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Hiring a car: the lowdown
Where your rental car could take you
Hit the ground running by renting a budget car at the airport in Sydney and make a beeline for the pristine sands of Bondi beach for a day of swimming, surfing and fun in the sun. Or pick up your vehicle in Melbourne and soak up the sea air along the Great Ocean Road, walk on the wild side in the forests of the Dandenongs or appoint a designated driver and taste the very best vintages that the wineries of the Yarra Valley have to offer. No matter where you're headed, hire a car to book your ticket to freedom. The world's your oyster when you've got your own set of wheels – in the truest sense of the phrase. After all, it's not just in Oz that a rental car is sure to rev up your holiday experience in 2024. In Bali, for instance, day trips to Ubud (of “Eat, Pray, Love” fame), the ultra-luxe haven of Nusa Dua and UNESCO-protected Tegallalang are all much easier when you're (literally) in the driver's seat.
How to save money when hiring a car
Everyone likes having a few extra dollars – be they Australian, American or Fijian – in their pocket when they go on holiday. And one way to do that is by spending less of your hard-earned cash on your rental car. Booking ahead of time is one great way to find cheap hire cars. Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the cheaper prices tend to be. And speaking of cheap prices, the car type you choose will impact the cost, too. Opt for an economy car to save money on the rental fees and fuel consumption alike. Simply use Wotif's handy checkbox filter to refine your search results accordingly. Alternatively, use the overarching “Great Deal” filter to see the some of the most affordable cars in every single category, so you can then choose exactly what you'd prefer.
What to look out for when booking a car
Vehicle category, car hire provider, available inventory: there are all kinds of things to think about when booking a car. Make sure you're on the right track by considering what you'll be using your hire car for. For example, an SUV for your next trip to Melbourne might be ideal if you are planning a more adventurous getaway that requires a little off-roading. The car hire company you pick (and their available inventory) also has an impact. Some offer one-way car hire, which are ideal if you're going on a road trip and won't be returning to your pick-up point, while others (like Budget and Thrifty) pride themselves on offering budget car hire that doesn't break the bank.
Cancelling your car hire reservation
An unexpected work commitment, feeling a bit crook, or life just getting in the way: there are all kinds of reasons why you might need to slam the brakes on your rental car booking. Fortunately, though, calling off your car hire reservation last-minute might be less of a headache than you'd think. Certain car rental bookings made via Wotif come with flexible terms and free cancellation – so you won't be left paying the price for a rental you don't end up using. The specific conditions vary from provider to provider, so be sure to read the cancellation policy associated with your car hire booking so you know exactly where you stand.
Why book your rental car through Wotif
Wotif takes your car hire booking up a gear – or 3. Say goodbye to manually trawling through individual rental car providers' websites, and instead see vehicles from Avis, Enterprise and more all in one place. Its intuitive search tool and handy filters also mean that it couldn't be easier for you to find just what you need for your next getaway, whether that's a snazzy convertible or something more understated. Looking for an even smoother ride? Check out Wotif's all-in-one flights, hotel and car packages that bundle together all your holiday-related bookings, saving you time and (often) money.