Car Rental & Driving

International Driver’s Permit or License-Steps to Get an IDP Before You Go

POSTED April 22nd 2024 BY Beth Williams
An international driver’s license or international driver’s permit known as an IDP is a must if you intend to drive overseas, check with the embassy or consulate of the countries you will visit to learn their driver’s license, road permit, and auto insurance requirements. The IDP allows you to drive a vehicle in a foreign country as long as you have a state-issued driver’s license....
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Are You Doing Your Best to Prevent Car Burglary?

POSTED January 8th 2024 BY Travel Writer
Don’t be a victim of car burglary! Did you know 1 out of 3 people will have their vehicle broken into this year? How many times have you left valuable items in your car purse, wallet, gun, important documents, expensive electronics, etc.? Have you ever thought your car window would be smashed and your valuables gone? Car Burglaries Happen all the Time Whether you drive...
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Top Rideshare Safety Tips -Travel and Home

POSTED September 20th 2019 BY Travel Writer
Rideshare safety is more than common sense. Use technology to keep you safe. You want to do your best to avoid uncomfortable and dangerous situations as a matter of habit. Luckily using a ride-share service like Lyft or Uber in a new place is just as easy and secure as it is at home. Review this suggested safety routine for trips you take here and...
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Safety Tips for Parking Lots

POSTED June 23rd 2017 BY Beth Williams
Your car can practically be your home away from home whether you drive for business or leisure. Therefore, you will want to take some precautions to protect it and your possessions inside. Ideally, you wouldn’t leave anything valuable at all in your car, but the reality of life is that your car is going to serve as much like a safe deposit box or a storage...
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Car Rental Tips for Foreign Countries

POSTED November 23rd 2016 BY Beth Williams
Want to drive when you get there? You should be able to, however, the laws governing car rentals do differ from country to country. Here’s an overview of what you need to know before you go and hit the road. License/IDP Most countries will accept your valid state driver’s license with another form of photo ID such as your passport. Some countries may also require an...
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