COSTS for dropping off friends and family at UK airports have soared over the past year, with some charging up to £7 for a 15-minute stop.
For example, if you don’t pay Heathrow’s £5 drop-off charge before midnight the following day, you’ll be hit with an £80 penalty charge notice .Why it's important to buy travel insurance when booking a holidayEven if there's a charge to park right outside the terminal, there are normally ways to avoid paying this.travellers
Use a comparison site such as Holiday Extras, Airpark or SkyParkSecure, but check on MoneySavingExpert.com's airport parking guide first, as it has discounts of up to 45% via its links.There have been scams in the past, in which cars have been damaged or fined while their owners have been away.This means you could claim a refund from your bank if the company goes bust or doesn't provide the service promised.
You will need to provide the names and ages of all travellers, the destination and any medical conditions.You can also sort policies by price to find cheap travel insurance but check what is covered, as the lowest-cost deals may not always provide the best protection for you.