On The Road with Zest Car Rental

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

With many having been in the situation before where ‘driver surcharges’ are only made apparent when arriving at the rental desk (myself included), questions are… Read more

Posted by Shaun 10th September 2021

Car Hire Advice & Tips

How to Avoid the Algarve Toll Roads

Important changes to Algarve toll roads (2025) As of the start of 2025, the A22 (the Algarve’s only motorway) is no longer tolled. You can… Read more

Posted by Shaun 22nd July 2021

Portugal

12 things to do while you’re in Portugal

Portugal is perhaps one of the most well-known but hidden gems of Europe. Those that know how good it is really love it, but it’s… Read more

Posted by Shaun 23rd June 2021

Travel Advice & Tips

Which? Recommended Provider 2021

Having topped the car hire brokers chart for 9 years now, we’re super proud to have been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status yet again! For… Read more

Posted by Shaun 7th May 2021

Zest Car Rental News

Is car hire COVID safe?

Reading time: 4 minutes. Car hire has long been the safest way to explore while on your travels. Covid-19 has brought challenges, but car rental is safer than ever. Read more

Posted by Shaun 17th February 2021

Car Hire Advice & Tips

Brexit: Do I need an IDP to drive in the EU?

With the UK leaving the EU on 31st December 2020, one of the biggest questions for travellers was around driving in the EU. Many feared… Read more

Posted by Shaun 11th January 2021

Brexit and Travel

On airport or off – which car rental collection is best?

Reading time: 6 minutes. On or Off airport collection usually causes confusion when it comes to car hire. Find out which car rental collection procedure is best for you. Read more

Posted by Shaun 20th November 2020

Car Hire Advice & Tips