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Rent a car in Fort Lauderdale

Where to rent a car in Fort Lauderdale?

If you’re expecting wet t-shirt competitions and raving boat parties you might be a little surprised when you rock up to Fort Lauderdale. Their beer-swilling college days are far behind them as they’ve spent many years rebuilding their reputation; replacing raucous spring breakers with a more sophisticated crowd.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport has The Rental Car Center which offers 12 rental car companies to choose from, next to terminal 1. When your flight to Ft Lauderdale lands you’ll find: Advantage, Rent A Car, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, E-Z Rent A Car, Hertz, National, Payless, Royal and Thrifty.

Liligo.com will help you find the cheapest car rental deals in Fort Lauderdale, it’s always best to do a search before you start on your travels so you are well prepared on the rates and can book a car in advance; securing the cheapest price possible.

Driving in Fort Lauderdale: what you have to know

Fort Lauderdale is known for its traffic jams. The canals on the East side of town divide up the city. There are a lot of bridges you need to travel over which can be confusing. There are a high number of tourists and foreigners driving in the city, the unfamiliar roads mean they can be more likely to turn last minute or merge erratically into lanes – making dangerous drivers.

Road trips from Fort Lauderdale: what to do, what to see

Miami Beach

Only 1 hour south of Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach is easily accessible via car. On your way, stop off at The Cloisters of the Monastery of Saint Bernard de Clairvaux, which was built in the 1100s in Northern Spain, the stone was then transported from Spain to the U.S Also, be sure to stop off at Wynwood Walls, a large collection of graffiti, street art and outdoor murals – a great addition to any Instagram feed.

ST. AUGUSTINE

Just under 300 miles away from Fort Lauderdale, you will have to wake early if you want to hit St Augustine for only one day. And make sure you fill up the gas tank. Take the Interstate 95 north for four hours to land there, just south of Jacksonville. Stroll through the historic district and be transported into a city with European charm and flair – expect cobbled streets and old forts. Make sure you leave time to explore the Castillo de San Marcos, the monument site consists of 20.5 acres and includes stone deference line which hosted many attacks during the colonial wars. Stop for a bite to eat at Michael’s Tasting Room, an intimate Spanish tapas restaurant that will be the highlight of your European-inspired getaway.

Naples

This Southwestern city will give you mind-blowing sunsets, idyllic beaches and an unrivaled sense of relaxation. Lounge on the beach front and eat fantastic food, maybe try the fresh tuna with light avocado mousse. Nearby is Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, you will find pristine wilderness that dates back more than 500 years. The forest is home to alligators, otters, white-tailed deer and red-bellied turtles. So if you want to catch some live wildlife, here is the place.