bhbm Posted June 13, 2010 #1 Share Posted June 13, 2010 We are cruising out of Port Canaveral then I need to rent a car to board a boat in Miami the next day. I have never rented a car. Any advice? All is welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colomom Posted June 13, 2010 #2 Share Posted June 13, 2010 I always start with travel sites like orbitz.com, travelocity.com, etc. to get an idea of rates. I also check with the credit card company for the card I will use (you will need a credit card) to see if they will cover me for loss or damage on the rental car so I know if I need to buy the extra coverage from the car rental company (can make a big difference in the rate). I also make sure that I reserve the correct size of car taking into consideration the number of people and the amount of luggage I need to transport. Once I have nailed all that down then I would check websites for references or opinions on specific companies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcl410 Posted June 13, 2010 #3 Share Posted June 13, 2010 I see you list your age as 24; Check the web sites of the rental car companies; most have restrictions for any one under 25. Aloha, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colomom Posted June 13, 2010 #4 Share Posted June 13, 2010 Here's a good article: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37551863/ns/travel-tips/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachchick Posted June 14, 2010 #5 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Also be aware that there are often very hefty fees for one-way rentals. beachchick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillB48 Posted June 14, 2010 #6 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Most of the major rental companies do not charge for dropping off the car at another location in Florida. I have picked up a car in FLL (Hertz) and returned it here in the Melbourne area. Ran about $50 total, sometimes a lot cheaper than parking at the port, specially Miami! A lot of folks will do the same thing, picking up a car at MCO and returning it at Cape Canaveral for a sailing out of Port Canaveral. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaK Posted June 14, 2010 #7 Share Posted June 14, 2010 Also be aware that there are often very hefty fees for one-way rentals. beachchick Not in Florida! We've used both Budget and Avis in Port Canaveral/Cocoa Beach. We found discount coupons online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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