Mixing Business with Pleasure

01/05/2015 Travel Tips

Life is all about balance. Too much time spent on the work side might burn you out. Too much time pleasure seeking and you might be singing for your supper because cash flow has ground to a halt. The key is to have one complement the other for a more holistic approach to your business […]

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The Benefits of Car Hire This Easter Break

18/03/2015 Travel Tips

Easter in Australia is one of the most popular times to hit the road. The four-day weekend is perfect for camping trips by the beach, family barbecues in the park, or longer holidays that stretch into school break. But before you can relax at your destination, you need to get there—and that’s where car hire […]

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Best Locations to Spend New Year’s Eve in Australia

23/12/2014 Discover New South Wales Discover South Queensland Discover Tasmania Location Guides Travel Tips

One of the first things to choose when planning a holiday is where you will go. If you are heading somewhere within Australia for New Year’s Eve, the following are just a few of our top choices.

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Can I use my overseas drivers licence to hire a car in Australia?

09/12/2014 Travel Tips

We often get asked on our Facebook page and through our customer support line from overseas tourists as to whether we will or will not accept there drivers licence when renting a car with us. Short answer…. it really depends.

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Under 25 and looking to hire a car? No problems!

03/12/2014 Travel Tips Useful Articles

One problem younger people find when hiring a vehicle is the age restrictions. The accepted age for airport car hire in most locations is 25 and older. However, there are many holiday-goers and those on business trips under this age who need a car to get from A to B in the area they are […]

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Holiday Road Trip Tips: What to Keep in Mind Before You Hit the Road

28/11/2014 Road Trips Travel Tips

The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year on Australian roads. From Christmas to Easter, long weekends to summer breaks, thousands of families pack up and head out for road trips. It’s a time of excitement, but also a time when traffic, car hire demand, and travel stress can quickly turn […]

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6 of the Spookiest Roads in Australia to Experience by Car

30/10/2014 Fun Stuff Road Trips

Australia is a country built for road trips. From coast-to-coast highways to remote outback tracks, every journey offers something unique. But not every drive is about sunny beaches and stunning landscapes — some roads carry eerie reputations, ghostly legends, and downright spine-chilling stories. At Redspot Car Rentals, we know the thrill of a great road […]

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Useful Maps For Touring Australia

22/10/2014 Fun Stuff Travel Tips

Touring Australia? Navigation Is Everything Australia isn’t just big—it’s massive. The road from Sydney to Perth is longer than driving across Europe, and some outback highways stretch hundreds of kilometres without a fuel stop. Whether you’re chasing coastal views, exploring wine regions, or venturing deep into the red centre, one thing matters most: reliable navigation. […]

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Weekend Travels: Granite Island & Its Famous Little Penguins

14/10/2014 Discover South Australia Location Guides Road Trips

Looking for a South Australian weekend getaway that’s close to Adelaide but feels a world away? Just an hour’s drive south, Granite Island is the perfect escape. With rugged coastal views, a quirky horse-drawn tram, and the chance to meet South Australia’s adorable Little Penguins, it’s a spot that blends natural beauty with unique local […]

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Car Rental Myths – BUSTED!

21/09/2014 Fun Stuff Useful Articles

There are a many rumors on the web about all kinds or car rental myths. Some are true, and some are just plain false. Redspot Car Rentals prides itself of being up front and transparent with its business practices to its customers and has focused on a few car rental myths below to try and bring some […]

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