Smarter Car Renting

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

•  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 Duck Key Florida 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.

•  Special Requests: Special requests can be noted at the time you make your Duck Key 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.

•  Damaged: Always carefully eyeball your vehicle before leaving the rental agency, whether you're in Duck Key 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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Duck Key FL Area Attractions

• Valhalla Point (4.77 miles)
• Coco Plum Beach and Tennis Club (6.88 miles)
• Key Lime Resort and Marina Club (8.29 miles)
• Pigeon Key (8.73 miles)
• Museums of Crane Point Hammock (11.15 miles)
• Museum of Natural History of the Florida Keys (11.15 miles)
• Florida Keys Children's Museum (11.32 miles)
• Marathon Key Beach Club (11.67 miles)
• Fishermen's Hospital (12.40 miles)
• Captain Pips Marina (13.35 miles)
• Lignumvitae Key State Botanical Site (15.84 miles)
• Old Seven Mile Bridge (16.14 miles)
• Hurricane Monument (19.02 miles)
• Sea Isle Resort and Marina (19.99 miles)
• Windley Key Fossil Reef State Geologic Site (20.21 miles)
• Indian Key State Historic Site (20.29 miles)
• Theater of the Sea (22.50 miles)
• Dolphins Plus (36.21 miles)

Duck Key rental guide