Link to a forum : Car Hire in Malaga

14-07-2008
>4 posts
Opening post of this forum :

"Hi. Does anyone know of a company who does a fair deal on fuel in this area?
I'm hoping to find someone who will do (say) 1/4 or 1/2 half tank upon colliection and return the same but most seem to do full/full or full/empty both of which can be a con.
Cheers. "

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Link to a forum : Car Hire Portugal and Spain

Posted: May 29, 2006
>30 posts

Opening post of this forum :

" We are planning to timeshare in Portugal (Algarve) for 1 week then in Spain (Costa del Sol) for the next week. We want to rent a car in Portugal and travel to Spain with it then turn it in at the Malaga airport.

Has anyone done this? How easy/difficult is it to take a rental car from Portugal into Spain? How much, if any, is the drop-off charge? Any information would be greatly appreciated."

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Link to a forum : Travel agency to arrange excursions with in Malaga

Posted: Tue April 1, 2008 01:21 PM UTC


Opening post of this forum :

" Hi all

I will be in Malaga from the 9th April only for one week but also hope to arrange an excursion for a few days to Morocco to visit Tangier & Asilah. Can anyone recommend any good travel agency I can go to in Malaga to arrange this who have a good reputation and are also cheap of course ! Thanks in advance."

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Article : How To Rent A Car At Malaga Airport

By Sica Ungureanu

Hire at Malaga Airport

Many car rental companies have offices currently at the basement Terminal 2 of the Malaga Airport. Although a lot of big names can be seen, it would be preferable to book with a local company offering a local telephone number throughout your car rental period for any unforseen circumstances.

Local car hire companies include:

Dragon Car Hire

Malaga Cars

Due to the large number of flights arriving on a daily basis, it is advisable to book your car hire well in advance before arriving at the airport. Most of the companies offer advance bookings via their websites. Due to the fact that Malaga has more than 300 days of sunshine in a year, you can even spoil yourself by renting a convertible such as a Peugeot Cabrio!

Facts:

- Try to avoid the looooong queue by asking the car hire company for a 'meet and greet service' to personally take you to your car, doesnt cost a fortune to do this and worth it with the increasing number of tourists flowing in every year

- Wouldnt it be better to be able to call Tom, Dick or Harry every year and ask for that discount or an upgrade on your car? Try to choose and get acquainted with that one special company to come back happily to every year

- ALL companies offer free delivery and collection from the Malaga airport, again I say, insist on a local company with its own fleet rather than brokers leaving you high and dry

- Most car hire companies also have affiliations to the local golf courses to get you tee times

source : http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Rent-A-Car-At-Malaga-Airport&id=537730

Article : Car Hire Malaga: All You Need To Know

Malaga is one of the most brilliant and vibrant cities of Spain. A coastline of fine, golden beaches, wonderful Mediterranean climate, several luxury costal resorts, and excellent amenities lure thousands of tourists to Malaga every holiday season. Predictably, Malaga International Airport is the busiest airport in Spain. The airport serves as a gateway to the Costa Del Sol and is very well connected to the other popular resort towns such as Torremolinos, Marbella and Benalmadena. Several local and international car hire and car rental companies also have a large presence at the airport. The intense competition ensures you get nothing but the best in terms of service and facilities. Car hire has become a trend amongst tourists arriving in Malaga because it’s extremely efficient- affording you to get the most out of your time and money. There are personalised packages to suit your budget and travel plans. It is the best way to enjoy a comfortable holiday. In a setting like Malaga, a having a flawless, shining car at your disposal opens up countless possibilities to enjoy your holiday.

Malaga Airport
Situated 8 kilometers away from the city, Malaga airport is one of the most efficient in Spain. Its ultra modern facilities and services have made it the preferred destination for all major airlines in the world. Currently, the airport is connected to 90 international destinations. Several budget airlines also provide regular flights to the airport.

