If your trip to Eilat is all locked in but your itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.Not far from the city center, Coral Beach Nature Reserve is one spot you might like to add to your to-do list. Dolphin Reef and Coral World Underwater Observatory are also not far away and worth a detour.

If you’re on the hunt for nearby places to visit, Paran has lots of things to see and do. Located 59 miles from Eilat, Barak Canyon is one of its biggest attractions.

Nothing says vacation like loading up the car with supplies and heading to the coast. Eilat has some fantastic beaches close by, so bring along a good book (and a kite if the wind’s up) and make your way to one of these beautiful options:

• Coral Beach Nature Reserve (2 miles away).
• Princess Beach (4 miles away).
• Al-Hafayer Beach (4 miles away).

Here are our top tips on how to hit the road with extra cash in your pocket:

• Use our nifty filter tool to help steer you in the direction of the cheapest car rental rates in town — then compare the prices
• Take advantage of our Price Drop Alert email service and be informed immediately when prices become cheaper for your desired location
• Before you get behind the wheel, take a look at both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off outlets to ensure you’re getting the cheapest deal in town
• You can sometimes save a pretty penny if your plans are flexible. Compare different days and dates and find out what savings you can score
• Pickup and drop-off times typically need to be the same or very similar (e.g, both 9 a.m.) or you could be required to pay for an entire extra day
• If you’d love to keep some extra cash in your pocket, prepay for your rental and zoom off with some of the best rates around
• The early bird catches the worm, and also the hottest deals! Book as soon as possible to score some great savings.

No other mode of transportation can give you convenience and freedom like your own set of wheels. Whatever the reason for your journey to Eilat, CarRentals.com has a fantastic selection of vehicles for you to pick from. Heading to the city with your beloved? Make things cozy by grabbing the keys to a convertible. Loads of fun to drive and easy to park, you’ll adore sitting next to each other in one of these cute rides. A full-size SUV is a good choice for families. There’s room enough for everyone and you can venture where you want, when you want. If your trip is all about business, a premium car will get you from your hotel to the boardroom in comfort and style.

There’s plenty of choice when it comes to rental cars in Eilat. From SUVs with trunk space galore to economy rides that are a snap to park, you’ll find it all here. Selecting your perfect match of course depends on your budget and where you plan to go. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas others don’t need much more than an engine and four wheels. Which car will you be sliding behind the wheel of this trip?

Before you take to the road in Eilat, familiarize yourself with the local traffic regulations. From red light rules to parking restrictions, here’s all you need to know:

In Eilat, you’ll have to keep to the right side. When exploring a new place, it’s always a smart idea to go for a vehicle with automatic transmission. That way, you can concentrate on the road and not worry about gear changes.

Scoring a parking space in Eilat should be relatively easy. Of course, it depends on where you are and when — you may find it tricky parking in the very center during peak periods.

Since the population of Eilat is only 45,600, you shouldn’t have too much difficulty with traffic congestion. However, city center streets are generally busier before and after work hours, so you may want to avoid driving during these times.

Speed limits vary in Eilat, but usually range from 50km/h to 120km/h. Most residential roads have a maximum speed of 50km/h unless signed otherwise.

More often than not, your chosen rental car company will bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may forward your contact details to local authorities so they can send a fine straight to you.

Provided you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, you can use your cell phone while driving in Eilat. But ensure you keep concentrating on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when operating a vehicle in Eilat is 0.05%. If you’re in the mood for a big night out, leave the car behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

Subject to a few exceptions, seat belts must be worn when the vehicle is in motion in Southern District.