Greek islands are visited by thousands of visitors across the world every year. Some of these islands are known as the best venues for short vacations during weekends and are overcrowded throughout the year. To offer their tourists the experience of a fun-filled vacation these islands have everything to offer them according to their needs. The car rental service in Greece is one of them.
Paxos is one of the smallest islands in Greece, with a population of only 3,000 people or so. It doesn’t have even an airport. Despite this drawback, it is visited by lots of visitors willing to enjoy their holidays at some peaceful destination. The island is surrounded by lots of small islands which are visited by tourists during their stay on Paxos Island.
Some of these islands are located within walking distance while some are at a short distance. To visit these islands tourists either prefer to travel in local ferries, while some prefer to rent a car for their transport. Depending upon their needs there are lots of car rental services in Paxos, which provide cars to visitors according to their needs.
If you are also planning to go for a short vacation on Paxos Island, and plan to rent a car for travel, there are some tips to enjoy safe driving on the island. Because normally the Greeks are known for their harsh driving and the people of Paxos are no exception to this. As the island is small with less population, the natives hardly follow the traffic rules.
Therefore, if you follow their way of driving there are chances that you may be fined for breaking the traffic rules. Because as a tourist it is expected from you to follow these rules strictly. It is, therefore, necessary for you to be cautious and follow these tips while renting a car in Paxos.
- The traffic in Greece runs on the right-hand side of the road. Although, the natives do not follow this rule and therefore don’t be surprised if you find someone overtaking your car from the left-hand side. But as you are a tourist don’t even think about driving like them.
- Don’t expect people to cross the zebra crossing only when you are standing on a red light. They will cross the crossing (pedestrian) even when the green light is on.
- Two-wheeler riders don’t follow any traffic rules.
- Always keep the hazard lights switched on, while parking. The natives also follow the same practice.
- The road signs are written either in Greek or English, but at some places, you might not find any of them.
- The practice of tailgating is common, therefore don’t expect anyone to leave space for you if you ask for the side.
- If you are a resident of the United States of America then you need to carry your valid driving license along with an international Driving Permit to rent a car in Greece. The residents of other countries, only need the valid license issued by their local traffic authorities.
These are some safety tips for renting a car in Paxos. Keep these tips in concern and enjoy your vacations without any trouble.