Smarter Car Renting

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

•  Credit Cards for Pick-Up: Many agencies require a credit card upon pick-up. Yes, Opie, we live in that kind of world. So make sure you are in good standing with your "plastic." Call the car rental agency in Lauderdale Lakes before arrival or verify in the rental policy and rules to see which forms of payment they accept.

•  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 Lauderdale Lakes 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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Lauderdale Lakes FL Area Attractions

• Florida Medical Center (1.02 miles)
• Lockhart Stadium (2.99 miles)
• Plantation General Hospital (3.04 miles)
• Old Dillard Art and Cultural Museum (4.20 miles)
• University Hospital (4.27 miles)
• Plantation Heritage Park (4.52 miles)
• North Ridge Medical Center (4.65 miles)
• Downtown Fort Lauderdale (4.87 miles)
• Carrie B Cruises (5.12 miles)
• Olas Boulevard (5.12 miles)
• Riverfront Cruises (5.12 miles)
• Stranahan House (5.12 miles)
• Holy Cross Hospital (5.28 miles)
• The Galleria Mall (5.81 miles)
• Broward General Medical Center (5.97 miles)
• Imperial Point Medical Center (6.27 miles)
• Bonnet House (6.36 miles)
• Nova Southeastern University (6.38 miles)

Lauderdale Lakes rental guide