Credit Card Changes – PIN Required

26/08/2014 Useful Articles

Credit Card Change: From August 1st 2014, the major financial institutions and credit card schemes including MasterCard and Visa will be replacing signature to authenticate purchases to the more secure PIN method which utilises the built in security chip.

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Weekend Travels: Walyunga National Park

27/02/2014 Location Guides Road Trips Western Australia

Looking for a weekend getaway from Perth without driving too far? Walyunga National Park is the perfect destination. It’s just 35km northeast of Perth city along the Great Northern Highway and is an excellent place for a picnic, hiking or simply to reconnect with nature for a night or two.

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6 Essential Apps for every International traveller coming to Australia

26/02/2014 Travel Tips

Today’s holidaymakers tend to rely on portable technology for travel and tourism reviews and directions. Given that apps are inexpensive, easy to access and automatically updated, it’s no wonder a smart phone or tablet is considered a vital part of the traveler’s kit. Here are six apps worth downloading before you take off:

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20 Essential Items To Pack For Travelling

21/02/2014 Travel Tips

We’ve all experienced it when getting ready for a trip: when you’re approaching the airport, or just as your plan is preparing for take-off, you remember those small but vital, forgotten items. Here’s a handy list of last-minute travellers’ essentials that can be all too easy to forget in the dash to get away on time.

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Aussie owned Redspot Car Rentals now at Sunshine Coast Airport

19/02/2014 Press

Sunshine Coast Airport welcomes its newest kid on the block – Car Rental company Redspot. Airport General Manager Peter Pallot said, “Choice and competition is an important part of the airport’s commitment to continually improving our range of services and facilities. For us, it’s all about the customer and ensuring they have a great Sunshine Coast experience from the moment they land.

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What To Do When Visiting Adelaide

19/02/2014 Location Guides South Australia

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.

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Weekend Travels: Visit Queenslands Green Mountains

13/02/2014 Location Guides Road Trips South Queensland

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.

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Top 4 Melbourne Destinations to Visit Before Your Flight

10/02/2014 Location Guides Victoria

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.

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The Best Rental Cars for a Great Aussie Summer Road Trip

03/02/2014 Road Trips

What are the vehicle options for a great Summer road trip today? Here’s an overview of a few vehicles from Redspot fleet that are ready and waiting for you at every major airport in Australia. There’s a car for every driving experience.

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The Importance of Good Car Hire for Businesses

06/01/2014 Commercial Useful Articles

Businesses often have to visit other states for their work. But when they get there, how can they get around? Taxi? Bus? Train? All of these are feasible options, but none compare to the ease, cost or convenience of a hire car. And with Redspot, you can get even more with our Business Club.

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