Matching a hire car to your passengers and luggage
Tell the team how many people will travel and how many cases, buggies or bulky bags you expect. Seating and boot space are separate questions. Say whether you need an automatic or are happy with a manual, and mention any child seat request early so it can be checked before you are quoted. Include details for every driver who may take the wheel.
Picking a suitable car
Start with the journey and pick the car to match it. Smaller cars are suited to city driving and short stays, automatics make local driving easier, estates and SUVs give more room for luggage, and people carriers are a better choice for families or small groups. The range available includes the Fiat 500, VW Golf, Ford Focus Estate, Ford Focus Automatic and Hyundai i10 Automatic, subject to dates, driver details and availability. The precise make, model, transmission, seating, payload and licence position are confirmed when you are quoted, so treat the vehicles listed as a guide to the kind of hire on offer rather than a guaranteed reservation of a particular model.
Planning Your Arrival Day
What does the first hour of your trip actually look like? Answer that question early and the rest of the schedule tends to fall into place. If you are landing at an airport or arriving by train, note the expected arrival time, any buffer you want to allow for delays, and the address of your first stop. Write down who will meet the car, the contact number for that person, and whether they expect you at a particular entrance. A simple hour-by-hour list for day one, covering collection, check-in and any appointments, gives the hire team a clear picture when you ask for a quote. You can also ask which delivery or collection slot best suits your arrival window.
Packing for a Short Break
Before you pack, sketch out a list of what is coming with you. Count the suitcases, note whether any are oversized, and record the rough dimensions of bulkier pieces such as golf clubs, pushchairs or a folded bicycle. If you are travelling with children, list the car seats or boosters required and confirm who is providing them. Passengers matter too: note how many adults and children are travelling so the team can suggest an appropriate vehicle group. When you request a price, mention your luggage list alongside the dates and driver details, and the team can confirm the right vehicle group for your needs. Keeping this list to hand means any follow-up questions can be answered quickly without guesswork.
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Last checks before booking
Before you confirm the hire, check the key details: vehicle availability, driver requirements, mileage, insurance, delivery or collection arrangements and any extras you have asked for, along with driver age, licence history, the deposit, the insurance excess and any travel abroad. A clear request gives the date, the length of hire, the rough route, the delivery or pickup address, the expected passengers or load, and any particular requirements that might affect which vehicle is suitable.















