Hiring a car for your Mediterranean holiday is typically fairly simple. Most of the best known and most reputable car hire companies offer their services in and around the general Mediterranean area, including Budget, National, Thrifty, Avis, and others. Your choices will include a number of different types of cars, sizes of cars, and rental contract packages. Depending on where you plan to travel in the Mediterranean region, keep in mind you may encounter narrow streets, steep hills, and some very rugged terrain so reserve a car that is appropriate for where you plan to travel.
In general, to hire a car you will need a valid driver's license as well as current proof of insurance. Because the Mediterranean region includes a number of different countries, you should expect the driving rules and regulations to vary depending on the country. Before setting out to drive in any location be sure you understand the following:
- What side of the road to drive on
- Common road signs and their meaning
- Speed limits and driving customs
Your car hire company should be able to provide written materials about driving in each country you plan to visit. |
