18 nov 2020
Rent a car safely during corona
Are you planning to travel to the Netherlands? Then go for safety and rent a car. At BB&L Car Rental we strictly adhere to the guidelines of the Dutch Government.
22 oct 2020
Essential travel during the COVID-19 pandemic
For some time now, COVID-19 has made it difficult for us to travel freely. Strict measures have been imposed once more and this will also affect anyone traveling to the Netherlands.
16 sep 2020
Business travel in times of COVID
For a while, things seemed to be going well after the relaxation of the travel ban. Unfortunately, however, the Dutch government has been forced to tighten the rains and adjust its travel advice for many countries around the world. Are you planning to travel to the Netherlands? Make sure to check the current status and potential risks first.
24 aug 2020
Breaking news: BB&L Car Rental is offering new VIP service
Due to the increased activity at Schiphol in recent years, we have, in close consultation with Schiphol, implemented a new way of receiving and returning your car, allowing us to improve our service even more.
27 jul 2020
Vacationing in the Netherlands: Tips and regulations during Corona
Are you planning a vacation or a family visit in the Netherlands this summer? We’d like to explain the current regulations for having great days out during the corona period.
29 jun 2020
Travel advisory in Europe: Can I go on vacation in the Netherlands during the coronavirus period?
Air traffic has ground to a halt for quite a few months. Due to the coronavirus, traveling by airplane was impossible for a long time. This has had (major) consequences for all of us. What is the current travel advisory in Europe, which rules apply to international travel and can you fly to the Netherlands again?
18 may 2020
Family trips in the Netherlands during corona: What are the possibilities?
The latest advice from the authorities is that we should avoid large groups as much as possible and many attractions are allowed to re-open again albeit in limited fashion. We researched the possibilities for you and listed them below.
30 apr 2020
Tips for smart parking
With a BB&L rental car you can conveniently drive where ever you like. A city trip is always fun but where will you park?
09 mar 2020
Best places to work remotely in the Neteherlands
Remote work locations are ideal for expats. Are you in the Netherlands for business and do you have time in between appointments? At the cafes listed in this blog you can enjoy a good cup of coffee, a hearty lunch AND free WiFi.
14 feb 2020
Expats; handy to know when you arrive
Many Dutch companies utilise the expertise of foreign employees. Some do this remotely, but many companies also opt to bring this expertise to the Netherlands. Foreign employees who (temporarily) come to the Netherlands to live and work are referred to as expats.
27 jan 2020
Car rentals for expats in the Netherlands
As an expat, you will want to use a rental car service to be mobile on your visit. With the rental cars from BB&L Car Rental, you can drive directly to your desired destination.
06 dec 2019
The four best Christmas markets in the Netherlands
There are many Christmas attractions for people visiting the Netherlands this winter. December is known for the many Christmas markets throughout the country. We have selected the top 4 Christmas markets in the country for you!
10 oct 2019
Fall holiday tips: Fun trips and excursions!
The fall holiday break is here again – great to have a couple of weeks free! Have you made any plans? We would like to make some suggestions here. Enjoy your fall break with the kids!
12 aug 2019
Typically Dutch: Those short trips with the rental car
Our country is full of places of interest that everyone should see at least once in a lifetime. So invite your family and friends to explore your country and enjoy these typically Dutch trips that guarantee a companiable day out.
11 jun 2019
Filling up smart in the Netherlands
By choosing your pumps carefully, you can easily save 10 -20 cents per litre. In this blog, we give you some tips on how to save money when fuelling up in the Netherlands.
01 may 2019
The 5 most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands
If you would like to get some sun on the beach, but would rather avoid the overcrowded beaches of Scheveningen and the jam-packed terraces of Amsterdam, we can recommend these five beautiful beaches.
18 mar 2019
How to handle road works
Road work could cause a considerable amount of irritation. We would like to help you deal with road works.
18 jan 2019
Being prepared when you go on winter sports holiday
The winter sports holiday season is in full swing and that means it’s time to enjoy the panoramic holiday areas and white ski slopes. We would like to give you a few tips before you head for the hills.
12 dec 2018
The advent of driving on hydrogen
These days, we are far more aware of how our behaviour effects the environment and the fuels we choose are an important part of this. Driving on hydrogen is much more environment-friendly than gasoline, LPG or diesel and that is why it is increasing in popularity.
