How to prepare for a long trip with a rental car
Are you planning a long trip with friends or family and want to be prepared for anything? Follow our tips and get ready for a memorable road.
The first, and perhaps most important piece of advice we can give you before you start preparing for a big road trip is to choose a rental car from Carwiz. Save yourself the stress of a car check and enjoy driving a new car.
Now that we are done with the basics, keep reading below to find our 10 tips for comfortable and safe trips.
#1 Choose your company
For a unique journey you need the right passengers. If you're planning a long trip, it's a good idea to have people with whom you have common interests and preferences so that you can enjoy your journeys together and have a shared travel experience.
#2 Plan your routes
If you have already found your destination it's time to check all the points of interest and figure out how to arrange your travel. For extra safety, prefer to travel on main roads, rather than country roads.
#3 Check the weather conditions
A long trip with a rental car requires care, especially during winter. Therefore, before you set off for your destination, make sure you are aware of the weather conditions in the area so that you can be alert throughout your trip. Keep in mind that if there is a chance to encounter ice or snow you can choose a rental car from Piraeus and add snow chains on your booking.
#4 Pack wisely
A big part of organizing a trip is packing and arranging the clothes in the suitcases. Explore all available vehicle types on Carwiz, choose the one that can accommodate your luggage and everything you need for your travels.
#5 Keep everyone safe
Traveling with young children is demanding and somewhat stressful for those who want to combine children and road trips. For your convenience, Carwiz offers the option of renting a car with a child seat so you can enjoy your travels to the fullest and ensure safety for everyone.
#6 Choose to depart early in the morning
Prefer to leave early in the morning so you avoid traffic and drive in comfort. In addition, the earlier you start the earlier you will arrive, so this is also something you should definitely keep in mind.
#7 Take all necessary documents
Before you depart, it is a good idea to do a final check and make sure you've taken all the necessary documents, such as your driver's license and ID card.
#8 Check pick up and drop off time
Whether you have chosen to rent a car from Athens or Thessaloniki, you should know the opening hours of each office so that you can pick up and return your rental car within the allowed time frames. Don't forget that for any questions you may have, you can contact Carwiz customer service for more information.
#9 See if you can combine your routes
If you have time and want to combine your routes, you can check for nearby villages and arrange short trips. Take control of your itinerary, set your starting point and organize short getaways in advance. If you need a little more inspiration, you can take a look at our blog with “suggestions for couples getaways” or our blog with “autumn destinations near Athens”.
#10 Complete your car rental early
We left it for last but you should put it at the top of your to do list. Keep in mind that during high demand periods availability is quite limited. For this reason, we suggest you complete your car rental from Athens airport or any other Carwiz office as soon as possible in order to secure your booking.
Our list with everything you need to think about before you set off on a long road trip has come to an end. Have fun organizing your trip!