Anyone who is flying into Ireland for the first time will be excited about visiting the old country. However they may be apprehensive about driving a stick car on the opposite side of the road they are used to driving in. A good tip would be to try and practice perhaps in an empty shopping mall about driving on the left hand side of the road. Another good tip is to try and purchase a guide to travelling in your new country before you set so you are at least familiar with some sign posts.
The one thing which often confuses renters in Ireland is the amount of excess they need to pay and why they need to leave a deposit. Generally the deductible is a large deposit which is held on your card until you return the vehicle with no damage and then your excess is unfrozen back to you card. A policy can be bought to reduce the amount and is commonly known as a CDW policy.
In the USA and Canada and some other countries , credit card companies can offer protection for drivers when they rent a car and may cover them for the CDW of the rental. As the terms vary for each country you visit call them and double check before you leave for your holiday and explain what is happening when you go on holiday. They may not be able to offer cover for car hire in Ireland but at least you will know before you arrive allowing you the chance to do a little research into the best policy for your trip.
Renting a car in Derry be sure to take along your driving license, passport and credit card as part of you ID when collecting your vehicle. Before travelling you are best to book your car hire because you will know the price involved before you land and have no hidden surprises when you sign the rental contract.
Similar to the UK there are a few rules which are law and if not adhered too will result in a fine and a criminal record. One of them is seatbelts which needs to be worn by all passengers including children.
A couple of day to day routines are not allowed when driving over in Ireland and they are no using mobile phone or sending text messages whilst driving. Drug use and drunk driving are not tolerated and will see the driver in court and fined over their actions.
The one thing which often confuses renters in Ireland is the amount of excess they need to pay and why they need to leave a deposit. Generally the deductible is a large deposit which is held on your card until you return the vehicle with no damage and then your excess is unfrozen back to you card. A policy can be bought to reduce the amount and is commonly known as a CDW policy.
In the USA and Canada and some other countries , credit card companies can offer protection for drivers when they rent a car and may cover them for the CDW of the rental. As the terms vary for each country you visit call them and double check before you leave for your holiday and explain what is happening when you go on holiday. They may not be able to offer cover for car hire in Ireland but at least you will know before you arrive allowing you the chance to do a little research into the best policy for your trip.
Renting a car in Derry be sure to take along your driving license, passport and credit card as part of you ID when collecting your vehicle. Before travelling you are best to book your car hire because you will know the price involved before you land and have no hidden surprises when you sign the rental contract.
Similar to the UK there are a few rules which are law and if not adhered too will result in a fine and a criminal record. One of them is seatbelts which needs to be worn by all passengers including children.
A couple of day to day routines are not allowed when driving over in Ireland and they are no using mobile phone or sending text messages whilst driving. Drug use and drunk driving are not tolerated and will see the driver in court and fined over their actions.
