December 3rd, 2011  Posted at   Car Rentals

One way car rentals are great for those who are going on a road trip but only need transportation for the outward journey. Whether you don’t have a return planned, or if you are returning using another mode of transport, there are a number of car hire companies that will offer you this one way option.

To find the best deals with this kind of car rental it is easiest to look online. There is lot of detailed information from rental companies regarding rates, terms and more. You can usually also make a more detailed enquiry if you have any specific questions that aren’t answered on the website itself.

Before you start contacting a number of rental companies for the best deal it is worth asking yourself a few specific questions. Firstly, who is going to be driving the car? People under 25 may be forced to pay an insurance premium as they are more of an insurance risk. You should also think about whether you want a specific kind of car, and how many passengers there will be. Lastly you need to know your budget. Make sure you read through all the terms and conditions of the rental so you know what you are agreeing to.

Finding cheap one way car rental isn’t difficult with the help of the internet. Fortunately there are price comparison websites that will help you to find the best deals. All it takes is a little patience and time while you compare all the quotes you can. If you do you should find a great deal, with no hidden surprises, to get you where you need to go

December 3rd, 2011  Posted at   Car Rentals

Perth, Western Australia is one of the most secluded capitals in the world. The nearest state capital will take about two days for a drive. If you want an easier way of exploring the city, you are going to need rental cars. With roads built smoothly and designed to showcase the sunny weather, you can experience driving through the breeze just like in the movies! All you need left is a Perth car hire vehicle.

Perth has a lot of attractions, natural or man-made, which make it more enjoyable to ride a luxury car and drive by these beautiful spots. The best place to start your roadtrip around the city is at the Perth Cultural Centre. With beautiful displays of work in art galleries, a museum, and a state library, you can bask under the creative cultural history of the state.

Get close to nature when you visit the city’s zoo, running for over a hundred years. It has grown immensely over the years and currently houses less than 2000 animals of 230 different species. Going to the Whiteman Park gives the kids an exclusive chance to meet kangaroos and other animals Australia is known for.

These would all be accessible if you have a vehicle from a Perth car rental company to take you around places. Most car hire services in the city offer the most luxurious cars available. Getting to where you need to go isn’t just what these companies want you to have. Driving should be a relaxing experience and what better way to showcase the country’s beauty is to let you drive through it. Coming in style and giving you a good image are also of prime importance with Perth car hire companies.

If you are with your friends, you can try the SAAB 93 series or the Astra Twin Top Convertible so that you can be under the sunshine on your way to the Western region’s lush beaches. If you’re running alone or with a date, you can choose from the two-seaters BMW Z4 Roadster and AUDI TT Roadster, and the visually appealing Porsche Boxster.

If you’re with your family and have kids who won’t stay in one place, you may choose to drive in luxury with the Mercedes CLS350 or Mercedes E200 Kompressor. The 8-seater Toyota LandCruiser GXL-200 is also available if you have a big family and you’re bringing a lot of bags for a weekend getaway. Auto enthusiasts regard this type as the Earth’s greatest 4WD in existence. Mostly known for its smart off-road features such as Downhill Assist Control, Hill-start Assist Control, Active Traction Control, and Vehicle Stability Control, you can be sure of safety on your travels. Read more… »

December 2nd, 2011  Posted at   Car Rentals

Many travelers have questions when it comes to international travel rules and regulations. Especially since the advent of tighter border rules as a result of Homeland Security in the US, it’s important to know ahead of time what the rules are before traveling between Canada and the US for any reason. One such question is whether or not you can drive a rental car from Canada into the US? Some Canadians think that it’s ill advised or even illegal to take a rental car across the border. However, read below as this article may clear up some of the common misconceptions about this.

The good news is that most Canadian car rental companies will allow Canadian and American customers to take Canadian registered rental cars across the border in the United States for personal or business travel. It’s not illegal to do this and it doesn’t require any special type of permission to travel from Canada into the United States. Before doing so, however, it’s important to check with the rental company to see if the mileage rates will be the same since in Canada the mileage is metric while in the United States the mileage is standard measurements. If you are driving a Canadian vehicle, it’s probably going to be a good idea to choose unlimited mileage on your contract terms, otherwise you will be stuck trying to figure out the mileage to avoid any mileage over limit fees upon return of the vehicle. It’s also possible that the insurance laws may be different in the states in which you are traveling to in the US so be sure to check ahead of time to make sure the vehicle will be carrying enough liability in the event of an unexpected car accident. Keep in mind that car rental companies are never responsible for legal fees, fines or tickets in the event of a DUI or other vehicle related offense. You should also note that in order to cross into the US via Customs, you will need to have proper identification for yourself as well as any passengers in the vehicle.

When returning to Canada from the United States it’s important that the vehicle is checked in through Canadian customs. You will show them your Canadian driver’s license, the vehicle registration ID card and the Canadian insurance certificate upon return. Be prepared to spend some time in Customs, but not as much as you would as a US Citizen. This is in adverse to someone traveling from the US into Canada with a US registered vehicle, which requires swapping out at the border for a Canadian licensed vehicle. That can be an inconvenience and stressful for any traveler. Read more… »