November 6, 2019
Going on vacation can be expensive so it is best to find ways to save as much money as possible. After all - the more money that is saved, the more you will be able to spend on making memories while on vacation! One of the easiest ways to save money is by reducing the costs of the car that you are renting. This might be the first time you need to rent a vehicle and that’s okay. With a bit of research, you will be set in no time!
We have compiled a list of a few ways that travelers will be able to save money when they decide to rent a car Dubai. You can also learn more about good car rental deals by doing some worthwhile research.
When travelers think of saving money it is often on aspects of the vacation which are the most obvious such as accommodation, dining and entertainment. But it’s often smaller expenses, such as car rental, that can result in the largest savings.
As soon as the flight tickets and accommodation have been booked, you can start searching for the most affordable rental company. By booking early, in the low season, travelers can secure a lower rate than booking a few days before their scheduled vacation. This is because rental companies charge higher rates during the holiday season.
As tempting as it may be, the convenience is not worth the additional cost. Airports charge rental companies a fee to have their vehicles available at the airport for travelers. The rental company makes back the money by charging a higher price for convenience. It is much more affordable to organize a rental car to be available for you upon arrival or to take a taxi from the airport to the nearest car rental company.
Going on vacation in a foreign country is exciting but do not get so excited that you forget to read the fine print on your rental deal. Ask to see what optional extras their vehicles offer. These offers can include GPS systems, theft cover and satellite radio among others. You might not need these extras, but you will receive them unless you specify otherwise. Some rental companies even charge extra for cleaning charges. So, if you go to the beach it might be wise to clean out the car before returning it.
Many car rental companies have loyalty programs that are free to sign up for. These programs are particularly useful if you are a frequent traveler and make use of car rentals often. Some of the perks that you can enjoy including free upgrades or even free rentals. Your rental preferences will also be recorded in the program to make sure that you are notified of deals that would interest you.
Just because the deal you decided to take a month ago is good, does not mean it is the best. Most rental companies offer free cancellation so if you come across a better deal in the future simply cancel your current booking and make a new one at a better rate.