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Top 5 Luxury Hotels to Visit In Miami, Florida

The Four Seasons Hotel


You won’t even want to leave this hotel property while staying at the Four Seasons. This chic, modern hotel is conveniently located near South Beach and in the heart of downtown Miami. Four Seasons prides themselves in exceptional customer service and resorts that make you want to stay forever. Check out the Four Seasons in Miami.

The Hilton Bentley on South Beach

The beautiful all-suite Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach offers sophisticated elegance in the heart of South Beach, Florida’s “SoFi” (South of Fifth Street), an exclusive enclave for the elite situated on the world famous Ocean Drive. The sensuous Spa 101 at the Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach is a one-of-a-kind sanctuary featuring Asian-inspired treatments and high-quality organic products. Taking its cues from Asian culture, Spa 101 has created an alternatively personal spa experience on the peaceful sun swept fourth floor terrace of the Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach, overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. This hotel is also home to the Rocco Donna beauty art, great restaurants, and it’s right on the beach!

The Viceroy

Set within the ten-acre Icon Brickell enclave, the Viceroy is the quintessential Miami luxury hotel, located at the center of this urban resort replete with skyscraping residential towers, two parks, a 28,000-square-foot spa and fitness center, and a two-acre outdoor living room bedecked by a 300-foot long pool, oversized outdoor fireplace, and more lifestyle flights of fancy.  If you want to get the full experience of upscale Miami, this is the place for you!

Loew’s Miami Beach Hotel

Plunge into the legendary South Beach, where glamour meets upscale elegance at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. Part Art Deco landmark, part sophisticated modern marvel but all a South Beach standout, gracing the most magnificent sun-drenched stretch of beach imaginable. Shops to shop in, explosive Emeril Lagasse cuisine to devour, nightlife to live or a spectacular new spa in which to steal away and rejuvenate.  This hotel has it all!  It’s a great place for a romantic getaway or for the entire family!

Ritz-Carlton Biscayne Bay

This is another great resort that has it all.  You’ll find something for everyone, including the kids!  If you love nature, there’s no more tranquil and serene location than Key Biscayne. It’s true destination resort that blends adventure and relaxation with its beautiful nature preserves, charming shopping villages and golden beaches. Located on a seven mile-long barrier island south of South Beach, The Ritz-Carlton in Key Biscayne, Florida, is just minutes from Miami, yet feels miles away from the urban pulse, uniquely providing both family-friendly getaways and romantic retreats the best of both worlds.

When you make your reservations to one of these great hotels and fly into Miami International Airport or Ft. Lauderdale, make sure you consider renting a discount rental car with E-Z rental car! We’re conveniently located in-terminal in both airports!

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Miami International Airport’s New Rental Car Center

In an effort to de-congest and connect the various different modes of transportation to Miami International Airport, they have a massive new transportation hub being built. The first component which was recently complete, the car rental center, is just the start. If you watch the video below, you’ll see our logo in the video! We plan to be a part of that new car rental center, and we’re glad that it will help to better serve our loyal customers!

A rental car center will be operational then, for the first time bringing under one roof all the major and many of the smaller car rental companies that offer vehicles at MIA.
The opening of the rental car center will mark completion of the first major phase of the $1.7-billion Miami Intermodal Center travel hub, which by 2015 will connect in one site virtually all county modes of transportation: aircraft, cars, Metrorail, Tri-Rail, Amtrak and perhaps in the future high-speed rail.

Read more: Miami Herald story

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New Promo Video For Miami Discount Car Rental

Here’s our latest promo video for our Miami location. If you want to get the cheapest price and the best service on a rental car when flying into the Miami International Airport, make sure you consider E-Z Rent-A-Car!

