Traveling by air can be stressful enough. Once you’ve arrived at your final destination, shouldn’t travel to your hotel or point of interest be as stress free as possible? By renting a car with a GPS navigation system on your next trip to Chicago, you’ll guarantee less stress for yourself! Trains & subways can be very confusing and who wants to get lost in a strange city? Bus routes are often just as confusing and why waste time sitting around waiting for a bus when you can have a nice comfy personal ride? The weather in Chicago can be harsh in both winter and summer.

If you’ve decided to rent a car, be sure to book in advance and look for the best deal. Often times, your current auto insurance policy will cover your rental car. Check with your auto policy carrier to see if this coverage is on your policy and if it is, you’ll save a bundle on that expense. Most people purchase insurance for rental vehicles without knowing that they’re already covered, spending money needlessly on coverage they don’t need.

When renting a car in Chicago, it’s important to budget for parking. You’ll have to pay for parking most everywhere in the city. Whether it’s your hotel, the airport, dining establishments or valet, nearly every place in the city has a charge for parking. If you’re staying in the suburbs, there’s likely no charge for parking. Just check with your hotel ahead of time to be sure.