Solar Storm: US Airline Delta Diverts Flights Across Polar Region As Radiation From Sun Hits

US airline Delta has diverted flights on routes across the polar regions as radiation from a massive solar storm batters the Earth's atmosphere.

The radiation storm has caused dramatic displays of the aurora borealis (the Northern lights) but there are also fears it could disrupt communications, damage satellites and cause power grid outages at northern latitudes.

Atlanta-based Delta said it had altered the course of some flights between Detroit and Asia to avoid communications problems from the storm.

Airline spokesman Anthony Black said. "We are undergoing a series of solar bursts in the sky that are impacting the northern side of the world.

"It can impact your ability to communicate," he said. "So, basically, the polar routes are being flown further south than normal."

 

Flights diversion can cause your car rental schedule changes - so check with Tipoa Car Hire  for more information.

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Everyone here at Tipoa Car Hire would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year for 2012!

2011 has been a great year for us and we’ve made lots of improvements to the site.

2012 is going to be a really big year for Tipoa and we’re going to make sure we look after you and all your car rental needs, so here's to 2012!

Anyway, enjoy the holidays and we hope you have fun!

Love,
Tipoa Team

10 Best Ski Resorts in the World with Your 4x4 Car Rental

10 Best Ski Resorts in the World with Your 4x4 Car Rental

10. Aspen – Colorado, USA

Aspen has always been a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts, and for good reason. Located in central Colorado, Aspen has several ski resorts to choose from.

9. Cortina d’Ampezzo – Italy

Since hosting the 1956 Winter Olympics, Cortina’s wide, sunny valley in the eastern Dolomites has been one of the world’s top ritzy ski resorts, attracting many tourists  and celebrities.

8. Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada

Mont-Tremblant is a small village in Quebec, Canada , known for the famous Mont-Tremblant Ski Resort. Located in the Laurentian mountain range, Mont-Tremblant (“Trembling mountain” in French) is surrounded by lush boreal forest and breathtaking views, standing at 875 meters (2871 feet).

7. Stowe – Vermont, USA

Stowe offers traditional New England charm and the biggest vertical drop in the area. Stowe’s two ski areas are Mount Mansfield and Spruce Peak.

6. Chamonix Mont-Blanc, France

Chamonix ranks among the elite of contenders for the title of “world’s most famous ski resort.” Located at the foot of Mont-Blanc, it’s the highest peak in the Alps and the second highest in Europe (top elevation 4,810 m/15,771 ft).

5. Banff/Lake Louise -Alberta, Western Canada

Banff/Lake Louise ski resort located in Alberta, Canada is undoubtedly one of the world’s top ski destinations. With spectacular mountain scenery, visitors can always rely on pure powder snow.

4. Vail – Colorado, USA

“America’s favorite resort” and deserves to be ranked amongst the world’s top five all-around ski resorts.

3. Zermatt – Switzerland

It’s probably best known as a platform for skiing and mountaineering, especially on the mountain which towers above the village, the Matterhorn .

2. Kitzbuhel -Austria

Kitzbühel is a medieval city in Tyrol, Austria, situated along the river Kitzbühler Ache, now best known as a ski resort .  Kitzbuhel is considered the “Pearl of the Alps” and is the most famous holiday resort in the Austrian Tyrol.

1. Whistler/Blackcomb – British Columbia, Canada

Whistler Blackcomb is a major ski resort located 125 km north of Vancouver, in British Columbia, Canada. It is the largest ski resort in North America almost 50% larger than its nearest competitor in terms of size.

10 Sunny Winter Getaways with Your Car Hire

 

1. Phuket, Thailand

2. Cancun, Mexico

3. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

4. Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

5. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

6. Agadir, Morocco

7. Paphos, Cyprus

8. Madeira Islands, Portugal

9. Playa de las Americas, Tenerife

10. Hammamet, Tunisia

5 Gorgeous Nude Beaches You Could Explore with Your Car Hire

1. Red Sand Beach - Crete, Greece
Nude sunbathing and swimming is preferred by many on Red Beach.

2. Es Trenc - Mallorca, Spain
Beautiful isolated beach where you leave your suit on the sand.

3. Cap-d'Agde Naturist Village - France
For the open minded this is a "bucket list experience"...

4. Paradise Beach - Mykonos, Greece
Loved this place, wasn't very crowded at all and had a couple of swims.

5. Valalta Naturist Camp - Croatia
Valalta is an ideal for a well-travelled naturist and for first timers.

Car Hire from Geneva Airport - check out on the Swiss or French side of the airport

Geneva Airport car hire is mainly delivered from the Swiss side of the airport - which has the advantage of fast access to the motorway - in turn giving access to Geneva city centre, Lake Geneva and both the French and Swiss Alps.

Although cheaper car hire is normally available from car hire companies on the French side of Geneva airport cars from the Swiss side have the added convenience of a vignette (allowing access to Swiss motorways),and over the winter are winterised - which means winter tyres between November and April and normally a set of snow chains (check this as you book your car rental company as some companies package the cost of these in whilst others charge extra).

Tipoa Car Hire Geneva Airport