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Spring Break Hot Spots In Florida To Visit

March is one of the most beautiful months in the state of Florida, because the weather is usually warm enough to go to the beach, but cool enough enjoy being outside. Each year, thousands of spring break college students and families from up north visit Florida in March and April for the spring break school holiday. Fortunately, there are plenty of options for discount travel to Florida, including cheap rental cars offered by E-Z Rent-A-Car. Tampa, Ft. Lauderdale, and Miami are all popular destinations for Spring Break, because the night life is great, the beaches are better, and they have plenty of hotels and tourist attractions to accommodate you.

Tampa, Florida

I recently wrote an article giving you some ideas for fun, free things to do in Tampa, and I recommend you check out all of those recommendations when you’re visiting Tampa. St. Petersburg beach, Ft. Desoto beach (at southern tip of Pinellas County), and Clearwater beach are three great beaches you must try out. Also, you’ll save a lot of money in Tampa if you choose a hotel just off the beach. The area of Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg is huge, and we recommend renting a discount rental car from the Tampa Airport.

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Ft. Lauderdale is only 30 minutes from the heart of Miami, it’s less busy, and it has wonderful, sprawling beaches. The beaches are also less crowded, and you’ll spend less on a hotel if you stay on the beaches of Ft. Lauderdale. South Beach has the name and recognition, and it usually boasts higher hotel prices because of it. You won’t be disappointed if you decide to stay in Ft. Lauderdale, and they have their own international airport that is less crowded and easier to get in and out of. Rent a car from Ft. Lauderdale Airport (FLL)

Miami, Florida

If you’ve never visited Miami, it is truly a unique experience. The rich Cuban and Hispanic influence make Miami such a great experience for anyone looking for something different. South Beach is the famous beach of the Miami Beaches, and there’s always something to do. It has art-deco, historical hotels, great food, and vibrant night life. We recommend this list of great restaurants in Miami to try. If you want to experience all of the great attractions that Miami has to offer such as the Planetarium, The Island Parrot Jungle, or the Art Museum, we recommend renting a car with E-Z from MIami International Airport.

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Where To Find Wi-Fi While Traveling Over The Holidays

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We live in a digital world, and for many of us, the thought of traveling somewhere without an internet connection is horrifying. This is why smart phones are becoming so popular, because you can check your e-mail, update your Facebook status, and chat with clients/colleagues using a cell phone tower data connection rather than a wireless LAN connection. But for those of you who still rely on your laptop to get your Internet fix, here are some ideas for findng FREE Wi-Fi.

Use The Gogo Service In-Flight

If you are flying on Virgin America, American, Delta, United, Air Tran, or Air Canada, your flight may offer Gogo service, which is the Google Wi-Fi service. Plans range from $5.95 to $12.95 depending on the duration of the flight. If you have a 2 hour or longer flight, this could be money well spent if it means you’ll be more productive or it will help you pass the time! All Virgin America flights offer the Google Wi-Fi for free! Go to the Gogo In-Flight website to check out participating airlines, flights, and compatible devices.

Airport Wi-Fi

Use the airport Wi-Fi. There are quite a few airports now offering wi-fi hot spots. Click here for a list of 50 different airports around the country offering FREE Google Wi-Fi. You’ll find this at large players like Miami International Airport and the Las Vegas International Airport. This is a great amenity to take advantage of while waiting for a plane or possibly a discount rental car.

Buy a Wireless Adapter or Hot Spot

If you are a frequent traveler and you must have internet at all times on your laptop, consider getting a wireless card from a cell phone provider or an entire wireless hot spot such as the Mi-Fi from Verizon. I used the Mi-Fi at a conference I recently attended, and the connection was very fast and reliable.

Find a Panera Bread, Star Bucks, or McDonalds

A lot of fast serve restaurants and coffee shops are starting to offer wireless internet for free! Buy a cup of coffee, a bagel, or a cup of soup and take advantage of their wireless internet.

We Want Your Feedback

Would you like the ability to rent a wireless hot spot such as Mi-Fi along with your rental car? Please contact us and let us know your thoughts or comment on our Facebook Wall.

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Photo Stream Of Our United States Locations

Everyone loves pictures, and pictures say a thousand words. Here are photos of our main United States locations, not including affiliate locations.

