Smarter Car Renting

Here are car rental tips from the road trip-seasoned editors of RoadsideAmerica.com:

•  Special Requests: Special requests can be noted at the time you make your Scottsdale rental car reservation. Nothing too crazy, though. If you are in need of an infant or toddler car seat, navigation system, ski rack or more, be sure to make note of it when booking online. Keep in mind that requests are not guaranteed and additional fees may apply.

•  Book your reservation in advance. Rates can vary drastically, even for the same rental car in Scottsdale Arizona. By booking your car early, you can avoid last minute rate increases. It can also help assure your desired vehicle-type will be available at high demand car rental locations.

•  Under 25? Everyone over 25 assumes you are an awkward and unpredictable risk behind the wheel. Ridiculous, you say, without taking your eyes off the road. But be sure to check with Scottsdale Arizona car rental companies about their specific policies. Some agencies require the driver to be at least 25 while other rental companies may allow younger drivers to rent for an additional fee. Have more than one driver? Be sure to ask if additional charges apply for more than one person driving the rental car.

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Scottsdale AZ Area Attractions

• Arizona Sunset Desert Tours
• Banner Behavioral Heallth Hospital
• Crackerjax Family Fun & Sports Park
• Downtown Scottsdale
• McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
• Pinnacle Peak Park
• Scottsdale Community College
• Scottsdale Healthcare-Osborn
• Scottsdale Stadium
• Southwest Adventures
• Walk Softly Tours
• Oceanside Ice Arena (3.78 miles)
• Desert Botanical Gardens (4.28 miles)
• Shemer Art Center and Museum (4.32 miles)
• Camelback Mountain (4.38 miles)
• Phoenix Municipal Stadium (5.30 miles)
• Arizona Desert Mountain Jeep Tours (5.54 miles)
• Phoenix Zoo (5.55 miles)

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