Getting the Most Out of Dubai Car Rentals June 28, 2009 at 9:31 am
If you are planning to visit Dubai, chances are you’ve done a little research about their hotels, travel packages, and car rentals. By now, you may have found out that finding that balance between low-cost and high-quality Dubai car rentals is a tricky task. Dubai is home to both international and local car rentals. Below are some tips on how to get the most from companies in Dubai that offer cheap car rentals.
Book Online
Most companies in Dubai that offer car rentals also offer online booking. Most of the time, you get big savings through advanced reservations online and by signing up for available promos.
Before you go to Dubai, it will be a good idea to compare prices of both independent and large car rentals. You can save up to 30% off of the price of the car you are renting.
Go Unlimited
One of the first things to ask Dubai car rentals is if they have mileage restrictions. Going over the mileage limit may cost you extra. Dubai car rentals may offer unlimited mileage at a certain cost. This option is often more practical and economic versus the charge-per-mile option. Unlimited mileage equate to unlimited driving time.
Supersize Me
Some companies may not have the vehicle you reserved days or weeks ago in stock. This often happens. When it does happen to you, you can ask for a free vehicle upgrade. You may want to call Dubai car rentals in advance to inquire whether they offer this service. Most of the time, Dubai car rentals do not advertise free vehicle upgrades. Calling Dubai car rentals in advance also increases the odds that your vehicle will be available once you arrive in the country.
Go local
In Dubai, as in other countries in the region, you will get cheaper rates from local and independent car rentals. These companies know the competition in Dubai, which is why they are more than willing to go below the rates of bigger car rentals. Be warned, however, that aside from the cost, you are also looking for quality. There are websites that show comparisons among these Dubai car rentals.
Bundle of Joy
Again, travelling to Dubai entails booking airfare, accommodations, tour packages, and car rentals. Instead of booking these services individually, you can have them all in one neat bundle. You can, for example, save more when your hotel in Dubai has partnership with travel agencies and car rentals. In some instances, your travel agency has contacts from Dubai hotels and car rentals waiting for you at the airport. Whichever path you take going to Dubai, make sure you have checked out their hotels, travel agencies, and car rentals for these types of packages. Besides, isn’t it easier to book all these services at once?
The Early Bird …
Booking Dubai hotels and car rentals early can certainly save you a lot of money. Returning the car you rented could save you a lot more. Many Dubai car rentals offer incentives for travelers who return rented vehicles ahead of schedule. Keep this in mind when researching Dubai car rentals.