Car hire explained
Is car hire right for you?
Car hire is ideal for holidaymakers who enjoy discovering all that their destination of choice has to offer. For travelling from beach to beach to exploring the outskirts of a busy city or travelling to a location that's further afield, there is no more convenient way to travel than by car. With car hire you can select a vehicle that's right for you, whether you're travelling alone or with your family or as part of a group; and most vehicles can be collected directly from the airport.
Types of car to choose from
Choosing the right vehicle for your needs is important – so consider the following options:
- Economy: Vehicles with low fuel consumption
- Family cars: Space and comfort in a vehicle designed for all the family
- Luxury: Particularly suitable for business travellers
- People carriers: If you have a large family
- 4x4s: Anyone planning to travel off-road
Choosing the right car hire company
When choosing a car hire company, consider not only the prices for the hire service but also if there are hidden extras. For example, are you charged extra for exceeding a mileage limit and are you expected to refuel the vehicle before you return it? Also check that the car hire firm offers a vehicle that is suitable for your needs; whether you can specifically choose the vehicle you want; and where you can pick up/drop off the car.
What are the benefits of car hire?
With car hire you can be independent on your holiday knowing you can travel where you want, when you want, with pick up and drop off times to be arranged to suit your needs. You can choose from a wide range of car hire vehicles and you could even get behind the wheel of a vehicle you wouldn't normally get to drive.
Our preferred provider
We’ve partnered with Our Holiday Centre*, our preferred provider for car hire comparison, to help you choose the right package to suit your needs.
