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Car Hire: Make The Most Of Your Visit

Updated 2020-12-13

Car hire is a blessing when everything goes to plan. Arriving at the airport and having your car ready and waiting is very convenient, and brings a huge sense of relief. But unfortunately, things don’t always go according to plan, and that’s why it’s extremely important to rent your car from a reliable and trustworthy company.

Car hire is a must in some parts of Scotland. We have many islands that are popular with overseas visitors, particularly the Isle of Skye and the Isle of Arran. In fact, if you intend visiting any part of The Highlands, it’s advisable to go by car.

If you don’t want to drive from the airport, you’ll find smaller car rental companies in most towns. Book short or long term hire with a choice of small cars, family saloons and luxury cars, with many optional extras. Plus, there’s always some special offers.

Hiring a car allows you more freedom to make the most of your visit to Scotland. Regardless of which part of the country you’re in, a car will get you there quicker, saving you time, and probably save you some money in the long run.


See the Scotland Travel Information page for all the information you need for travelling to and within Scotland. Helpful advice on passports and visas, currency, weather, holiday extras, some useful travel links and much more.


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