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Jack T. Paxton
Senior Member
Username: Jpaxton
Post Number: 854
Registered: 07-2003
Posted From: 24.27.231.67
| | Posted on Saturday, June 05, 2010 - 07:56 pm: | |
Bob is definitely correct. Even if you are in a terminal and have access to a telephone back to the states or to an 800 number, use it before walking up to a rental desk "cold." I did exactly this at Edinburgh, Scotland a number of years ago and save hundreds! |
Bob Dart
Senior Member
Username: Bobdart
Post Number: 1550
Registered: 06-2005
Posted From: 76.29.23.90
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 01, 2010 - 02:28 am: | |
Neal, it's been my experience throughout Europe that you receive a hefty discount if you reserve a car prior to your arrival. I don't know or don't recall if the amount of lead time you give the agency is proportionate to your reduced rate. Also, it seems to be the practice that the longer you rent the car the less the daily rate. Thank you for putting all this down in writing for us. |
David
Advanced Member
Username: Reverie4401
Post Number: 205
Registered: 02-2008
Posted From: 74.230.248.231
| | Posted on Monday, May 31, 2010 - 10:50 am: | |
In reference to National/Atesa, we have rented twice using "www.doyouspain.com" and both times, the rental agency was Atesa. We have had great luck with them on one way rentals in Spain. However, one quirk is that they charge up front a 100 Euro fee for insurance that is refunded at rental return assuming the car has no damage. Both transactions can go through your credit card. If you are renting from a larger city (that includes Cadiz) check several locations as prices will vary with actual supplier. David |
Larry Cranford
Advanced Member
Username: Larrycranford
Post Number: 298
Registered: 06-2006
Posted From: 68.123.103.170
| | Posted on Monday, May 31, 2010 - 06:08 am: | |
Neal, I would like to thank you on my behalf and I'm sure, alot of other SPATS for the tremendous amount of work you put into your report. I have transferred your information into a folder in My Documents and have wirelessly moved that folder into my iPhone. It will also be in my netbook. I feel so connected but to what, I'm not sure.
Larry  |
E.L.Fink
Intermediate Member
Username: Yahootie
Post Number: 110
Registered: 08-2009
Posted From: 75.223.244.81
| | Posted on Sunday, May 30, 2010 - 06:33 pm: | |
About six weeks ago we rented a car from National/Atesa on line at the National website for Malaga, Spain, for a week (7-days) & returned to Cadiz for 255 EUR. The office was closed, so we returned the car to Jerez Airport. National/Atesa re-rented the same vehicle to us another week for 235 EUR. It was a Peugeot 207 with about 3,000 Kilometros on the dial. We put about another 3,000 K on it.
Taxi, Naval Station Rota to-from Jerez is about 50 EUR, oneway, so we rented a car at the Pax Terminal at Rota for one day to return the National car to Jerez Ariport (~35 EUR). |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 244
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 66.222.119.64
| | Posted on Saturday, May 22, 2010 - 02:09 pm: | |
The following has been a little project that I have been working on. If you see mistakes, corrections, or additions that you feel might be helpful please send them to me. I will post it again with corrections and additions if I feel that it would be helpful. This was updated during the 3rd week of May 2010. I hope it is helpful to the Space “A” community but I can make no guarantees that it is perfect. I have been helped so much by others posting information in the past that this is my way to say thanks.
Europe Car Rental Information
Spain
Rota Car Rental 011 34 596 82 2675 E mail is nexrentacar@yahoo.com
Rate includes insurance – rep says no deductable but I would check
Smallest car is a Matice.
The ROTA car rental location in the passenger terminal is open 8AM-8PM Monday through Friday and 8AM to 4PM on weekends. Closed on Spanish holidays. There is a $150.00 drop charge if you drop the car at Moron. I asked if it depends on how long you have the car and I was told the drop charge applied in all cases.
Rates are
1 day $46.65
2 days $70.45
3 days $105.55
4 days $126.15
5 days $157.75
6 days $189.35
7 days $216.85
1 month special $622.75
$150.00 drop charge if dropped at Moron
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 10:03 pm:
________________________________________
Last week, we rented a car at Rota and were quoted a cost double the usual fees. When we said we had a reservation, the costs went down to what your info states. Suggest anyone thinking of renting from NEXT, email for a reservation.
Moron Car Rental 011-34-955-84-8565-(This seems to be the advertised number but was always busy when I tried.)
011-34-955-84-8566-(Got through every time)
The representative told me that her hours are:
Monday and Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday through Thursday 8:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday 9:00am -11:00am
She said that the rates were the same as Rota.
She also indicated that if you wanted to rent at Moron and return at Rota you would be charged for a 5 day rental. If you were renting the car for 5 days or a week there would be no additional charge. She said that you could drop the car off at Moron after hours.
