Located in the Midwestern United States lies the exciting holiday destination, Missouri. Renowned for its gorgeous barbecue food, historical attractions and picturesque valleys, Missouri is a superb recreational location, and fun for all the family. The independent city of St. Louis is located in eastern Missouri. The city's Gateway Arch is the world's tallest arch, and dominates the St. Louis skyline. Highlights of the city include Missouri Botanical Garden. The incredible 79-acre garden dates back to the 1800s and is one of the oldest gardens in the nation. If you're considering hiring a car in Missouri, then this is the perfect opportunity to fully explore the state.

A visit to the Live Music Show Capital of the World is an absolute must - Branson is like a mini Las Vegas. The city is located nearly a four-hour drive from St. Louis, a great chance to fully explore the scope of the state. Just under an hour's drive from Branson is the illustrious city, Springfield. Rent a car in Missouri and head to the county seat of Greene County, where you'll find Springfield, and a complete change of pace from Branson. The leafy city is full of conservation centres and garden strolls. Visit the serene Mizumoto Japanese Garden, a stunning place for a stroll and a picnic.

Before visiting Missouri, it's important to fully familiarise yourself with the rules of the road. It's wise to know that flashing traffic signals may occur in emergencies, low traffic periods and events. Usually a red flashing signal means the same as a stop sign, while a yellow flashing signal means slow down and approach with caution. Missouri's interstate highways connect its major cities and travel between major states - it goes without saying that these highways are extremely busy so do proceed with caution.