Hiring a car for a holiday is a great way to get around and explore your destination at your leisure.
Top car hiring tips:
Buy a map - Trying to get directions in a foreign language is not the easiest thing in the world so buying a map is a must.
Remember your documents - It's always important to double check with the car hire company with which you have booked what documents you will need and remember to take the counterpart if you have a photo ID.
Licence requirements - Some car hire companies require you to have held your license for a minimum period and be of a certain age. This will normally be made clear when booking. It is always useful to double check before traveling. Also check that the driving licence is valid in the country you are hiring the car in.
Which side do I drive on? - Make sure you know which side of the road you need to drive on before you go.
What am I covered for? - Always double check your insurance cover and any excess you may need to pay. Some companies also require you to return your car in the same condition you received it e.g. washed, full tank of fuel etc so be aware of this and ask if you are unsure.
Check traffic rules - Some traffic rules vary from country to country so check the government sites or ask the car hire company before leaving. |
