Why DIY holidays are the way to go!

No one likes being told what to do and when; which is why year on year the DIY holiday marketing is growing! With the internet now found in most homes it's now easier than ever to take control of your own holiday.

The most important factor of a DIY holiday is research and preparation, there are plenty of travel sites out there that will showcase their brand and have useful destination information. For example, we have put together tips on driving in different countries, so if you hire a car in the USA, you can first read the USA driving information guide.

Researching the area which you are planning on visiting allows you to choose the attractions that interest you the most and also the places you wish to avoid.

Booking a car hire is normally last on the list of 'things to book'. After you have chosen your destination and booked the flight, must then think about transport. Of course the major selling point of having your own transport is that you don't have any waiting around at the arrival airport for other holiday makers to get to the shuttle buses; you simply go to the car hire desk, sign the paperwork and away you go!

Finding that perfect accommodation is perhaps the most important part, as it is the place where you can rest up from the day's activities and re-charge your batteries for the next day of fun. Becoming increasing popular is the hiring of villas, perfect for families as you do not have to fight for that sun lounger around the hotel pool!

Now in saying all of the above, some people do just prefer to have a travel agent handle their holiday arrangements and that is just fine, but with you behind the wheel of your holiday planning you can choose the flights that fit you best, the accommodation that your family needs and of course the correct vehicle to keep your holiday running!Check out the image below, designed by our friends at Iavra Villa's; designed to help you plan your perfect villa holiday!