Finding the cheapest car rental in San Rafael

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San Rafael is one of the centers of the United States entertainment industry, boasting several major videogame companies as well as Lucasfilm on its roster of corporate inhabitants. Celebrities such as George Lucas have been in evidence among its residents. San Rafael is also a growing tourist spot, as video-game enthusiasts and casual tourists who enjoy the Californian hot-spots flock to the Golden State.

There are many things to see and do while in San Rafael. There are beautiful parks, including China Camp State Park, McNear’s Beach Park, and John F. McInnis Park. There are also several great attractions, historic sites, and museums that are worth checking out by the well-rounded tourist, including the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin Civic Center, Marin County Historical Museum, and the Discovery Science Center. Also, the Marin County Fair in early July is worth checking out for the summer visitor, and the Marin Symphony is available for the music lover.

However, getting around California in general and San Rafael in specific will require something in the way of transportation. This means you’ll need to make arrangements with a car rental service.

Rental rates for vehicles range from astronomical to the surprisingly cheap, depending on the make, the model, and the availability of the car you’re looking to rent. Finding the cheapest deal while still getting a satisfactory rental experience can be challenging. However, follow these simple steps and you’ll soon find yourself driving through San Rafael in style!

First, consider your priorities—how big is your travel budget? How much will you be driving? How long will you need the vehicle? Where will you be arriving? When will you be arriving? When will you be leaving? What kind of make and model of car do you want? What kind will you accept?

When you have the specifics for your trip (most especially time of arrival), take a look at the local car rental services, especially the larger companies such as Hertz, Avis, and National. Compare and contrast the rates these companies offer, keeping an eye out for any company that would be willing to price-match and offer competitive rates.

Once you’ve got a handle on the cheapest rates for the make and model car you want, give some time to looking into special offers and coupons. Most every car rental service that has a national presence offers some variety of special deal to its customers. These deals are often worth their weight in savings, and you can find yourself with anything from free mileage to a model upgrade.

Also, pay special attention to your time of travel. During peak months, you may find yourself forced to drive something other than what you wanted due to the ‘first come-first serve’ rule. However, in many cases, this can be a blessing in disguise. Statistically, very few luxury cars are rented, especially during peak periods due to the cost. As such, you may be able to bargain your way into one such car for your journey and pay only a fraction of what it would cost normally.

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admin @ February 17, 2009