Dad’s guide to surviving the school holiday road trip

15/09/2015 Fun Stuff Travel Tips Useful Articles

Bracing yourself for a road trip these school hols? Never fear, surviving the drive is easier than you think. A little bit of forward planning can help you deal with the familiar cries of “Are we there yet?” without losing your cool. Remember to print out this checklist before you go. Just for Dad – […]

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6 Reasons to Hit the Road This Winter

18/06/2015 Travel Tips

Why Winter Road Trips Are Australia’s Best-Kept Secret When the cold weather rolls in, most Aussies think of blankets, heaters, and weekend footy marathons. But winter is actually one of the smartest times of year to hit the road. While crowds wait for summer, you can take advantage of cooler days, lower prices, and unique […]

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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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Brisbane City: Things to Do as a Family

03/03/2015 Location Guides South Queensland Travel Tips

Whether you’re in Brisbane with the family for just one day or planning a week-long stay, this sunny Queensland capital has something for kids of all ages — and plenty for parents too. From climbing iconic landmarks to cuddling koalas, here are some of the top family-friendly things to do in Brisbane. Climb the Story […]

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Best Locations to Spend New Year’s Eve in Australia

23/12/2014 Location Guides New South Wales South Queensland Tasmania 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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What a Rock Band Can Teach You About Business Travel

12/11/2014 Commercial Travel Tips

You wouldn’t think touring with a rock band and travelling for business have much in common. But if you’ve ever been on the road with a group of musicians, you know the chaos: heavy gear that somehow always breaks, team members who barely know each other but need to perform as one, and a general […]

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