Positioned within close proximity to England’s south coast, Isle of Wight is favored for its award-winning beach areas, the legendary rock festival and one of the globe’s most prestigious annual yachting regattas, Cowes Week. However, this pretty island has numerous other features, which are best explored with car hire in Isle of Wight.

Car rental in Isle of Wight is provided by a number of reputable local and international companies such as Alamo, Budget, Hertz and National. Car rental agencies on the island are to be found in towns including Newport, Ryde, Shanklin, Bernbridge and Cowes.

The Isle of Wight’s capital and most significant port is Cowes, which each August hosts the premier regatta. This charming town’ High Street with its numerous gift outlets and designer clothing boutiques offers outstanding shopping options. Entertainment is provided by the many cozy cafes, vibrant pubs and quality restaurants.

One of the tourist highlights here is Needles Park located at Alum Bay housing the island’s epitomizing landmark, Needles Rock. Impressing chalk piles stand erect off coast, while the pretty Lighthouse offers jaw-dropping vistas of the idyllic sand cliffs, a must-see for every photographer. With cheap car hire in Isle of Wight visitors have the option to tour the entire island.

The Isle of Wight boasts 13 award winning beach areas, which include three blue flag winners, all maintained and managed to the best standards. In order for these beaches gaining the awards they have to meet EnCams’ strict criteria. For example the quality of the water must meet the Bathing Water Directive’s standards.