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Summer Travel
Filed under Travel

The end of the school year is just around the corner, which means that it’s almost time for summer vacation. This is when most people try to get away for at least a few carefree days with friends or family, and we’re no exception.

This year will be a bit different for us, however, as rising prices and the general state of the economy are putting a strain on our budget. Nevertheless, we’re determined to find some way to make a family vacation a reality this summer, so I’ve been looking at a few alternatives.

There’s no way we’ll be able to afford a vacation that requires air travel, but we could definitely rent a car. Renting a car would make sense for us for a couple of different reasons. First, our vehicle is a major gas guzzler and costs us a small fortune every time we stop to fill up. We could rent a more fuel-efficient vehicle to save money at the pump. And second, driving a rental allows us to save our own car from extra wear and tear, keeping it in pristine condition for trade-in time.

I was checking out a few different car rental companies today, and saw the best offers at Advantage Rent a Car. They have a number of convenient U.S. and international locations, and each one features a large fleet of newer vehicles to choose from. Plus, thanks to their frequent specials and discounts, car rentals begin at just $19.99 per day. Now that’s something we can afford even on our limited budget!

If you’re planning to travel without your car in the near future, check out the rentals available at the Advantage Rent a Car website. Their prices can’t be beat, so there’s no reason to have to rely on public transportation at your destination!

This entry was published on Monday, May 5th, 2008 at 4:06 pm and is categorized under Travel. You can follow any responses to this entry through the magic of RSS 2.0. You can also leave a response, or trackback from your own site.

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