$44 Car Rental Gerakas

There's heaps to do in Gerakas, but venture farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Arrange a set of wheels and you can meander around the greater area at your own speed. Add these fantastic drives to your itinerary:

• Kalamata is around 120 miles from Gerakas. Popular tourist spots like Kalamata Beach should be high on your list while you're in town.
• Located 100 miles away, Lamia is also a hit with wanderers. Be sure to check out Thermopylae Hot Springs while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love visiting this vibrant city.
• Red Beach is located 140 miles from Gerakas and is one of the region's most beautiful nature spots. Go for a wander around and enjoy the fresh air.

If you don't hold a driver's license issued in Greece, then you might need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence in order to rent a car. It's also important to note that if you do need an IDP, it won't be valid on its own. You'll have to show your driver's license from your home country your passport and other forms of ID as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some other things to note to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be 25 or over in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger, it might still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles available to rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before driving away. Usually, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on certain types of rugged terrain with a rental vehicle.