Smarter Car Renting

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

•  Car Types: When selecting a car type, remember it's not just about how cool you'll appear. The car selection page details show an average of how many people and how many pieces of luggage can comfortably fit in each car type. Pay attention to the specifics to be certain they meet your needs before booking.

•  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 DeFuniak Springs before arrival or verify in the rental policy and rules to see which forms of payment they accept.

•  Damaged: Always carefully eyeball your vehicle before leaving the rental agency, whether you're in DeFuniak Springs or East Podunkville. The last renter may have pulled in after a meteor shower! Prior scratches, dents, and other vehicle damage can cause extra headaches and costs if not noted before you leave the rental car lot. If you see any damage on the car's exterior and interior before you leave, make sure it's noted on the rental car papers, and point it out to an agency employee. This will resolve any questions that could arise when you return. And avoid meteor showers.

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DeFuniak Springs FL Area Attractions

• Silver Sands Factory Stores (24.56 miles)
• Twin Cities Hospital (25.86 miles)
• Wiregrass Medical Center (26.04 miles)
• North Okaloosa Medical Center (26.56 miles)
• Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort (27.31 miles)
• Hidden Dunes Beach and Tennis (27.56 miles)
• Zoo Gallery (28.94 miles)
• Rosemary Beach (31.12 miles)
• Club Destin Resort (31.18 miles)
• St Martin Beachwalk Villas (31.34 miles)
• Big Kahuna's (31.41 miles)
• Dale Chambliss Gallery (32.18 miles)
• Salty Dog Underwater Adventure (32.23 miles)
• Gallery of Fine Art Studio (32.54 miles)
• Barefoot By the Sea (32.55 miles)
• Wyland's Paradise Galleries (32.61 miles)
• Airboat Adventures (33.33 miles)
• Washington Co Convalescent Center (34.00 miles)

DeFuniak Springs rental guide