Smarter Car Renting

Here are car rental tips from the road trip-seasoned editors of RoadsideAmerica.com:

•  Under 25? Everyone over 25 assumes you are an awkward and unpredictable risk behind the wheel. Ridiculous, you say, without taking your eyes off the road. But be sure to check with Madera California car rental companies about their specific policies. Some agencies require the driver to be at least 25 while other rental companies may allow younger drivers to rent for an additional fee. Have more than one driver? Be sure to ask if additional charges apply for more than one person driving the rental car.

•  Leave Nothing Behind: At a road trip's end, we find we've accumulated souvenirs, kitschy mementoes, and piles of brochures from tourist attractions. These treasures prove you really traveled -- that it wasn't just some wacky delusion. When dropping off your rental car, carefully check every door pocket, drink holder and storage bin for these keepsakes. The rental car company sure doesn't have any use for them.

•  Special Requests: Special requests can be noted at the time you make your Madera rental car reservation. Nothing too crazy, though. If you are in need of an infant or toddler car seat, navigation system, ski rack or more, be sure to make note of it when booking online. Keep in mind that requests are not guaranteed and additional fees may apply.

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Madera CA Area Attractions

• Children's Hospital Central CA
• Mammoth Orange Stand (8.87 miles)
• Elim Gardens (13.07 miles)
• Forestiere Underground Gardens (14.84 miles)
• Richard Hanson Fine Arts (16.82 miles)
• Wilson Art Galleries (17.44 miles)
• LaRyan Event Center (17.62 miles)
• Abbey Convention Services (17.73 miles)
• Kearney Mansion Museum (18.15 miles)
• Margaret Hudson Gallery (18.23 miles)
• Archipelago Art Gallery (18.26 miles)
• German Library and Museum (18.34 miles)
• Woody Finnigan's Art (18.51 miles)
• Golden Horse Statue (18.52 miles)
• Saint Agnes Medical Center (18.66 miles)
• Fresno Chaffee Zoo (19.98 miles)
• Downing Planetarium (20.50 miles)
• VA Central California Health (20.62 miles)

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