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{Tips on how to make sure that you aren't ripped off when hiring a motorhome
Strategies to make sure you aren't ripped off when hiring a motorhome

Know your supplier!

There have now been a number of sites set up thoroughly to rip genuine customers like you off. It's very crucial you have with who you are dealing with as these days anyone can develop a simple web site and start taking booking deposits whole relaxation.

Within the past few years there have already been a great number these rip off's and some very high profile customers are duped into booking via fake booking websites.

We've assembled this guide not only to give assurance that we're exactly who we say we're, but more so to prevent you from being ripped off should you not choose to hire from us.

Inquire: Are the pictures in the website real?

Why? Anyone can duplicate graphics from some other peoples websites, however just an authentic supplier can show graphics at their location, when the motorhomes are branded you might be confident they own them to you!

Ask: Are their details found on producers sites?

Why? Check out the UK motorhome manufacturers websites, for example;

www.rollerteammotorhomes.co.uk/index.php/rental-company

See if their website does not ask yourself why, if that supplier appears on it? Authorised status offers you confidence the provider has a relationship with all the producer.

Ask: Have a look at their address!

Why? Look at streetmap although sounds simple really, but take their postcode from the website and put it in Google and see whether it seems like somewhere you would rent a motorhome. Is there any motorhomes visible? When it's an urban office car park, ask the reason why they might find there and would you be happy with this?

Ask: Is this site a third party booking web site?

Why? Over the past few years a number of sites have sprung up, often claiming to be the largest at motorhome rentals, however they possess only one or two vehicles and rent out other peoples private motorhomes. It has proven fatal for a lot of renters and worst of all frequently the insurance is not valid, only finding out.

Request: Exactly how many motorhomes do you have?

Why? Many motorhome hire firms have just a handful of vehicles, its almost a part time hobby for them. Therefore, if you rent from these people and something goes wrong, who will be there? Lease from a business using fleet and a work force in a position to get your holiday go easily in luxury.

Ask: How old is the vehicle I am renting?

Why? Motorhome hire is like car hire, you wouldn't want to pick up your rental car from the airport on holiday to find out it is 3 years old with 50000 miles and more or 100 hires already completed. Motorhomes have transformed dramatically in the past 3 years, take advantage of the high-end they now offer, let from a company which guarantees the maximum age and mileage of a vehicle. Renting motorhomes that are modern can help you save money on fuel, which makes that vacation better yet!

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Ask: Is my motorhome properly equipped?

Why? Some European motorhomes are quite badly equipped, check it has your essentials, vehicles are supplied by some rental companies without grill or an oven, would you be happy with that? I certainly would not! Make sure everything you want is contained, some companies charge from a chair to a sat nav, assess what quality they use and so check these in full.

Inquire: Should You say the motorhome is elite or luxury, how could I check?

Why? Many motorhome hire firms are calling very basic entry level motorhomes 'high-end' or equal. Check out this, go to the manufacturer's website and find out on your own. I have experienced when certainly that is not absolutely true motorhomes described as high-end. Ensure that when you set off motorhomes have the creature comforts you expect. A reputable hire business tells you the quality you expect, really!

Ask: Can I book a week starting on a midweek date?

Why? Do motorhome hire companies believe they can force anyone to begin their vacation on a Friday? A hire company that is considerate will let your hire begin if you want it to, not them.

Inquire: Exactly what are their group facilities?

Why? This will be a place you may spend some time getting used to the automobile, I've discovered of motorhome handovers occurring in self storage yards, even on the highway outside a house that was private.

Ask: Have you got a live page of similar, facebook, twitter or some kind?

Why? These websites that are independent are not possible to backdate. So have a peek at their images as this is like a history book on the business, obviously this http://www.ukandeuropetravel.com isn't consistently available, but should they are it and write up may be an excellent way of education regarding the business ethos.

Inquire: Can I come and take a look around?

Why? Above all else, greeting the people whose hands you put your hard earned vacation time in and meeting gives you the assurance that is ultimate. You have a cup of tea or coffee and can answer all of your stresses whilst you examine the various possibilities. After all you're going to spend your own time in, make sure you receive the correct vehicle.




 
 
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