Archive for January, 2011
What to Watch Out For with Car Hire Spain
Car hire Spain is very popular with those on holiday as it is quite affordable, but the Spanish are very serious about driving laws and there are a few things you should keep in mind if you will be hiring a car while on holiday in Spain.
If youre on holiday from the UK, you must remember to always drive on the right. You must also use seatbelts at all times, this will likely be emphasized at the rent a car Spain company you choose. It cannot be emphasized enough, the Spanish police departments are take this law quite seriously. If youre bringing the family to Spain for holiday, remember, children less than 12 years old may not travel in the front unless they are in special child seats adequate for their size. If needed, ask the car hire Spain company to provide the necessary seats if youll be having children in the front of the car.
If its just you and your significant other on a romantic holiday in Spain, leave your car at the hotel if our planning at night on the town which involves drinking alcoholic drinks. In Spain the maximum blood alcohol content is 0.25 mg, which is very low. As you may not be sure of the alcoholic content of exotic drinks youve never had before, its best not to drive at all. The Spanish authorities take a very dim view of drinking and driving, there are hefty fines and even prison time in some instances. Its best to use common sense, and just enjoy the advantages of car hire Spain when you wont be indulging in alcohol.