With half-term break rapidly approaching, now’s the perfect time to squeeze in another family trip! From road trips across Europe to catch the last of the summer sun, to ideas for closer-to-home family adventures, here’s our pick of the best destinations to consider for a family getaway these school holidays. No matter where in the world you decide to go, Hertz Car Rental branches are there to give you the freedom to discover more in comfort.

Sri Lanka

Just under five hours away by plane, the nearby gloriously exotic destination of Sri Lanka is just right for a family break. From exploring wildlife sanctuaries and watching turtles in their natural habitat to meeting baby elephants at wildlife rescue centres, Sri Lanka is bound to charm you with its bountiful nature. Hire a car from Hertz Car Rental and you can go exploring across this beautiful tropical island for yourself.

Edinburgh, Scotland

Full of history, glamour, and some of the best shopping in the UK, Edinburgh is the seat of power in Scotland and a unique and vibrant destination. Known for its world-renowned Edinburgh Festival in August, it’s a popular destination all year round. Hire a car from Hertz Car Rental and you can explore the wilds of the Scottish Highlands, just a few miles from the city centre. In town, you can visit Edinburgh Castle (keep an ear out for the noon-day gun being fired), the unique Camera Obscura, which will give you a very different perspective on the city, and stroll around the Royal Botanical Gardens or the National Museum of Scotland on Chambers Street. Flight times from Dubai to Edinburgh are around seven hours and 25 minutes, so if you’re flying with the children it may be worth packing some games and entertainment to keep them happy during the flight.

Emirates Airline now has direct flights to Edinburgh from Dubai so getting there is easier than ever, and Emirates Skywards members can earn Miles when renting with Hertz to explore the city!

Spain

Spain can be a wonderful option at this time of year, as the skies are still sunny and the water remains gorgeously warm for swimming. You will find is that the crowds are smaller than during the peak of summer and luckily the prices tend to be a little lower too. If you want to spend a week beach-side with the family on the Costa Del Sol then fly into Malaga Airport (approximately seven hours and 40 minutes’ flying time from Dubai) and that’ll put you right in the heart of the sunshine coast. Hire a car and you can explore inland too, giving you the chance to see the ‘real’ Spain that’s a little off the usual tourist trails.

Disneyland Paris

Mickey and the crew are gearing up for the autumn and winter celebrations, and if you head off to Disneyland Paris at the end of October you’ll get swept up in a delightful mix of shows, events, and Halloween-themed extravaganzas that the children will love. Flight time from Dubai to Paris is around seven hours, so make sure you pack a few games for the children to play along the way. Pick up a rental car from Hertz at Paris Chares de Gaulle Airport, and then it’s just a 50-minute drive south along the A104 to one of Europe’s biggest and best theme parks.

Ras al Khaimah

With the weather getting back to reasonable temperatures, now’s the perfect time to explore more of our own back yard! Just a 45 minute road trip from Dubai is the historic and beautiful destination of Ras Al Khaimah where you can lounge on 64km of golden sands, hike along vast mountains or take the family away for a luxury break in some of the region’s finest five-star resorts. Other things for the family to enjoy includes staying in a Bedouin Oasis camp, visiting the historical Dhayah Fort, or getting your adrenaline pumping with some high-octane water sports on some of the bluest, calmest seas you’ll ever encounter. If you need to squeeze in some “me time”, there is a plethora of spas to choose from for some R&R.

Wherever you choose to explore, Hertz Car Rental is there to help you get the most out of your trip with a range of family-friendly cars for hire.

ABU DHABI MALL Voco Hotel - Trade Centre Dubai Head Office, Al Rashidiya Dubai Airport Terminal 1 Dubai Airport Terminal 3 Dubai Motor City Dubai Marina Dubai Festival City Abu Dhabi Airport Al Reem, Abu Dhabi Al Reef, Abu Dhabi Sharjah Airport Al Hamra Mall, RAK

ABU DHABI MALL

Address

AK07 Al Mayaani Street, Al Zahiyah, AUH Mall,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates

Phone

026315320

Opening Hours

Sunday to Thursday - 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Friday to Saturday - 10:00 am to 11:00 pm

Voco Hotel – Trade Centre

Address

VOCO HOTEL Nassima Tower - Trade Centre Trade Centre 1 – Dubai,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates

Phone

04-5510287

Opening Hours

Monday - Sunday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Dubai Head Office, Al Rashidiya

Address

Um Ramool, Rashidiya,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 2060206

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 07:00-22:00

Dubai Airport Terminal 1

Address

Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall, Dubai International Airport,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 2245222

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 24 hours

Dubai Airport Terminal 3

Address

Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall, Dubai International Airport,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 2203013

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 24 hours

Dubai Motor City

Address

Shop 8, Ground Floor, Foxhill 8, Motor City,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 4273200

Opening Hours

Sunday-Friday; 08:00-20:00 Saturday; Closed Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Dubai Marina

Address

Hertz - Dubai Marina City Premiere Marina Deluxe Hotel Apartment ,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 4226775

Opening Hours

Sunday-Friday; 08:00-20:00 Saturday Closed Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Dubai Festival City

Address

InterContinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City,
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 4 7011239

Opening Hours

Sunday-Friday; 08:00 - 17:00 Saturday; Closed Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Abu Dhabi Airport

Address

AUH Terminal A Rental Returns, short term park 2nd level,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 2805 8090 971 2805 8089

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 24 hours

Al Reem, Abu Dhabi

Address

Marina Square, Al Reem Island,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 2 6320494

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday : CLOSED Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00 Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Al Reef, Abu Dhabi

Address

Al Reef Downtown, ,
Abu Dhabi ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 2 645 8488

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday : CLOSED Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00 Sun 15th Sep 2024; Closed

Sharjah Airport

Address

Inside Arrivals Terminal, Kiosk 2, Outside baggage claim area, Sharjah Airport,
Sharjah ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 6 5528290

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday; 08:00-20:00

Al Hamra Mall, RAK

Address

Unit 52, First Floor, Al Hamra Mall, Sheikh Muhammad Bin Salem Rd,
Ras Al Khaimah ,
United Arab Emirates 36800

Phone

971 7 2434386

Opening Hours

Monday - Sunday: 10:00 to 16:00, 19:00 to 22:00

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