These days money is tight and the majority of people are trying to spend less even when they are going on holiday
. And if you want to save a lot of money when planning your vacation the first key is to plan out everything well in advance of your stay. The further in advance you plan the better the rates you will get for your hotel accommodations and airfare and possibly even on your rental vehicle.
You may not need a car hire however, especially if you're traveling to a touristy area or a major city. In either of these cases it's well worth your while to investigate the public transportation system as it exists, as many larger regions provide train and bus transportation all around to the major attractions. This can accumulate to big vacation savings for you because it can get rid of your need to rent a vehicle all together.
Information about the public transportation system can be gathered on the net for any given region and in some places you might discover that public transportation is actually more frequently utilized in certain regions then personal use vehicles. In poorer areas or those that do not have a good road system you may find it's even more convenient and beneficial not to rent a vehicle. For example in Bermuda most people get around on mopeds and that is what you'll want to rent for travel around this region.
Of course in some regions, especially when you're flying into an airport that's quite a ways away from your desired destination you may possibly be left with no option but to rent a vehicle and one of the biggest issues that you face in this case is ensuring that you get all the paperwork you need lined up prior to your vacation. If you haven't taken care of this in advance you might be hard pressed to get a car rental without the right documentation which is one reason why it is so essential to think about all your options before you leave for your vacation.
Taking the time to make inquiries about the public transportation system in the area that you're traveling to is a smart time investment and can also save you quite a bit of money. If you discover that for whatever reason that you are not sure what your transportation choices will be once you arrive, then be sure to reserve a rental vehicle and make sure that you have all the documentation you need to pick it up if need be. Do not get stuck without proper transportation while on vacation.