Car Hire Spain

Spain is one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations, knonwn for its pleasant climate, swathes of sandy beaches and wondrous culture. Budget car hire services are located within Spain for travellers who wish to travel under their own steam in a convenient, cheap and comfortable way. With so much to see and do in Spain a hire car makes the perfect travel accompaniment, allowing tourists to travel directly from the airport to their resort and granting a means of mobility whilst on holiday.

As with the majority of Europe, in Spain the traffic flows on the right. As with travelling in the UK all occupants of the hire car should wear seat belts and drink driving laws are strictly enforced. Care should be taken as the legal blood/alcohol limit is 0.5 milligrams per millilitre as opposed to the UK's 0.8. In terms of speed limits, 120 kph (75 mph) is the maximum on motorways, whilst on regular roads a limit of 90-100 kph (55-62 mph) is enforced and in towns a speed of up to 50 kph (31 mph) is permitted. If travelling with children under the age of 12 or less than 135 cm in height special seating must be installed; fortunately Budget can supply child seats as part of the car hire package. Many traffic offences are likely to incur on-the-spot fines and as with driving in any country, local signs should always be heeded to avoid penalties.

Car Rental Spain

Car rental is the ideal way to explore Spain. Whether visiting the towns and cities or the sumptuous coastal regions. In the north of the country Barcelona is a city of special note that is easily traversed using a rental car. Much of the architecture in this historically rich city has been placed upon the UNESCO world heritage list. There is more to Spain than simply Barcelona however, the cheap car rental services provided by Budget allows tourists to see other famous cities such as Madrid and Valencia, each has its own distinctive charm and appeal and will leave a unique impression on visitors. If travelling across much of the Spanish countryside and cities, it is advisable to take advantage of our GPS rental provisions, giving travellers the navigational confidence of a local.

Spain is famed for its easy paced life and exquisite cuisine. Spanish culture and cuisine is an eclectic mix of Roman, Mediterranean and Moorish dishes that in many cases will include fish and seafood. Do not be fooled into believing that Spanish cuisine is purely paella; each region has its own signature dishes that highlight the influences of various peoples throughout history. Stopping off in your rental car for a slow and relaxed lunch is strongly advisable, allowing tourists to wind down to the Spanish way of life.

Spain

The coast of Spain is one of the most visited areas anywhere in Europe. The Atlantic coast benefits from refreshing winds and rains that give the area a green and lush appearance whilst the Mediterranean coast stretches from the Straits of Gibraltar to the French border. The eastern coast is bathed in sunshine for much of the year and is the perfect place to top up that tan and simply relax on the beach. Using your hire car to head into the interior of Spain is the ideal way to escape the beach however, opening up landscapes filled with picturesque villages and towns. Budget car rental is a cheap and affordable way to tour Spain; with a range of cars to suit all needs you are sure to find a vehicle that fulfils your requirements, allowing you to travel in comfort and at your own pace.