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Miami Temporary Housing By Car
Miami Temporary Housing and Car Rentals -- It
seems as though every car-rental company, big and small, has at least one office in Miami. Consequently,
the city is one of the cheapest places in the world to rent a car. Many firms regularly advertise prices
in the neighborhood of $140 per week for their economy cars. You should also check with the airline you
have chosen to get to Miami: There are often special discounts when you book a flight and reserve your
rental car simultaneously. A minimum age, generally 25, is usually required of renters, while some rental
agencies have also set maximum ages! A national car-rental broker, Car Rental Referral Service
(tel. 800/404-4482), can often find companies willing to rent to drivers between the ages of 21 and 24
and can also get discounts from major companies as well as some regional ones.
National car-rental companies, with toll-free numbers, include Alamo (tel. 800/327-9633; www.goalamo.com),
Avis (tel. 800/331-1212; www.avis.com), Budget (tel. 800/527-0700; www.budget.com), Dollar
(tel. 800/800-4000 or 800/327-7607; www.dollar.com), Hertz (tel. 800/654-3131; www.hertz.com), National
(tel. 800/328-4567; www.nationalcar.com), and Thrifty (tel. 800/367-2277; www.thrifty.com). One excellent
company that has offices in every conceivable part of town and offers extremely competitive rates is
Enterprise (tel. 800/325-8007; www.enterprise.com). Call around and comparison-shop before you make any
decisions -- car-rental prices can fluctuate more than airfares.
Many car-rental companies also offer cellular phones or electronic map rentals. It might be wise to opt
for these additional safety features (the phone will definitely come in handy if you get lost), although
the cost can be exorbitant.
Finally, think about splurging on a convertible (at most companies, the price for convertibles is
approximately 20% more). Not only are convertibles one of the best ways to see the beautiful surroundings,
but they're also an ideal way to perfect a tan!
Miami Temporary Housing and Parking -- Always keep plenty of quarters on hand to feed
hungry meters. Or, on Miami Beach, stop by the chamber of commerce at 1920 Meridian Ave. or any Publix
grocery store to buy a magnetic parking card in denominations of $10, $20, or $25. Parking is usually
plentiful (except on South Beach and Coconut Grove), but when it's not, be careful: Fines for illegal
parking can be stiff, starting at $18 for an expired meter and going way up from there.
In addition to parking garages, valet services are commonplace and often used. Because parking is such a
premium in bustling South Beach as well as in Coconut Grove, prices tend to be jacked up -- especially at
night and when there are special events (day or night). You can expect to pay an average of $5 to $15 for
parking in these areas.
Miami Temporary Housing and Local Driving Rules -- Florida law allows drivers to make a
right turn on a red light after a complete stop, unless otherwise indicated. In addition, all passengers
are required to wear seat belts, and children under 3 must be securely fastened in government-approved car
seats.
Miami Temporary Housing By Taxi
If you're not planning on traveling much within the city (and especially if you plan on spending your
Miami temporary housing vacation within the confines of South Beach's Art Deco District), an occasional
taxi is a good alternative to renting a car and the parking hassles that come with renting your own car.
Taxi meters start at $1.70 for the first quarter-mile and cost $2.20 for each additional mile. There are
standard flat-rate charges for frequently traveled routes -- for example, Miami Beach's Convention Center
to Coconut Grove will cost about $16. Or from the Miami International Airport to any Miami temporary
housing apartment in South Beach will cost a flat rate of $27
Major cab companies include Yellow Cab (tel. 305/444-4444) and, on Miami Beach, Central (tel. 305/532-5555).
Miami Temporary Housing By Bike
Miami is a biker's paradise, especially on Miami Beach, where the hard-packed sand and boardwalks make it
an easy and scenic route. However, unless you are a former New York City bike messenger, you won't want to
use a bicycle as your main means of transportation.
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