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IamErica · 01-19-2013, 11:29 AM

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redrosesix · 01-19-2013, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by IamErica

Hey all!
I am trying to piece together a quick trip to Florida with my son to go visit Busch Gardens. The flights into Orlando are MUCH cheaper than the ones into Tampa so I was thinking of renting a car at the airport and driving to Tampa and maybe the Gulf coast. Does anyone have any experience with the rental companies? I have found some REALLY cheap ones (Payless, EZ Rental, Styx for a few examples) however the reviews are a mixed bag. Hertz, Enterprise, Alamo and Budget are more familiar to me but also a bit more spendy. (Or at least what I have found so far)

Can ya help a girl out?

Are there any other transportation options I should consider?

Thanks!

We've done it the other way -- flying into Tampa to take advantage of a lower fare. Better to do it the way you are though because I find the rental car rates so much better if you're starting in Orlando. We always rent from Alamo -- you can get a good rate if you check and re-check the rates, and add codes to your reservation (which you can do at a later date).

Shelly F - Ohio · 01-19-2013, 09:53 PM

Yes we have done the exact same thing but rent with Alamo. As your trip gets closer the prices for major rental car co will drop. A few weeks ago my Alamo mid -size for a week was nearly $400 now I am getting it for $92.00
So keep looking on here for discount codes and you should get a good price.

jemmouse · 01-19-2013, 11:19 PM

GO to Orlando Magic Card they have a corporate rate discount and all you need to is print card just to have it, but in 3 times of using the rate I have never never been asked for it. It is open to all, so don't be worried that maybe you shouldn't use it. It gives you an additional driver at no increase in price and also unlimited miles...Good luck!

And I agree with the others on here, everyday or so or even twice a day look up because they are always changing prices. Last year I even got the best deal 2 DAYS before my trip...Just readjust your old reservations...

Good luck!!!!

IamErica · 01-20-2013, 01:06 PM

Thanks for the tips!

01-19-2013, 11:29 AM	#1
IamErica Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 155	trans. from MCO to Tampa. . __________________ Erica DS Cody(17) Nala Velma Scobby Doo Disney World ~Off site 1985 Disney World ~Pop Century February 2008 Disney World/ Universal Studios ~All Stars Music: Family trip Februaruy 2010 California girls trip/ Universal Studios Hollywood ~ March 2011 RCCL Caribbean cruise February 2012~ Mother and son trip Gulf Coast & Busch Gardens ~Treasure Bay Hotel and Marina/ Sea World ~ Residence Inn by Marriott at SW ~February 2013 Last edited by IamErica; 01-20-2013 at 05:15 PM.

01-19-2013, 09:53 PM	#3
Shelly F - Ohio Disney Extraordinaire Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lake Erie Shore Line in Ohio Posts: 4,685	Yes we have done the exact same thing but rent with Alamo. As your trip gets closer the prices for major rental car co will drop. A few weeks ago my Alamo mid -size for a week was nearly $400 now I am getting it for $92.00 So keep looking on here for discount codes and you should get a good price. __________________ Por favor mantenganse alejado de las puertas-Please stand clear of the doors. CBR - 2004 & Joined DVC 2004, DCL 4 night- 2005, SSR - Feb 2005, 06, & 09, Oct 08, May 2011, Oct 12, Feb 13..... CSR 07,... AKV Sept 2008,2012,2013... VWL Feb 2009, 2010, 2012 ... OKW Sept 2009, Feb2012...BCV 2013

01-19-2013, 11:19 PM	#4
jemmouse DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago, Illinois Posts: 673	GO to Orlando Magic Card they have a corporate rate discount and all you need to is print card just to have it, but in 3 times of using the rate I have never never been asked for it. It is open to all, so don't be worried that maybe you shouldn't use it. It gives you an additional driver at no increase in price and also unlimited miles...Good luck! And I agree with the others on here, everyday or so or even twice a day look up because they are always changing prices. Last year I even got the best deal 2 DAYS before my trip...Just readjust your old reservations... Good luck!!!! __________________

01-20-2013, 01:06 PM	#5
IamErica Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 155	Thanks for the tips! __________________ Erica DS Cody(17) Nala Velma Scobby Doo Disney World ~Off site 1985 Disney World ~Pop Century February 2008 Disney World/ Universal Studios ~All Stars Music: Family trip Februaruy 2010 California girls trip/ Universal Studios Hollywood ~ March 2011 RCCL Caribbean cruise February 2012~ Mother and son trip Gulf Coast & Busch Gardens ~Treasure Bay Hotel and Marina/ Sea World ~ Residence Inn by Marriott at SW ~February 2013

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