Renting a car can be a major convenience at a minor cost. Here are some tips you can count on to help you out:
Pick the right car
If you’re planning to go on some trips to the beach or jungle, you’ll want to make sure you reserve a car that’s best suited to those riding conditions. By renting a car in Costa Rica, you can drive without any worries.
Consider the extras
Do you need a GPS? What about a car seat? If you can bring any of the extras along with you, then you can save a lot. Don’t pay through the nose for any of those extras unless you absolutely have to.
Always return the car on time
A minute more beyond the agreed-upon schedule could net you an hour or worse, an entire day’s worth of extra charges. So be sure to head on early to the airport to return the car. That way, you won’t get charged extra and you could use your extra funds on souvenirs and other fun things instead.
Fill up the tank
Adjust your itinerary for the last day and swing by the gas station to top up on gas. If you return with a near to empty tank, that rental company could charge you a whole lot for that service. If you don’t want to pay for that much, it’s simple enough to do it yourselves before you turn the car over to the rental company.
Check the car
There’s nothing worse than paying extra for car problems you weren’t responsible for in the first place. So before you drive off to your vacation, inspect the car thoroughly with the rental company representative. Check for any issues and problems. Tag the company regarding any of the ones you find. That way, they’ll know that dent, dirty seats or car scratches aren’t your fault and will instead find you a suitable replacement for your trip.
Book ahead
The early bird gets the worm and that’s true for renting a car in Costa Rica. If you’re going during the high-season, you won’t just deal with peak rates, you’ll have to compete with a lot of tourists at the airport, all trying to do the same thing you are: book a car rental. So get an edge over the other travelers: book ahead. That way, you’ll get your vacation off to a good start.
At Solid Car Rental, we offer rentals at great deals. For more information about our services, contact us today.
