{"id":914,"date":"2020-05-10T16:29:06","date_gmt":"2020-05-10T13:29:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cretarent.gr\/blog\/?p=914"},"modified":"2024-12-16T10:02:43","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:02:43","slug":"a-beginners-comprehensive-guide-to-car-rentals-in-chania","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cretarent.gr\/blog\/a-beginners-comprehensive-guide-to-car-rentals-in-chania\/","title":{"rendered":"a beginners comprehensive guide to car rentals in chania"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For\nthe first time, car rental Chania can be scary and exciting simultaneously. A\ncar rental opens up a world of possibilities when you travel, but there are\nsome problems you would want to avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Points\nto consider before renting a car<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You would need a driver\u2019s license.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nfirst thing that the agent will ask to see is driver\u2019s license. A photocopy\nwill not cut it, and a prepaid card won\u2019t work either. You might be able to\nrent a car with a debit card, but it is likely to create some hassles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rates are same for\nyoung drivers <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Renters\nunder the age of 25 will not encounter daily, age-related fees on rentals,\nwhich cannot exceed the cost of the rental car. Young drivers don\u2019t need to pay\nmore by the rental car company unless the renter has booked and asked for some\nspecial service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You can overpay for\ncar rental insurance<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A\nlarge portion of the car rental contract concerns what happens if the vehicle\nis in an accident and who is responsible for covering the costs of damage.\nBefore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cretarent.gr\/car-rental-chania.php\">car rental Chania<\/a>, you should do the homework and find out whether the\ncar insurance you have on your car covers rental cars, and whether the credit\ncard includes coverage for rental cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\nto do when you pick up the rental car?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Respect return and\npickup timings<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Rental\ncar reservations are guaranteed for the assigned pickup time. Early pick up or\nlate return, and the rate might get changed. Know that the staff won\u2019t keep the\noffice open for you if you are arriving late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bring your credit\ncard, ID and confirmation number<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nrental company will ask to see your credit card and driving license. It is\nalways safer to have the rental confirmation handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inspect the vehicle<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before\nyou get in the car and drive off the lot, inspect the interior, glass, and\nexterior of the vehicle. Take pictures of any scratches or damage that you find\nand ask the company to record it before you leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While\nthere might seem like a lot of rules and conditions while renting a car, it\u2019s\nfor a good reason. 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