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The lockdown has been extended in the Netherlands and it looks as though it will still be a while before any measures are cautiously eased. The ban on EU travel to the Netherlands was amended on 23 January. This means even fewer people can travel to the Netherlands unless they were granted proof of permission before 23 January.

Corona will likely stay with us for the time being: we have sadly been living in a state of lockdown for several weeks already, and it looks like this will be extended even further. That’s no fun news. The government urges us all to stay home as much as possible. Traveling for pleasure is clearly out of the question, but what if you are required to travel to the Netherlands?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Road work could cause a considerable amount of irritation. We would like to help you deal with road works.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.