Portugal's Algarve region is a popular holiday spot for sun seekers. To get there you need to fly into the city of Faro. You can get to your hotel via public transport or organised transfers but often the cheapest and easiest option is to hire a car, particularly if you are travelling with your family. Hiring a car is also useful for travelling further afield and if you have the time a coastal trip can be a great adventure. There are plenty of car hire companies to choose from and you can search the market leaders at dealchecker.co.uk.

Getting behind the wheel
Organised your Portugal car hire? Before you hit the road here are a few pointers: first off they drive on the right-hand side of the road; roads are generally well cared for but if you are travelling in the quieter areas there can be pot holes and limited passing lanes. The Portuguese are typically riskier drivers so drive defensively.

Where to drive
Most people head to Portugal for rest and relaxation so you'll find a fantastic choice of beach resorts, aqua parks and golf courses. If you've organised car hire Portugal's hidden treasures open up to you. Some popular spots are:
Figueira da Foz - Portugal's largest sandy beach which stretches for 3km and is also a great surfing spot.
Evora - the entire city of Evora could be a museum in fact it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site there are plenty of beautiful buildings and monuments to see.
Vila Vicosa - this town is known for its 'white gold' otherwise known as marble which is quarried outside the town. Marble is everywhere in the town which also boasts wide streets lined with orange and lemon trees.