Need rental car assistance...

[VUPDblue]

I'll be in Baltimore for work Sept. 15-17 and I don't really *need* a car because we'll be staying just blocks from the venue we'll be attending. That said, I'd like to get a car in order to make the most of my non-work hours, specifically a little side-trip to Philly. I priced the travel sites and the rates are through the roof for those days. I'm talking $120+ PER DAY for an economy car. I'll do without for that kind of a price. Does anyone here have a kick-butt coupon or discount code, or maybe work for one of the big-boys and could hook a guy up? Thanks in advance...

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

Do you need a rental car for even the off-work period?

That part of the country, public transit is OUTSTANDING. Even a commuter rail to Philly... Just something to think about.

-J-

 

[Cwood]

Nick, I may be able to help you.....

 

[VUPDblue]

In all honesty, all I really need is to get to Philly on the night of the 16th. It'll be a "midnight run" kind of thing and I was not aware that there was a commuter rail that connected those two.


Cwood:

 

[whiskeytangofoxtrot]

Good luck, the rental car companies over there are ruthless in my experience. You'd be better served to find public transport or a friend.

 

[VUPDblue]

Good luck, the rental car companies over there are ruthless in my experience. You'd be better served to find public transport or a friend.

Public transit is a good idea. I'd take a train, but I wouldn't take a bus that far. I'm going to check into that....

 

[whiskeytangofoxtrot]

I know the bunch of rental companies at BWI were ridiculously priced, and you had to give a blood sample it seemed like . I know there are buses and you might even find a train to go on. If you don't have any other options, the harbor area has a little to offer with a few museums, clubs, and a piano bar.

Baltimore is one of those places where it is what you make it.

 

[VUPDblue]

I looked into public transit, but nothing runs directly between Philly/Baltimore except Amtrak, and the fares make that cost prohibitive. $75 each for a round-trip for me and my co-worker price that into rental car range. I know there is lots to do in Baltimore, we go there annually and have done quite a bit. We want to jaunt over to philly and grab a Genos Steak Our days usually end around 8pm, so this is why it would be a "midnight run". We just want to run over there, grab a couple sammiches and run back to Baltimore...

 

[ATM]

Mmm... Genos Steak sammiches...

We do NOT ship Cheesesteaks!

 

[public servant]

I think I can help...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAxZx3PLkDc&feature=related

Problem solved.

 

[NEWMAN]

Public trans is the way to go in that area.


Although Public servant has a great idea. And you will even get to stay for free and meals paid.

 

[Bigum1969]

Hotwire.com

My wife and I always Hotwire our rental car and get great rates. Two years ago we rented a van in Baltimore for less than 140 a week.

 

[VUPDblue]

Found a great deal. Thanks for the help...

 

[public servant]

And you will even get to stay for free and meals paid.

mmmmm...bologna 3 times a day. And some of the locals can teach you to use a "stinger" to heat your coffee.

Hotwire.com

I looked there...there isn't a "hotwire" video anywhere on that site.

Seriously though...you might call your auto insurance company and see if they can hook you up with a company they work with. Also...if you have a Sears credit card they used to have rental places you got a sizeable discount for using their card. A lot of clubs, groups and organizations receive discounts. You might check with some you belong to... I know Hertz used to give big discounts for public service employees. Heck...see if the NRA receives a discount anywhere.

Man...$120 a day is outrageous!!

 

[ATM]

I will expect pics of the cheesesteak sammich or it didn't happen.

 

[VUPDblue]

trust me, you'll get em...

 

[Cwood]

I don't want pictures. I want an nice hot sammich!