Archive for March, 2010
Travel Tips To Consider When Visiting Los Angeles
Los Angeles is one of the largest and most exciting cities in the country. There is always something going on in the city and the surrounding area on a daily basis. But like every other area, it has it’s own unique qualities and intricacies that you should know about before traveling to the City of Angels. Here are a few tips to consider before you make your trip to Los Angeles.
- The weather is generally mild. We see palm trees, the beach, and sun, and we automatically assume that it’s always 85 degrees in Los Angeles. This is definitely not true. Most of the year, the weather stays in the 70′s, and it can even feel chilly at night and when the sun is behind the clouds. During the middle of the summer, it definitely warms up. The valley can get VERY hot, but it’s usually dry heat. Also, many people don’t realize that the Pacific Ocean stays fairly cold throughout the year, so if you’re used to the Atlantic Ocean, be prepared for colder water.
- Consider alternatives to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Flying into LAX can be a nightmare. It’s one of the busiest airports in the world, and it’s also very confusing. If you can get a good rate, we recommend flying into the Burbank International Airport. It’s much more quiet, and you can still rent a discount car from us! Of course, most of the best rates will be flying into LAX, but don’t worry, we have a great staff that can help you get into a great rental car for less.
- Los Angeles Is a Driving Town. We’re not just saying this, because we’re in the rental car business! The Greater Los Angeles area sprawls hundreds of miles, and even though they have a decent bus and metro train system, it cannot accommodate all of the areas of Los Angeles. Ask anyone, and they’ll tell you that renting a car is essential when visiting the area.
- Venture outside of L.A. County. Santa Barbara and the surrounding area are about 2 hours away, and it is an area that you must visit. In the south, Orange County has a lot to offer as well, and San Diego is only about a 2 and a 1/2 hour drive away.
- Wake Up Early. If you want to visit one of the popular shows taped in Los Angeles and you don’t already have tickets, you’ll need to be up VERY early to get in line for standby tickets. Also, the tours for Universal Studios and NBC fill up quickly too, so don’t assume that you’ll be able to walk right up to the popular attractions no matter what time of year you’re there. Also, popular game shows like “The Price Is Right” don’t tape every week, so check their taping schedule first before you roll up there at 5am!
Los Angeles is a great place to visit, but make sure you’re prepared for it!
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Green Travel Tips While On Your Vacation
Preserving our environment is one of the single most important things we must do in the future. Our population is growing and our resources are depleting, and we have the duty to be good stewards of this Earth. Many people think of “green travel” as going to an eco-friendly location such as Costa Rica, but that’s only one segment of green travel. You can make your everyday travel more green by following these tips:
- Rent a hybrid car from E-Z or another rental car company
- Before leaving the house, turn down/up the thermostat, turn off the water, and unplug the appliances
- Pack light. Choose pieces of clothing that can be easily mixed and match and bring only the shoes that you need. Also, download eBooks instead of brining paper books.
- Don’t drive like your a NASCAR driver. Not only will it keep you safer, but you’ll conserve gas. Also, try not to slam on the gas unless only when necessary.
- Refuse maid service while in your hotel.
- Turn off all appliances, lights, and A/C or heat when you leave your hotel room
- Choose a hotel that provides green amenities.
- Bring a re-usable water bottle with you
- Pack eco-friendly sunscreen
- Let hotel managers know that you chose their hotel because of their green amenities, and this will encourage them to keep the green program.
- Bring your own shampoo and soap with you.
- Stop newspaper delivery while you’re gone.
- Choose airlines such as Southwest and JetBlue with newer, more energy efficient airplanes.
- Avoid using disposable cameras
- Go local. While on vacation, dine at local restaurants and purchase souvenirs from local vendors, not chains.
Green travel is the future, and it’s not a trend. We are working towards offering more hybrid cars in our fleet locations around the country. The cost of renting a hybrid will go down as demand for them goes up, and we’re steadily seeing a desire for more hybrid cars, because you’re more concerned with our environment. It’s a win/win situation for everyone!
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Annual Spring Events In Denver, Colorado
Denver, Colorado is the true gateway to the west, and it’s often a great central location for annual events. It’s beautiful, has a great convention center, and it has the infrastructure to take care of large crowds, so this makes it a great place to hold annual events and conferences. Spring is almost here, and the weather will be getting warmer, so here are some great events and conferences that may be of interest to you.
Travel, Cruise and Golf Expo
In mid-March, the Colorado Convention Center hosts travel agents, cruise and golf package vendors and others where attendees can explore a variety of travel and vacation alternatives in one place. Call (303) 400-3470 for more information.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The city’s biggest annual parade features horses, stagecoaches, marching bands, floats and fun, all with Western-style flair. Call (303) 368-9861 for more information.
Major League Baseball
Nothing signals the beginning of spring more than baseball, tightly meshed into American culture with historic firsts, icon performances, record-setting events, and traditions from hot dogs slathered in mustard to unexpected curveballs, and seventh-inning stretches. Books and movies about baseball are great, but nothing beats Major League Baseball action, playing out each season from April through the World Series. If you’re planning on going to a Colorado Rockies game, visit their website to purchase tickets.
Cinco de Mayo
Billed as the largest Cinco de Mayo event in the United States, this annual extravaganza draws more than 400,000 to Civic Center Park where hundreds of booths sell Latino food, crafts and art. Call (303) 534-8342 for more information.
If you’re looking for a discount rental car in Denver, look no further than E-Z Rent-A-Car. We’ve just moved to a new, in-terminal facility that makes the process of renting with us much easier!
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