14 nov 2018
New fuel stickers: what you need to know
Perhaps you have noticed it already: the fuel labels at the petrol stations have changed. The European Union has started this new sticker programme in order to prevent confusion among the various types of fuel and to be in sync with other European nations.
24 oct 2018
Going abroad with a rental car? Don’t forget the emissions sticker!
Because there are more cars on the road with every passing year, environmental pollution is only increasing. The city centres, especially, are becoming a source of exhaust fumes that are harmful to our health. In order to limit the amount of exhaust fumes and improve the air quality in the big cities, so-called environmental zones have been introduced.
14 sep 2018
Tips for a car trip in the Netherlands
The holiday season has begun and with your rental car you’re off to the best spots in the Netherlands. Fancy going away for the weekend? BB&L gives you seven tips for a fun weekend car trip in the Netherlands!
05 sep 2018
An accident with your BB&L rental car
Of course it is always a shock when you damage a car. Hopefully you’re ok, and there is no need to worry about the car, as you’re renting it all-in.
25 aug 2018
5 tips to avoid the Dutch traffic jams
With BB&L we know you don’t like to wait. So the only one waiting is your rental car – and that’s for you to arrive at the airport! You just jump right in. After that, it’s just a matter of avoiding the traffic jams. And here’s five tips to do it.
17 aug 2018
The nine best stops along the Dutch highways
A highway was made to quickly get from A to B. But breaks should be part of long trips, and just to stretch your legs and eat or drink something, you should take a fifteen minute rest at least every two hours.
10 aug 2018
The advantages of reserving a rental car on time
Last-minutes are popular. Renting a car runs parallel to this, of course, because you can’t rent a car until you know where you’re going. BB&L would like to help out. Here, we offer three advantages to renting a car on time.
10 jul 2018
Car rental at the airport? Optima forma mobility!
BB&L offers rental cars at the three largest Dutch airports. The aim of this service is to provide you rental car convenience on your holiday. This includes our pick-up service.
10 jun 2018
What should you look for when renting a car?
Renting a car is for most people not a daily action. There are many providers, many different prices and just as many different conditions. With BB&L Car Rental you will not have this problem.
10 may 2018
Taking children in your hired car? Here are the rules.
According to EU regulations, children up to 1.50 metres tall must use an approved and appropriate child car seat. What is an approved child seat?
10 apr 2018
Handing in a hired car? Don’t forget your baggage!
It often happens that holidaymakers and business travellers accidentally leave baggage behind when they hand in their hired car at the end of their trip.
10 mar 2018
Rent a car in the Netherlands? Avoid heavy fines!
Many EU countries operate largely the same traffic regulations as the Netherlands, but there are always exceptions. Check up on the most important traffic regulations before you go to the Netherlands.
10 feb 2018
Top 6 sights in the Netherlands
Tulips, windmills and clogs. This more or less sums up the stereotyped image that tourists have when they first visit the Netherlands. But the Netherlands has of course much more to offer that is worth the visitor’s time.
10 jan 2018
Rental car with winter tyres?
Every car responds differently on the road, of course, and in the winter, you also have to deal with wet leaves, rain, frost, snow and ice. In many European countries, driving with winter tyres is mandatory during the winter months.
10 nov 2017
Tips! The Five Best Dutch City Tours
The Netherlands has some wonderful mid-sized cities you can visit by car. Whether it be for a day-trip or for a whole weekend. What are the most noteworthy mid-sized cities to visit?
10 oct 2017
How to choose the right rental car
You need to rent a car, but which rental car suits you best? It really depends on what you need to rent a car for and how much you want to spend. There are a number of aspects that you need to take into account so that deciding on a rental car will be easier.
10 sep 2017
Important traffic regulations in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is an easy country to drive through by car. The road system is good, the distances are feasible and clear traffic regulations apply. These traffic regulations in the Netherlands may vary from other countries, however.
10 aug 2017
Hiring an electric rental car on holiday
Are you considering a (BB&L) electric rental car for your holiday? The battery of a hybrid car has to be regularly recharged so a long car drive could be a challenge. But, with the proper planning, taking a hybrid car on holiday is certainly possible.
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