There is just so much to do and see in this “Paradise City” that your itinerary will be full before you realize it. Grand monuments, more than 20 interesting and unique museums and a spirited cultural agenda with the “Feria de Malaga” at its center, Malaga has a lot to offer to its visitors. After the days of sightseeing, enjoy Malaga nights in its chic nightclubs, pubs and discos. If you are here looking for a quiet and invigorating break, there are the quaint villages and towns where you can soak in the typical Andalucian atmosphere. This is one of the places where you will get a taste of the “real Spain”.

Are you a golf enthusiast? The Costa del Sol is today the dream golf destination for every golfer.

There are some car rental companies which also offer tee time bookings along with your Malaga car hire. They will help you to organise your golf holiday in Malaga and book tee times for you on some of the best golf courses in and around Malaga and the “Costa del Golf.”

You will need to have your own vehicle to dash between so many locations and sights. Malaga by car is the best way to explore the several sights and beaches spread in and around Malaga. Malaga. It is also convenient as you don’t need to depend on the public transfers to get around.

About car hire in Malaga:

Malaga Airport Car Hire is available through many companies which have their desks at the airport arrivals. The services are prompt and include most basic services like “meet and greet” at the airport. Book your car for Malaga online before you arrive, however. The summer months in Malaga are particularly busy and you don’t want to arrive at the airport without a car!! Advance rental car reservation ensures that a car of your preference and make is waiting for you at the airport before you arrive. It also helps you get the best deal in terms of cost efficiency and personalised facilities Car hire in Malaga is your best choice to enjoy a low cost and cheap car hire service with all facilities in place for your comfort. Car hire service providers who do not have a set up at the airport provide free pick up and drop off facilities.

Save by booking early as the prices are low during off-season. Also early reservation will give you the freedom to choose from many available cars. If you wait on until the season picks up, your options start getting very limited.

If you are traveling with children, book a child seat in advance as they are charged extra and can be in short supply during peak season. It will well be advisable to do some research while you reserve a car. Almost all the companies on the internet advertise lowest rates, but watch out for hidden costs or extra charges. Go for companies which have all their services and corresponding charges clearly spelled out on the website. Your car hire should cover breakdown assistance and insurance cover at no extra charges... Some companies have extra charges for an additional driver.

There is a range of cars available for hiring a car in Malaga. The categories of cars will be usually family cars, soft-top cars, automatic cars, luxury cars, and small cars. If you are a large party, there are people carriers, mini buses available with most Car hire providers. Reserving early and online helps you in deciding on a car as all the car models and car hire rates are on display on websites.

source : http://www.articleboy.com/Article/Car-Hire-Malaga--All-You-Need-To-Know/18540

Link to a forum : Car Hire- Malaga Airport

February 03, 2008 (7 posts)
First post of this forum :

"Hi all,

I was wondering if you could help me out. I have been to Malaga airport many times as we own an apartment down near Marbella, but I cant for the life of me work out the answer to my question!!

Bascially its about car hire. I want to hire a car for me and my g/f for our stay. I will do this the usual way of collecting from downstairs at the airport, and we will get a small car. However, she will then return to the UK after about 2.5 weeks, and then some friends will be joining me. Unfortunately, my friends are rather big chaps, so I will need a bigger car. My question is, if I was to return my first hire car the usual way and then say good bye to my girlfriend, how will I get to the car hire bit downstairs again to get my new car, as I wont have come through the arrivals lounge. I dont fancy the idea of sneaking past the sliding doors where the taxi people wait incase I look a little dodgy! Is there another way of getting there?

Thanks in anticipation"

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Link to a forum : Car Hire Malaga Airport

Dec 30th 2007 (6 posts)
First post of this forum :

"Up to now we've been travelling to Granada airport with Monarch..... wonderful, no car hire queues, everything nice and easy, but now Monarch have cancelled the LGW/GRX route, we're having to fly to Malaga from Gatwick. We've also been using CarJet but now they've started charging for a full tank of fuel, and the queues for AurigaCrown and EuropaGoldCar are horrendous, we're looking for alternatives.

Apart from CarJet, what are the options for:
a no-excess insurance,
pay for what you use fuel policy,
and little or no queuing.

I suspect, by definition, there isn't one that fits all, but what are the best options?"

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