Orlando, Florida

The appeal of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, warm weather, and world-class hotel resorts make Orlando one of the top vacation destinations in the world!

Rent a hybrid rental car at MCO

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Miami, Florida

Whether you’re having a night out on South Beach or visiting the many ecological attractions of Biscayne Bay, Miami, Florida has so much to offer. Don’t forget to get a Cuban sandwich or black beans and rice while you are there!

Rent a discount rental car from MIA

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Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Just up the coast from Miami is beautiful Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. If you are looking for an alternative airport to fly into other than MIA, Ft. Lauderdale is a great choice. Plus, the beaches are nicer and less populated.

Rent a cheap rental car from FLL

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West Palm Beach, Florida

Historic Palm Beach, Florida is a great place to vacation. The Breakers is a world-class hotel and resort, and the Flagler museum is a great piece of South Florida history. Downtown West Palm Beach has all the shopping and night life that you can handle.

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Tampa, Florida

If you’ve ever been to Tampa, you know they love their sports. No matter what time of year you are there, you’ll be able to catch either a football, hockey, or baseball game. Plus, Clearwater, Florida which is only about 20 miles west of Tampa, has some of the best beaches in Florida.

Rent a discount rental car from TPA

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Atlanta, Georgia

Stroll along Peach Tree street in Downtown, visit the night life of Buck Head, or visit Stone Mountain just outside of Atlanta. Atlanta is the hub of the southeast for a reason. It’s a vibrant city with a lot of young professionals, and there’s always something going on to keep you busy.

Rent a cheap rental car at ATL

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Denver, Colorado

Denver is a beautiful city, and if you love winter sports, Denver is the place to be! Denver is also a huge sports town if you’re thinking about catching a game.

Rent a car from DEN

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Dallas, Texas

Eat a juicy steak or visit the new $1 billion dollar Dallas Cowboys stadium! You could also travel down to Austin to hear great live music or tour the University of Texas.

Reserve a discount rental car at DFW

Ketchikan, Alaska

Alaska is like one big postcard. If you are a nature buff, then Alaska is the place for you. Go for a hike, camping, dog sledding, or kayaking to take in the beautiful sites and wildlife of Alaska.

Reserves a discount rental car from KTN

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Los Angeles, California

The City of Angels is a great destination for vacationing or business. Drive down Sunset Blvd. and maybe you’ll spot a celebrity! The Getty museum is a great place to bring the family. It’s free to the public!

Reserve a discount rental car from LAX

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Kid Friendly Attractions In Miami, Florida

Are you planning a trip to the beautiful beaches of Miami, Florida and taking the kids with you? Miami is known for its night life, great beach scene and cultural atmosphere, and many people refer to it as the Los Angeles of the East Coast. But, if you are traveling with children to Miami, you will be pleased to learn that there are many activities to pursue that are geared towards kids.

First, as always, it is important to properly prepare for your trip, and one of the first things to accomplish is to secure your car rental in Miami so that you are able to visit these wonderful attractions. Here are some kid-friendly attractions:

  • Biscayne National Park
  • Crandon Park Beach
  • Gold Coast Railroad Museum
  • Jungle Island
  • Miami Childrens Museum

With all these great attractions to visit, grab the best deal you can on your Miami car rental through E-Z Rent-A-Car. One of the best ways to ensure you get the lowest pricing is to sign up for our rental car magic, E-Z Money Club.

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Top Five Summer Road Trips Around The Country

Flying is fun and much quicker than driving, but you never get to experience all of the other sights along the way to your destination. My family drove the majority of the time when we went on vacation. I never understood why we had to make an 18 hour drive when we could fly and get there in less than three hours. But now when I look back on those trips, we had a lot of great memories sleeping in hotels, playing games in the car, and passing through cities that we would never visit on a normal basis. Are you itching to go on a road trip this summer with your friends or family? Here are a few road trips we think you should consider!

