Although there are many transport options on offer for travellers, a self-driving holiday with your own rental car, lease or motorhome gives you the freedom and independence that you can’t get from any other form of travel.

Benefits of a Self-Drive Holiday

• The freedom and practicality offered on a self-drive holiday really is unlike any other way of travelling.
• Unlike travel options where your tour guide, pilot or captain is sticking to a strict time schedule, a self-drive holiday puts you in control.
• You are able to travel at your own pace and leisure and decide where you want to go and how to long to stay for.
• If you are flying to an overseas destination, collecting your hire car upon landing at the airport is easy. There is no need to worry about finding the shuttle bus company, hailing an expensive taxi, or searching for a person holding a small sign with your name on it.
• Make savings on other excess transport costs and tours by using your own form of transportation.
• Choose your car hire from a large fleet range including compact, full size, four wheel drives, vans, wagons and more with automatic or manual transmission.
• Enjoy the comfort of your hire car, lease or motorhome and explore off-road destinations you drive past and towns or cities you drive through.
• Book and pay before you head off on your travels and reduce the stress of holiday planning. When you arrive at your destination simply collect your car hire from your selected car depot.
• Travel in the perfect motorhome that caters to your holidays needs and have the freedom to stop at any location that appeals to you.

By choosing to go on a self-drive holiday, you will have the freedom to spend as long or as little as you like in each place or attraction, have the power to decide where to go next, and not to mention having the choice of who you travel with, rather than end up on a packed bus full of strangers.

Whether travelling with friends in a motorhome through the USA, a loved one in a convertible through Europe or the family to your chosen destination there is no doubt a self-drive holiday is the ultimate way to travel.

Southside World Travel is very proud to partner with DriveAway Holidays. DriveAway is Australia’s award winning self-drive specialist offering amazing deals on worldwide car and motorhome hire, Euro-Leasing and luxury rentals.

They work with car hire suppliers in 24,000 locations in over 140 countries worldwide, so whether you are travelling for pleasure or business, DriveAway can provide the best solution to suit your needs.

They provide our customers with the best self-drive experience from beginning to end with…

• An extensive quality product range
• Competitive prices
• Smart technology
• And outstanding service

DriveAway are committed to providing our customers with the highest standards of service and trust. Like us, DriveAway is ATAS accredited, joining a select group of travel businesses in Australia recognised for their professionalism, reliability, and dedication to consumer protection.

Discover Car Hire in Australia

There is no denying that Australia is one big country! As the sixth largest in the world, its landscapes are diverse; there are long stretches of beaches, and of course they have the vast outback. Unless you have only one destination in mind, the best way to get around is by hiring a car. Plan your own road trip and itinerary and make the best use of your time in this great country.

All manner of vehicles are available for rent, so whether you are planning an Australia road trip with your family, want to try sleeping out under the stars in a campervan, or just need a smaller car to get you from Sydney to Melbourne, at DriveAway your needs can be met.

Discover Car Hire in New Zealand

New Zealand is known as ‘the land of the long white cloud’ and has long been recognised for its magnificent natural beauty and breathtaking scenery. Consisting of two main islands – North and South, both islands are packed with some of the most amazing scenic drives in the world.

Each island is packed with endless attractions and activities so take advantage of your New Zealand car hire and experience it all on your next self-drive holiday. New Zealand offers both action-packed adventures and laid back experiences; including world-class skiing and snowboarding, bungee jumping, scenic flights, hiking and climbing, boat cruises on the fjords and swimming with dolphins, or experience the culture of in museums and galleries of each city. Self-drive holidays are the ideal way to get around New Zealand, giving you the freedom and independence to see the very best of this country at your own pace.

The incredible North Island consists of dramatic volcanic landscapes, active thermal areas, brilliant beaches, and world class sailing regions. Whilst the South Island is home to the majestic snow-covered Southern Alps and the exquisite fjord lands scenery of the southern waterways, filled with sparkling glaciers, fathomless lakes, and ancient forests.

Discover Car Hire in the UK

Renowned for its rich heritage, medieval castles and beautiful natural landscapes, the United Kingdom has become one of the most sought-after destinations for the independent traveller. What better way to discover a land steeped in history than at your own pace, in your own car hire. The United Kingdom is the ideal location for a self drive holiday. With a fantastic road network connecting cities, towns and villages, you can easily travel around the four countries that make up UK: England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Discover Car Hire in the USA

The United States of America is one of the largest and most diverse countries in the world. The USA features a long list of cities to drive between, places to visit, and an expansive and well-maintained network of roads, freeways and scenic byways. Whether you are wanting to go on a road trip across the states or look to get from A to B, DriveAway makes your planning easy. Experience sandy white beaches, snow-covered peaks and redwood forests, bustling cosmopolitan cities and quieter country towns, action packed theme parks and quaint market lane-ways. Hire a car or motorhome to make the most of these vast landscapes.

One thing is for sure, whichever way you choose to explore the United States, a car hire in the USA will give you the freedom to visit exciting and unique destinations countrywide. DriveAway has partnered with some of the top suppliers in the USA to ensure you receive the best service and value for money.

Researching your next trip is an exciting stage in your travel plans. Below are some of the questions we get when it comes to car hire…

– How old do I need to be to hire a car?

– What driver’s licence do I need to hire a car?

– Who are the best car hire suppliers?

– When is the best time to travel?

– Where should I travel to?

– Things To Do?

– How do I book a car hire?

– How many drivers can I nominate to drive my car hire?

– Can I take my car hire to the snow?

Our Travel Consultants are very experienced and no matter what your travel destination, they can source the latest information to answer any questions. Not only can they assist you in putting together the perfect driving holiday, they also can access the best car hire deals.