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Advantages Of Renting A Car

When you are planning a business or pleasure trip, check out the advantages of renting a car. For many travelers this adds another dimension to their trip but not all. First of all, you may have your business expenses paid, and are able to travel on a deluxe basis. You could be planning to take taxis for your entire trip out of town, or on a more budget level, you could take public transportation if traveling and interacting for business or pleasure purposes in a large city. Many travelers to a location such as New York City are surprised to find out that they are usually better off without a car. Parking a car can cost $12 to $35 each time. Taxis are expensive, but for short trips, often from under $10 to $20. If you want to explore a rural or semi-rural area, renting a car is usually your only option. Even in the case of traveling to New York City, if you need to travel to suburban areas of Long Island, Westchester, or New Jersey, you will absolutely have to rent a car. Using a car service is prohibitively expensive unless you are quite wealthy, or all expenses are charged to your business or employer. Renting a budget or mid-size car for about $150-200 a week can give you a lot more latitude in your travel. Don't forget that taxes and surcharges can add 20% to your rental bill. Car insurance, if you are not covered by your credit card policy or your normal car insurance policy, can easily cost another 30% or more. To travel 400-miles a week, at 20 miles-per-gallon, can be another $50 or $60 a week. So it adds up, but it may be the only way for you to accomplish your mission. Let's not forget, that for many people, driving a car, especially when not in heavy traffic, is enjoyable. When you drive on your own, or with a friend or loved one, you get to see the sights in a way that otherwise they cannot be seen. You can stop whenever you want to a take your time at an historic location or a pleasure spot. As long as the driver can keep sober, you will be all right. Spending even $300-a-week on all rental and gas expenses will still be a fraction of your hotel bill in most location, and it's a totally different experience than being stuck on a tour bus.