Pacific Coast Highway – L.A. to San Francisco

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Make the trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco driving Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway) for the entire route. You can fly into LAX and pick up a cheap rental car from our convenient Los Angeles Airport location, then hit the road up the coast. Stop in and visit ritzy Santa Barbara, surfer-laden Santa Cruz, and take a look at the mansions near the Pebble Beach golf courses. Watch the surfers try to catch a wave at Steamers Lane, and grab great Mexican food from a local restaurant along the way!

A1A – West Palm Beach to Miami

Fly into the West Palm Beach Airport and pick up a discount car rental from our friendly staff, then drive down A1A (also known as Ocean Blvd), until you get to Miami, where you can fly out of Miami International Airport and drop off your rental car. Along the way, be sure to check out the Breakers Hotel on Palm Beach Island, the Las Olas outdoor shopping area in Ft. Lauderdale, and of course, the restaurants and clubs in South Beach.

I-90/94 – Fargo to Spokane

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My mother and her brother made this trip a few years back, and my mother never realized how beautiful North Dakota and Montana could be. This route will take you a while and it has long stretches of desolate land. Make sure you gas up whenever possible. The best part of this route is that you are only a small detour away from visiting two of the most beautiful national parks in the United States: Yellowstone and Glacier National Park. This is a great drive to make during the summer, because the weather will be great.

I-95 – Boston To New York City

My wife and I are doing this trip in December. It won’t be the most ideal time to do it, but she has a conference to go to in Boston during that time. Visiting Boston and New York speak for themselves, but along the way you’ll pass Martha’s Vineyard, Newport, Rhode Island, and New Haven, Connecticut. Do you love the Cape Cod lifestyle? Then this trip is for you.

I-15: Las Vegas to Salt Lake City

Pick up your cheap rental car from our affiliate at the Las Vegas Airport, do a little gambling, hit up a show, and head on up to Salt Lake City! Utah is a beautiful state with a lot of great mountains, and it’s famous for world class ski resorts. You can get nature and the excitement of Las Vegas all in one trip.

There are dozens of other great stretches of highway in the United States, and we want to hear your suggestions for great road trips. Make a comment below with your suggestions!

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How To Save Money On Your Car Rental

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For most of our customers, price is a huge factor when determining what company to use when renting a car. The economy isn’t great right now, which leads to even more price-sensitive consumers. Here at E-Z Rent-A-Car, we understand that you are looking for the best price, so here are a few ways that you can ensure getting the best car rental rate from us or any other car rental company you choose.

Book In Advance

In economics, supply and demand drive the price of any good or service that we consume. This is no different in the car rental industry. The more advance notice that you book a car rental, the better your chances are of getting a great deal. As the time gets closer to your expected date of rental, the supply for a car rental goes down and the demand goes up. This is why airlines and rental car companies charge higher rates when booking a car or flight with less time in advance.

If you know that you’ll be renting a car over a busy holiday, make sure you book further in advance to lock in the best rates possible.

Take advantage of our online coupons.

If you are a veteran, senior citizen, teacher, student, airline employee, or policeman, we have a discount code waiting for you! These coupons are offered frequently on our website, so make sure you use them when you book a reservation with E-Z Rent-A-Car.

Here is the page for E-Z Rent-A-Car Discounts and Promotions

Join Our E-Z Money Rewards Program

When you join E-Z Money you’ll receive instant discounts and have access to exclusive member only coupons. Every member automatically receives 10% of their future car rentals. Plus you’ll start earning points that can be redeemed for credits on future rentals with no black out periods.*

Once you sign up, we’ll also give you a complimentary, personalized page where you can log in and easily find your future reservations, past rentals, access receipts, and keep track of all your E-Z Money points.


Click here to learn more about our three E-Z Money programs and which one suits you best.

The most important tip is to be an informed and educated consumer. Don’t just settle for the first car rental rate that you find. Search for different rates, read customer reviews, and search for the company with the best customer service and fleet vehicles. We are confident that E-Z Rent-A-Car will fulfill all of your car rental needs.

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