Traveling on a bugdet, what are some tips you can share I'm flying and will need a rental car?

Question

Traveling on a bugdet, what are some tips you can share I'm flying and will need a rental car?

Answer 1

If your flying on a plane that doesn't offer complimentary snack and drink (who does anymore!?) bring along a small snack and juice box (aluminum/plastic opened bottles not allowed) and snack on those, and if you can avoid ''checking'' any bags, just take a carry on to avoid baggage fees.  Go with the most economical/small/compact car the rental place offers.

Answer 2

Hi,

I too travel on a tight budget, as although the company pays for everything, I love a deal.

Air travel costs can be kept down by booking well in advance.

Don't rent a car at the destination airport.

The likes of Hertz & Avis are a rip-off.

Get a cab into town. The cabbie will know of a cheap & cheerful bloke with cars to rent.

Never stay in a "chain" hotel, such as Holiday Inn, Hilton, Sheraton, Howard Johnson, etc.

Always use a family run place, but not grot.

Half the price & better service.

If you are going long haul somewhere, no probs with service included, but if short-haul, take a hip flask of booze and a bag of muffins.

Best of luck !

Bob