Location Guides

The secret’s out: South Australia’s capital city, Adelaide, has received Lonely Planet’s accolade as one of 2014’s Top 10 global destinations. Even Australia’s most-visited cities can’t beat Adelaide for its slick festivals, fine weather and friendly locals. The nation’s fifth-largest city is ideal to explore by hire car, thanks to its many accessible and welcoming tourist regions offering plenty to see and do in the city centre and within easy reach of the CBD.

If you’re looking for an inspiring hiking destination not too far from our car hire pick-up locations at Brisbane or the Gold Coast, the Green Mountains at Lamington National Park provide a great weekend getaway or day-trip.

To make the most of your time spent in Australia’s second-largest city before catching your flight, there are some great places within easy distance of Tullamarine Airport that will help you understand why so many people love Melbourne.

With only a few days left until we say goodbye to 2013, we have compiled our own countdown of our favourite Australian road trips. From coastal journeys to beautiful mountainous drives, we’ve got your road trip to do list for 2014 covered.

Wherever you go in Australia, you won’t find it tough to find a nice drop of wine as it is produced in every Australian state, but the most famous regions are within striking distance of capital cities Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth. Any visitor or traveller with an interest in wine should take the time to visit at least one.

Looking for an outdoor adventure suitable for the whole family while you’re in Melbourne? If so, head out 50km to Trees Adventure at Glen Harrow Park in the middle of the scenic Dandenong Ranges.

If you want to maximise your time in Sydney before catching your flight home, there are some great destinations within easy striking distance of Sydney Airport that are worth a visit.

If you’re planning a trip to north Queensland you definitely need to drive the Waterfall Circuit, its a full day trip from Cairns through the Atherton tablelands, however if you have a couple days spare, you can easily spread it out over several days. Its great for families, couples, anyone wanting a relaxing drive.

If you constantly find yourself driving around Sydney’s streets in rental cars, perhaps you should consider a Club Red membership at Redspot. Through the VIP program, you open yourself up to opportunities for savings and added convenience.

Matt, our rental officer from Melbourne Airport takes us through his recent trip to the Gold Coast with his wife and kids, and the theme parks they visited and enjoyed the most.