Italy
Naples
US NEX Capodchino, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-568-5298
Located on the 1st floor of the air terminal
Hours are M-F 9-5, Sat 9-1, Closed on Sunday, has a drop box for after hours return
US NEX Gricignano, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-811-4172
Located next to Exchange
Hours are M-F 10-5, Saturday 10-3, Sunday 10-2, has a drop box for after hours return
Sigonella
EuropCar on base charges 32.90 Euros + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance on a daily basis and 27.38 euro per day on a weekly rental + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance. The Europcar location is in the air terminal on NAS II. The representative told me that if you rent the car from EuropCar you could return it any EuropCar location in Italy without a drop charge or any additional fees. He said he has a drop box in the terminal so you can turn in the car after hours. He said that you could not travel with the cars into Eastern Europe but other countries were OK. Credit cards are fine but he does not take Discover. His phone number is 39 095 865468 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 39 095 865468 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
His hours are:
Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am to noon
Sunday closed
The following information about Sigonella has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Sig Car rental Just outside the NAS II gate is Vulcano, 011-39-095-307554
Also, out the NAS II gate, on the left, is Calocero car rental, cell 335 10 25015,
office 095 30 7554. It's like a rent-a-junk and the cars are (allegedly) insured.
EuropCar website price $228.31=145.222 EURO one day Rental for p/u at Commercial Airport drop off Milazzo Sicily. Called Sigonella booked car 50 Euros for p/u at commercial airport. Beats taking the bus routes discussed in other thread. Seniors, fragile, with large suitcases for three month stay. Just show Military ID card when picking up. Confirmation number assigned. Their office is now in the terminal at NASII.
On base car rental-NAS II: Europcar (USA) 011-39-095-86-5486, Hours: 0830-1700 Mon-Fri, 0830-1230 Sat, closed Sun
Off base car rental-NAS I: , Premier Auto S.R.L., (USA) 011-39-095-713-0146, C da Fontanaza, S.S. 192, Motta S. Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-713-0239, Hours: 0900-1730 Mon-Fri, 0900-1230 Sat, 35 Euro per day
Off base car rental-NAS I: Avis, (USA) 011-39-095-713-0279, C’da Perticone Palazzello, S.S. 192, Motta S Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-095-713-0321, Cell (USA) 011-39-338-786-4040, Email: Giuseppe.cataldi@avis-autonoleggio.it, 55.59 Euro per day
On base shuttle bus-NAS I-NAS II Hours: 0615-2354
Aviano- Unverified- could not reach by phone
On Base
EuropCar DSN 632-8719
CIV 0434-652607
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1400/ Sun Closed
The following information about Aviano, Livorno, and Vinenza has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Off base-
Auto OK car rental
TEL - FAX (0039) 0434 678085
Address:
CATTELAN AUTONOLEGGIO Sas Via Pordenone, 48
33081Aviano (PN) Italy
LIVORNO (CAMP DARBY), ITALY-
Europcar
Bldg. 729
Mon-Fri 1000-1800 *closed for lunch 1330-1430/ Sat 1000-1400/ Sun Closed
DSN: 633-7395
050-547392 –Main Exchange number -
VICENZA (CAMP EDERLE), ITALY-
Europcar
0444-505916
DSN 634-8019
Here a comment regarding Europcar at the Pisa airport (Italy):
Beware of this office! We rented a car from them in August 2005 and had a lot of trouble. This office is as disorganized as it gets. We waited in line for probably 2 hours or longer to get our car when we arrived, and all customers in line became more and more irritated and annoyed because nothing moved... Some were ready to explode and I don't blame them. All other car rental lines had cleared. It was a mess!!! It was not any better when we returned the car. There were customers who were so angry that they were at the point to either become physical with the two car rental agents, or get a heart attack right there.
We had made and prepaid our reservation through Expedia but of course Europcar charged our credit card again and it took me months to get my money back. In the end I had to call their headquarters in Italy to get my case solved. Did I expect anything else after our experience at their counter? No.
So if you rent at Pisa airport, be warned. By Marita Marcano
Greece
Souda Bay
Phone 302821021291
The on base vendor is also a travel agency. They will leave the keys at the Lodging office if you are arriving after hours and you come back the next business day to complete the paperwork. There rates are as follows quoted on 2-16-2010.
March rates:
Small car 20 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 30 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
April rates:
Small car 25 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 35 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
They also quoted me a special rate in March 3 days for the price of 2 days.
The base is adjoining the commercial airport so there are also rental car companies available there. It would be a 3-5 mile trip from the base to the commercial airport due to the route the road takes.
Off Base Car Rental
horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
The following E mail was received from Horafaka Car Rental.
“The price for 1 day is 20 euros and for a week the price is 15 Euros per day. There prices will be valid until March. The car has full insurance with 300 deductible. The minimum age of the driver must be 23 years. Will deliver car to the base.
Our office telephone number is 28210 39411 if you are here in Greece otherwise you have to add the Greek code number and Stelios' mobile phone number is 697 44 277 95.
