Smarter Car Renting

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

•  Many States, One Car: If renting a car for a longer road trip, check with the car rental companies in La Jolla, California to see if they have policies about crossing state lines that affect the final rate you pay. May be no effect, but don't assume you can crisscross the globe with unlimited mileage impunity. There may be a GPS tracker in the car!

•  Special Requests: Special requests can be noted at the time you make your La Jolla 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 La Jolla California 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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La Jolla CA Area Attractions

• Birch Aquarium at Scripps
• Children's Pool Beach
• Ellen Browning Scripps Park
• Humphrey's La Jolla Grill
• La Jolla Caves
• Mount Soledad
• National University
• RIMAC Arena - University of California San Diego
• San Diego Bike and Kayak Tours
• Scripps Green Hospital
• Scripps Health
• Torrey Pines State Reserve
• University of California - San Diego
• San Diego Mormon Temple (2.90 miles)
• Surfboard Museum (3.50 miles)
• San Diego Scenic Tours (4.11 miles)
• Mission Beach (4.74 miles)
• Belmont Park (5.37 miles)

La Jolla rental guide