Located to the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula, is the beautiful country of the United Arab Emirates. Known as the UAE, the country is made up of a federation of seven emirates all of which offer tourists completely different things. Dubai is possibly one of most well-known cities in the UAE and is often seen as a playground for the rich and famous. The capital city of Abu Dhabi is also a fusion of history, culture and luxury. If you're considering visiting both of these top tourist destinations, then hire a car in UAE as they are only one and half hours' drive away from one another.

Classed as one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, Dubai has an ultra-modern skyline and still continues to evolve as one of the fastest growing cities ever. As far as iconic architecture goes, the Burj Al Arab is a chart topper, and being the only seven star hotel in the world, it's known as the height luxury. For thrill seekers, a visit to Xxtreme Simulation is an absolute must. Here you can feel like you're a real life F1 driver on the track. This experience is located only a short 20 minute drive from the Burj Al Arab hire a car in UAE and attractions like this are easily within reach.

As there is little public transport in UAE, renting a car is certainly the best way to get around. Before your visit to UAE, it's wise to do a little research on the rules of the road. Avoiding rush hours in UAE's cities is a good idea as local drivers have a reputation for being reckless. Speed limits are clearly sign posted throughout but it's still good to be aware of them urban areas are usually 40-80 Km and 100-120 Km on main highways ensure you adhere to the speed limits in place as speed cameras and radars are common.