Kauai is one of the most beautiful vacation spots in the world. That is why it is called the Garden Island. Therefore, it is only natural that tourists are excited about their visit here. However, if you want to see all that Kauai has to offer, you must be highly mobile. Whether it’s the lighthouse, the parks or the beaches, the views are scattered all over the place. Extensive intra-island travel is unavoidable, making it a must for travelers to get some gyan on Kauai car rental. Taxi fares aren’t exactly cheap and if you’re staying for more than a couple of days, renting a car is cost-effective and very, very convenient.
* Did you know that a survey conducted in 2003 showed that care rentals on Kauai cost approximately $41 while the national average was $54?
The good news is that Kauai car rentals are extremely affordable. In fact, a week’s rental could be anywhere from $100-$150 (sometimes even less if you find the right deals), which is much less than what you’d pay as taxi fare and other travel options for a week. Rental rates on Kauai are lower than rates in most places in the world due to fierce competition among service providers.
The best way to get the best Kauai car rentals is to make advance reservations online. Before you do, you need to decide what type of vehicle you want to rent. All types of vehicles are available on Kauai, from economy cars to SUVs and convertibles. The type of car you choose depends on where you want to travel and the purpose of your visit. If you’re here on a business tour, you’ll obviously want a cool car like a sedan or limousine. On the other hand, traveling to the mountain peaks requires a rugged vehicle like a Wrangler. For regular sightseeing, small, inexpensive cars should suffice.
Reserve your car online. By reserving Kauai rental cars online, you can take advantage of attractive discounts because many car rental companies offer great deals online.
As with hotel rooms, booking in advance offers you attractive discounts. Therefore, book your rental cars as far in advance as possible. If you are traveling at a time when demand is lower (off-season), you can take advantage of discounted rates. There are also other discount options. Compare and buy with the agency that offers you the best deals.
If you intend to stay for a couple of days, book the one week travel package. Packages for long periods such as 3, 5, 7 or 10 days are cheaper than packages for short periods.
You will need auto insurance when you rent a car in Hawaii. Although some people in the rental may try their sales pitch with you, don’t take coverage you don’t need.
If you are under the age of 25, you will need to pay the “underage fee” which can be in the range of $25 per day. Kauai does not allow anyone under the age of 21 to drive!