Car Rental Guide
The majority of people are interested in car rentals when they’re on vacation. But what many travels may not realize is that car rental in Costa Rica, or America in general, is different than car rentals in other countries.
Car rental in Costa Rica is usually very simple to do. The better known, and perhaps safest, car rental agencies can easily be found in a phone book like your local White or Yellow Pages. It’s even possible to find car rental agencies on the Internet. If you’re looking for a car rental in Costa Rica, all you need to do is take the phone numbers you find in the phone book or online, and call each car rental agency. Ask for the agency’s location, car availability and partnerships with any airlines or hotels. Don’t forget to ask about any special deals or rates, like group rates.
Most car rental agencies offer pick-up at no extra cost, even if only a few advertise this feature. If a car rental agency doesn’t offer pick-up, then ask if the agency will reimburse the cost of cab fare.
And don’t feel like you have to buy extra car insurance from car rental agency. Most reps will give you a hard sell on this, but most times it’s not necessary. Your car rental will usually be covered under your own car insurance. But if you don’t have car insurance under your name, it’s a good idea to accept the offer of car rental insurance from the agency.
In Costa Rica , you’ll need to be at least 21-years-old to be able to get a car from a car rental agency. Some will give you a car rental if you’re younger, but you’ll need to pay a much higher cost.
The procedure for car rentals in other countries is usually a little bit different than in the Costa Rica. But you should be able to gather all the information you need for arranging a foreign car rental on the Internet.
Always be sure to buy extra car insurance on a foreign car rental. Also be aware that foreign car rentals can be very expensive. So can the gas.
Wherever you choose to get a car rental, be sure that the vehicle is in good shape. Before leaving the car rental agency’s lot, examine the car for dents, scratches, tears in the upholstery or balding tires. If you find any, immediately report them to the car rental representative. If you don’t, you might be responsible for the costs of those repairs.
Car rental is usually an easy and convenient process, regardless of what area you’re in. Just be practical, and above all, drive your car rental as safely (or more safely) than you would drive a vehicle you owned.