Self-drive holiday and Car hire tips in Spain

Find pure pleasure in Spain with a self-drive holiday. As a foreigner, car hire in Spain is your best option but may present several questions.

Here are a few tips which may help you plan your car hire holiday:
Tips for Car hire in Spain
In Spain, cars drive on the right and generally give way to the left.
Traffic in Madrid and Barcelona is fast-paced and typically heavier in July and August and Christmas and Easter periods.
As of May 2008, driving without a valid license in Spain is a criminal offence which could result in imprisonment.
It is against the law in Spain to drive whilst operating a cell phone. Check with the car hire pick-up station staff to find out what hands-free devices are permitted to use while driving.
Headlights must always be used in tunnels. You'll be reminded to do so before you enter.
International drivers in Spain who are fined may face an on the spot levy and be issued a receipt for payment.
Don't forget to take out insurance for your car rental. Read the inclusions and exclusions carefully before you leave as this might determine the success of your trip!

We've touched on just a few things you'll need to consider before you hire a car in Spain. Inform yourself of as many road rules as you can to make for a safe self-drive holiday in Spain by contacting your Embassy.