Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 6, 2014
We will probably be renting a car for our vacation this year. So, instead of trying to cram my hubby, my grandson, myself and all of our travel things into my little Toyota Camry Solara (read that convertible with very little trunk space), I’m looking for a mid-sized SUV to rent for a couple of weeks. Here is what I found.
Shereen Travels Cheap
MAY 8, 2024
Book a Ride-Share Car Need a rental car? Then skip the traditional rental companies if you can. I have almost exclusively used Turo for the last 5-6 years, but you can also rent through Uber now, too. These are basically Airbnb, but for cars. I've saved half off traditional rental rates this way.
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Family Balance Sheet
JULY 10, 2023
We had two options: wait a day to leave Florida or rent a car once we got to Philly and drive to our parked car at the Harrisburg airport. As much as we would have loved an extra day in Florida, it wasn’t an option, so we rented a car. The money hit our account in April.
Couponing 101
FEBRUARY 17, 2020
If You’re a Beginner, Consider Renting or Borrowing Gear. Renting your gear can be a more affordable way to try skiing without a long-term commitment. There may be ski hills within driving distance, which can save you the money you would have otherwise spent on flights and a rental car. Gear is pricey.
Shereen Travels Cheap
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
I bought these after our bags got stolen from the trunk of our rental car in San Francisco when we were, literally, 50 feet away having tea. Now, I use these for my laptop, headphones, car keys, etc. Here are some of my fave items: Magnetic car phone holder is a must for road trips or when renting a car.
Saving Everyday
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Another cost to factor into flying is whether or not you’ll need a rental car when you arrive at your destination. Having our own car means we don’t have to rent one and we can bring a LOT from home. For example, when renting cabins, we spend most of the time there and cook most of our meals.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
Use discounts on rental cars. We rented an SUV for our last vacation because our car is getting very old and the route was fairly desolate. Then, to compare prices, I shopped through Costco’s car rental program. (We drive everywhere, so I am not sure how this strategy would work for air travel.).
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