Friday 17th May 2013: The Irish Caravan and Camping Council (ICC)
has launched Camping Key Europe, the largest camping benefits scheme in Europe.
The card, which is recognised by over 2,500 parks across 20 countries, offers
holders great discounts at visitor centres, tourist attractions, camping parks
and ferries at home and abroad.
The Camping Key Europe cards are now
available on-line through www.camping-ireland.ie for €16. The cards can be used in all ICC
member parks as well as being used to avail of discounts and special offers.
Apart from money saving offer, additional
benefits of the Camping Key Europe card include:
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The new card
acts as a valid ID for camping parks, carrying your personal details in print
and digital format, including passport and ID number. So there’s no need to
leave your passport behind reception anymore.
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Using your
Camping Key Europe allows easy check-in to over 2,500 parks across the
continent as well as discounts of at least 20 per cent, even during high
season.
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With Camping
Key Europe, the card holder, along with up to six travelling companions, are
covered by third-party liability insurance as well as being covered by accident
insurance while staying at any of the participating parks.
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As well as
discounts at participating parks, there are a large number of extra special
offers available such as discounts on ferry crossings, local attractions and
activities.
Con Quill, chairperson of the ICC, said:
“Offering great savings at member parks and plenty of other benefits, the
Camping Key Europe card is a must-have for anyone thinking of going on a
caravan or camping holiday this year.”
The ICC is also inviting additional partners
and local businesses to sign up to the scheme to maximise opportunities during
over the summer season.
Quill commented: “The scheme is a risk-free
marketing opportunity to attract customers over the summer and has proven to
increase footfall in other European countries. We’re inviting businesses
associated with tourism to come on-board, from outdoor adventure centres to
museums, theatres and restaurants. There is no cost to joining the scheme; the
only prerequisite is that the special offer is agreed with us in advance.”
The Camping Key Europe card is valid for one
year from the date of issue. More information on the benefits is available at www.campingkeyeurope.com. Any business interested in signing up its
special offer should visit www.camping-ireland.ie.
