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 Fort Lee New Jersey 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.

•  Damaged: Always carefully eyeball your vehicle before leaving the rental agency, whether you're in Fort Lee 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.

•  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.

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Fort Lee NJ Area Attractions

• George Washington Bridge
• Columbia Presbyterian Hospital (1.87 miles)
• Bloomingdales (1.91 miles)
• Manhattan Mall (2.00 miles)
• City College of New York (2.32 miles)
• General Grant National Monument (2.59 miles)
• W New York Union Square (2.70 miles)
• Barnard College (2.77 miles)
• Holy Name Hospital (2.89 miles)
• Yankee Stadium - New York Yankees (2.90 miles)
• Columbia University (2.90 miles)
• St Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center (3.07 miles)
• Cathedral of St. John the Divine (3.18 miles)
• Harlem (3.23 miles)
• Barneys New York (3.46 miles)
• Hall of Fame for Great Americans (3.47 miles)
• Englewood Hospital & Medical Center (3.81 miles)
• Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center (3.89 miles)

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