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 Tucson 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.

•  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 Tucson 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.

•  Credit Cards for Pick-Up: Many agencies require a credit card upon pick-up. Yes, Opie, we live in that kind of world. So make sure you are in good standing with your "plastic." Call the car rental agency in Tucson before arrival or verify in the rental policy and rules to see which forms of payment they accept.

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Tucson AZ Area Attractions

• Arizona Stadium - University of Arizona
• Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
• Barrio Historico
• Carondelet St Joseph's Hospital
• Carondelet St Mary's Hospital
• Catalina State Park
• Center for Desert Archaeology
• Chaparral College
• Chapel of San Pedro
• Cocoraque Ranch Cattle Drive
• Downtown Tucson
• Edward Nye Fish House
• El Presidio Park
• El Tiradito Wishing Shrine
• Fort Lowell Museum
• Franklin Museum
• Funtasticks Family Fun Park
• Gates Pass

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