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AMAZON LINK: MAGNETIC HOLDER FOR MAGSAFE CASE: https://amzn.to/4jgLKjJ AMAZON LINK: MAGNETIC HOLDER FOR ALL TYPES OF CASES: https://amzn.to/4jgLKjJ HOW TO RENT A CAR ON HOLIDAY, MISTAKES TO AVOID, AND WHICH INSURANCE TO CHOOSE #carrental #traveltips #carnews #travelingwithlumbus In this video, I address a rarely discussed but crucial topic when traveling: car rental. I explain how it really works, what mistakes to avoid, and how to choose the right insurance coverage. Often, especially in countries with poor connections or long distances to cover, getting around by public transportation is complicated and slow. In these cases, or even just for convenience, the only solution is to rent a car. And this is where the doubts begin: which car rental company to choose and under what conditions? Today, there are hundreds of car rental companies, from small local ones to large international brands, as well as numerous price comparison sites. To get your bearings, it's important to distinguish between direct sites and comparison sites. Direct sites, such as Hertz, Avis, or Europcar, only display vehicles from their fleet and generally have higher rates. Therefore, it's always advisable to compare prices through comparison sites, which offer a broader overview and also include reliable local rental companies. Among the most reliable and reliable are Discover Cars, Liligo, TiNoleggio, Expedia, and Rentalcars (integrated into Booking). Using them is simple: enter the city, pick-up location, dates, and times, and in a few seconds, various offers appear, with increasing prices. Be careful, however: almost all the prices displayed only include basic insurance. Basic insurance only covers third-party liability, i.e., damage caused to others, because it is required by law. However, it does not cover damage to the rental vehicle, theft, or vandalism. This means that, in the event of a problem, you risk having to pay for everything out of pocket. There is also intermediate coverage that includes damage and theft, but with a deductible that can range from €500 to €3,000. The deductible is the portion of the damage you remain responsible for. For example, with a deductible of €700 and damage of €1,000, you would pay €700 and the insurance company would only cover the remaining €300. Even a small amount of damage can therefore turn into a significant expense. To avoid all this, there is full coverage without a deductible, but you need to be careful how you sign up. The coverages offered by comparison sites are often third-party insurance companies, not directly connected to the car rental. In these cases, the deductible is blocked on your credit card when you pick up the car, and in the event of damage, you'll have to pay the money upfront and then request a refund, complete with all the necessary documentation and potentially lengthy discussions. The simplest and safest solution—and the one I always use—is this: book the car through a comparison site with only basic insurance and add full coverage with no deductible directly at the counter when you pick up the car. It costs a little more, but it guarantees complete peace of mind: no large pre-payment, no down payment, no complicated paperwork, and direct management of any issues by the rental company. The goal of this video is to clarify and help you rent a car wisely, avoiding common mistakes and unpleasant surprises, so you can enjoy your trip with complete peace of mind. All the topics covered in the video: where to find them: timestamps: LAUNCH 00:01 HILITE 00:06 INTRODUCTION 00:16 TOPICS: 01:10 COMPARISON SITES 02:30 BASIC INSURANCE 04:30 INSURANCE WITH EXCESS 05:03 INSURANCE WITHOUT EXCESS 06:05 HELPFUL TIP 07:12