Great Tips to Consider Before Choosing a Car Rental Service

Once you have locked in the best holiday destination in India  and found a great hotel to stay at, the next thing that should bother you is the most convenient means of transport. Rather than having to wait for bus or train or drive a car all the way on your own, having a rental car can give you a huge advantage. It's definitely a better idea to hire a taxi for entire trip than paying for a taxi every time you want to go somewhere.

However; with enormous options of professional car rentals available these days, it could be a daunting task to find the right services suitable to your journey, budget, and other important constraints. Before hiring a car rental services or booking car online, you need to consider a few points in order to get the best out of the lot. With the best car rental services by your side, you can enjoy the convenience of having a safe and comfortable ride to the desired destination.

Tips to Consider while You Choose a Car Rental Service

1. Do a little research and ask plenty of questions
2. Compare the pricing options with different car rental services online before you make any decision
3. Know what exactly you're getting at what costs and what exactly you're paying for without racking up any hidden charges to pay later on
4. Browse the available range of budget and luxury car options for short and long trips
5. Ask if there is any offer such as free pick-up on arrival and drop off on departure
6. Make sure that the car you choose suits your journey requirements and budget
7. Clarify there would be no hidden charges to pay for after the trip
8. If you are booking a car online, check out for booking discounts or other offers
9. Make sure that the drivers are skilled, experienced and professional enough to handle any kind of situation during the journey
10. Do not say 'yes' to everything; book wisely

While you book a car online, it's advisable to check for the travel agent operating intercity rather than only within a particular city. The reason behind this is that such a company can take good care of your entire itinerary and you would have the cab with you at your own convenience. Another thing to make sure about is whether the car rental service covers you at disposal throughout the holiday. Moreover, if the car rental service provider you choose also offers pick up and drop to/from railway station and airport, it's definitely a plus point as far as convenience is considered. Moreover, if the driver possesses good knowledge about the place you are travelling to, a great benefit indeed. In peak seasons, choosing a professional car rental that offers special discounts and add-on services on regular travelling packages is certainly the best decision.

With these quick tips handy, plan your next trip and book the best rental car for an ever-memorable journey!

-TravelSpider, an International Tour Operator in Delhi NCR, India

Indians prefer foreign holiday tours - Travel Trends 2014

Traveling to international destinations for a holiday is the flavor this summer amongst Indians, according to a new trend report. Global travel search site Skyscanner released a series of travel trends, which show that Indians are keen to escape from the scorching heat and are turning to overseas travel this summer season.

While international destinations have seen a whopping 101 percent growth in volume searches, findings for domestic destinations have seen a rise of 60 percent over January to April 2014 compared to the same period last year, said a statement.

Now days, Indians have become more experimental when it comes to traveling. In the spirit of exploration, they are looking for longer, more expensive trips and are searching for newer destinations.

Morocco, Bhutan, Greenland, Thailand and UAE are Indians’ most popular summer holiday destinations this year. Also, Croatia’s glamor and old-fashioned authenticity makes it one of the most popular European countries amongst Indians.

Skyscanner’s data suggests that Indian travelers are becoming increasingly adventurous with their travel choices.

Bhutan, a popular but remote backpacking route located at the eastern end of the Himalayas, has witnessed a staggering 244 percent increase in overall searches. Another destination that has gained attraction amongst destination searches is Morocco, witnessing a 261 percent increase in searches compared to last year over the same period.

Known for its Roman architecture, serene coastal landscape and mountains, Croatia emerged to be one of the most searched European countries with a year on year growth of 152 percent.

Far Northern European countries including Greenland and Iceland emerged as exotic summer getaway options with a 210 percent year on year growth.

Within India, travelers are looking at exploring destinations such as Srinagar, Goa, Kochi and Port Blair.

Skyscanner’s trend conclusions are based on consumer search data for flights on the company's website in between January and April 2013 and the same period in 2014.

- TravelSpider is a travel agent in Delhi NCR which offers international holiday packages from India