Useful hints + tips about rental cars, while on vacations in Switzerland

Rental cars? Do you intend to rent a car on your hiking vacations in Switzerland? Here some useful hints and tips about this subject.

Costs Involved in Renting a Car

Searching the net for those companies, one of the first questions most people will ask is “How can I save money on my rental car rates?”

The quickest and probably the best way is to compare rates between different companies. If you intend to buy extra things such as insurance, you should compare these rates, too.

To avoid extra charges, be certain that their mileage policy is favorable to you.

You’ll pay the highest price getting a car from an airport rental branch so it’s usually better to choose a company that is off-airport. However, if this company picks you up they will probably charge you some extra fee.

Never be afraid to ask if the rate you’ve been quoted is their “best rate.” They may offer you a better deal.

Timing is important in renting cars, because many companies operate on first-in, best-dressed, so always try to get to the desk early to pick up your reserved car. If there are no cars remaining in the size you ordered, you may find yourself having to take a larger one (and in some cases having to pay more) or you may have to settle for a smaller one that doesn’t meet your needs.

Saving Money

You can take a risk and not reserve a car and if you can be flexible about your travel plans this will save you money. Most companies offer special rates at weekends and in the off season, when a lot of cars are not used.

Another way to save money with rental cars is to book a package, such as including your car rental with your airline ticket or as part of a hotel package.

And for the gamblers, there’s always the “book the smallest car in hope you will get a free upgrade” trick. This sometimes works, but if it doesn’t, don’t be surprised or angry. It is, after all, a gamble!

Special rates are also available by checking extra cars in a certain size or of a certain class. Hi dear visitor, before you go on a hiking vacations check your hiking boots?

Before you use coupons read them carefully for exceptions. Upgrade coupons are usually “based on availability.” If you have an upgrade and a monetary coupon, give them both. If they can’t make the upgrade, they may give you the monetary discount. Remember to mention any coupons or discounts in your reservation.

At the counter, always ASK if there are any upgrade specials available, you never know when they might have some good deals.

And last but not least, rental car safety ...

Rental Car Safety

All doors should be locked even when you're in the car, and when you’re not in the car, don't leave anything eg. papers, maps or cameras on the seats or visible from outside.

Rental cars

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