2007

Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance
Don't forget our Best Price Guarantee which will ensure that you always receive the Best Value!

Click here for more information



Thai Airways
Business Class From Perth to Europe $4829.00 + Taxes
From Melbourne / Sydney to Europe $5569 + Taxes

Japan Airlines From Adelaide / Brisbane / Canberra / Cairns / Melbourne / Sydney / Townsville to Europe $5050.00 + taxes

Please look out for our SENIORS DISCOUNT AIRFARES: If you are over the age of 60 we can offer you some really discounted deals with Emirates, Air France and Austrian Airlines Year Round.

SPECIAL BUSINESS CLASS AIRFARE WITH JAPAN AIRLINES - SENIOR'S ONLY !




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We are currently seeking a part time marketing and PR Guru.

Please email your Resume to: tony@europeshoppe.com.au 

 

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REMEMBER TO PACK...

  • Calculator - don't get ripped off with foreign exchange conversions.
  • Duct tape - great as fluff remover; to seal a box if you want to send excess
    baggage home; wrap around a travel bag if the zip breaks or as extra security
  • Lip balm - lips can dry out especially if you are not used to being outdoors quite so much
  • Muesli bars - will keep you going until the next meal
  • Notebook and pen... handy especially for language barriers - draw a picture - a bit like foreign pictionary! When you don't know foreign numbers... at least you can understand written prices & to make notes of when and where you took that photo and to write down details of new friends.
  • Pedometer - see how many km's you cover in a day
  • Pocket knife - handy for cutting up an impromptu picnic lunch
  • Plastic plate or frisbee - useful for your lunch, cutting your cheese, salami, tomato etc and for playing with afterwards...fun on the beach
  • Pre printed address labels - instead of taking your address book - just peel and stick labels on your postcards
  • Plastic poncho with hood - looks dorky but at least your hands will be free for taking photos etc whereas an umbrella can be a hindrance - especially in crowded places.
  • Spare spectacles - easy to replace sunglasses but would you be lost without a spare pair of prescription lenses?
  • Safety pins - a hundred uses
  • Travel clock - in case you need to get up early to catch a train, plane or make an early start to avoid the crowds
  • Torch with fresh batteries - lots of uses
  • Travel scrabble / cards - impromptu entertainment - great for breaking the ice in a youth hostel!
  • Tissues ... if not for you, for the kid next to you with the runny nose or sticky fingers
  • umbrella can be a hindrance - especially in crowded places.
  • Various sized Glad bags for fruit (squashed banana in your backpack is NOT fun), for leftovers, damp clothes, messy things.
  • Wet wipes - instant hygiene and ideal for after lunch clean up.

Got any more travel tips? Let us know and we'll pass them on to your fellow
travellers. A windcheater, cap and calculator for the best tip received.


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WHY YOU SHOULD BOOK WITH US

We save you the time and effort of calling several different companies to find the best rate and vehicle to suit your needs. We have the largest selection of any company worldwide. We are expert niche specialists.

Did you know???
That the price you see is not always the price you end up paying?
You have to consider Taxes - are they included or not?

One way fees - they can vary by hundreds of dollars between companies. When you need a one way rental, we automatically check every company we represent to find the best one way fee. Why call nine companies when one call to us does it for you...

Petrol or diesel? - We know which is best! The cost of fuel? - We know that too...

CDW & PAI & SLI...you get offered these -Do you know which you need and which you don't? We do.

Some companies have a minimum/maximum age - some charge extra if you fall into this category. We know which do and which don't.

Some cars & motorhomes can go into Eastern European countries - some can't.
Only cars from certain countries can enter Eastern Europe. We know the answer to both.

A second driver fee can be $10 per day... some allow it free - same with airport / city / station fee. Guess who know this too !!

Do I need an International Drivers Permit... If you have a drivers licence in English eg. Australian, New Zealand, USA etc you do not need an International Drivers permit.
If your licence is in a foreign language, we do recommend that you get an International Drivers Permit


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TIPS for DRIVING IN EUROPE

1. If your rental is under 21 days - car rental is generally more cost effective than leasing.

2. Car rental prices vary from country to country - so a slight adjustment of your starting point can save you heaps eg. a 1.4 L Megane picked up in Spain would cost you Australian $60 per day but just go across the border to France and you will pay Australian $45 per day for that same car !

3. If you are under 25 - avoid paying the young driver surcharge which can be an Australian $25 per day by doing a car lease.

4. If you want a minibus, an automatic vehicle or need a vehicle for more than 28 days - look at car leasing which is the tax free program which is sanctioned by the French government to encourage tourism. Leasing includes absolutely everything with no additional driver fees, airport fees and even the comprehensive insurance does not have an excess. Cars can be leased for up to 175 days with prices starting from Australian $24 a day per car. Have a look at
Car Leasing in Europe. We are the only operator that offers leasing with all three companies that offers leasing.

5. Do all that is possible to get a diesel vehicle as diesel can cost up to a third less than petrol in some countries. Note that with a rental car - you most often will receive a petrol driven car. With leasing you can order a diesel car.

6. If you are taking a rental car - the insurance which is included, does come with an excess of approximately Australian $1,000 and whilst you could take out excess reduction waivers at the car counter - do check your travel insurance policy as quite a few of them offer "Rental vehicle insurance excess cover" - which means you don't have to take out those waivers as your travel
insurance will cover this. Travel Insurance Quote for a quick quote.

7. If on a budget, consider taking a Motorhome instead of a car. This would be your accommodation and transport in one and you can save so much by cooking your own food and making your own sandwich lunches. See Motorhome Hire in Europe for comprehensive info. Motorhomes are offered in 19 countries.

8. Car hire & Motorhomes are often priced on a seasonal basis whereby the pick up date determines the rate for the entire rental so if you want a car on 30 September - it may be worthwhile to wait one day and start on 01October when the rates drop.

9. If you do a fly/drive package - you often get the car or airfare at a reduced rate. Have a look at www.europeshoppe.com.au

10. Lastly - most companies in Europe charge an airport fee - in some places like Italy, this can as high as 14% of your TOTAL hire cost, so consider taking a taxi to a downtown location and avoiding the fee. Incidentally, airport drop off's do not incur the airport fee.

11. Want to travel to Eastern Europe eg. Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic and your car hire company won't allow it? Start in Germany or Austria and you can or alternatively, lease a car. They allow it with full insurance and no excess.

Free Reservation Numbers

  • - Australia: 1800 338 817
  • - USA + Canada: 011 800 8781 1120
  • - New Zealand: 00 800 8781 1120
  • - United Kingdom: 00 800 8781 1120
  • - Germany: 00 800 8781 1120
  • - France 00 800 8781 1120

 

 
 

 

 

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