Many top destinations worldwide provide excellent public transport facilities like local buses, trains, trams and for those in a rush, taxis. Getting from A to B in your hometown is familiar but can be a stressful experience involving a lot of waiting around at bus stops and standing in cramped carriages.

A hire car is a perfect way to get around, especially after a long flight or boat journey, taking the stress out of finding your hotels with all of your luggage. However, make sure that you are properly insured, as it is always possible you could break down.

When on holiday, you want to spend your time wisely, seeing every attraction possible without the pressure of knowing you need to rush off to catch the train or bus to get back to your hotel. With a hire car, you can explore the small islands and idyllic countryside that public transport is unable to reach and relax knowing that your ride home is parked nearby.

If taking care of our climate is important to you, nearly all car manufacturers have invested in green technologies, ensuring that you are given the most environmentally friendly option available. Options include many fuel-efficient, electric and hybrid drives, which aim on keeping your comfort levels high and your CO2 emissions low. This means you can improve your carbon footprint whilst getting around in comfort and style.

Many European car rental companies now offer a chauffeur service to help those travelling on business trips reach their destination is style and luxury. Travelling from one location to another whilst trying to schedule in meetings and work commitments can be tiring, as can trying to fathom an unfamiliar public transport system. Whether you need a driver for the day, just for an airport transfer or for the duration of your trip, you can rest assured knowing you’re being looked after by an experienced driver.

Everyone wants to make an entrance, whether it’s your 21st birthday, a friend’s hen party or the all-important big day. You can enjoy an elegant arrival on your special day with many car hire companies offering the option of sophisticated wedding cars. If a flashy horse and carriage is not to your taste and a vintage town car is out of your price range, then a prestige hire car could be a great option.

As you can see, car hire can be more than just a way of traveling to and from your destination. Car rental is also about convenience, freedom and arriving in style.

Fiona Roy writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.