We accept credit cards MasterCard, Visa and in the nearest future American Express, but the bank keeps a commission of 3%. It is possible to arrange to leave the keys somewhere if you would like to drop off the car in the evening.
Best regards,
Stelios Tzamariadakis”
The following information about Souda Bay has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
The price on base at Spa Tours was E 22.00 for a small car and some higher price for a car large enough to accommodate the four of us. We called Stelios (cel 6974427795) at Horafakia Rent a Car. He said his sister would call us shortly, which she did. We rented a Hyunda Accent for $22.00 per day on weekly rate. We dealt with the sister from there on, her name is Haroula (cel 6974458180). She speaks good English and is very good to do business with, we extended our week for two days at the same price. We purchased coupons at the exchange for 123 liters of gas from the station on base for $94.00.
The base is out in the boonies. A car is almost required. I also used Horafakia Car Rental in Crete in Sept 07. His home/office is in Horafakia, about 4-5 miles away. He is a nice guy and will bring your car to the front gate. He has a portable credit card imprinter so you can sign the credit card slip and the contract on the hood of the car and away you go. Real easy, except if you want to turn the car in earlier than originally planned. He doesn't like this. He says he can't issue credit card refunds. I was able to get some Euros out of him for the 3 days credit I wanted. Of course, I took a beating in this exchange. Be careful.
Some folks have reported a good experience with Stelios Tzamariadakis’s "Horafakia" in a small village of that same name nearby the NSA. Simply give him a call on his cell when you land and he will meet you at the front gate with the car (short 3-4 minute walk).
Office: 28210 39411
Cell: 6974427795
Email: horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
Autoway-Airport Car Rentals is a privately owned car rental company in Crete Greece, with almost 20 years experience in the car hire & travel industry of Crete. Greece. We are a licensed Rent A Car business from the Greek National Tourism Organization and we offer top graded Car hire Services normally associated with larger fleet European or Worldclass companies. Which means you get the benefit of a great deal, teamed with personalized customer service and Consistency to what we promise.
Visit us in Rethymnon Head office (close to EUROPA CENTER )
72 Sof.Venizelou Str. tel 28310-54105
Germany
Ramstein
Car Rental
On Base Rental Car Locations
AMCR Car Rental 06371-8020520
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Buchbinder Car Rental 06371-8020340
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal.
They informed me in person during March 2010 that do not rent to retirees or those stationed outside of Germany.
Sixt Car Rental 06371-613462,06371-43978
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Hours at KMCC 0900-2100 7 days per week
Hertz- 06371 44202
Office located on base in building 305, room #7
Will pick up passengers up at the air terminal, has drop box in terminal, can drop cars at other Hertz locations in Germany for an additional fee of 12.60 Euros. Can arrange late pickup if requested ahead of time. See note below about Charter-US.
I understand that many people reserve a Hertz car through Charter U. S. AnnMarie Collins is the owner of Charter U.S. and has an arrangement that provides for a good discounted Hertz rate and also provides for an additional driver for no extra charge. Her cdp number with Hertz is 650209. I have used this cdp number for one way Hertz rentals in the US at a really good discount. (304)267-7567 or Fax: (801) 315-9301
Personal assistance Mon - Fri: 10 am - 4 pm EST
www.charter-us.com
EuropCar- located about 4 KM from base. No drop box in terminal, taxi ride to their office is about 8-19 EURO. No one way charge if dropped in Germany. Rate may be higher if not dropped in Ramstein. Least expensive car is 39.27 Euro per day with insurance.
Avis car rental (used to be Budget)
Phone : (06371) 95 25 55
May want to add this about Avis Ramstein:
(My experience from Sept 09)
1. Will pick you up on base and bring you to their office to do the paperwork.
2. �12.60 for one-way drop fee w/in Germany.
3. Key drop box in Ramstein terminal
The following information about Ramstein and has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Massey’s Europcar Agency
Landstuhler Strasse 72
66877 Ramstein
06371-952233 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952233 (outside Germany)
Thrifty
Ramstein
06371-952979 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952979 (outside Germany)
Baumholder AAFES Facilities
GPS ADDRESS: Kennedy Allee 30, 55774 Baumholder
Sixt Rent a Car Bldg. 8406
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1300/ Sun Closed
06783-5446
Spangdahlem Car rental
Enterprise car rental 49 6565 4388
Located in the New Car sales building across from the Post Office on Base
Retirees cannot rent from them but the representative said that they were trying to do something to change that but she did not know any details.
Her hours are:
Monday –Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sat 10:00am – 3:00pm
She said that you could turn a car in at her office or at the TLF but not at the air terminal.
Rates for the least expensive car are:
Daily without insurance 49 Euros per day
Daily with insurance 65 Euros per day
Weekly with insurance 304 Euros
Weekly without insurance 214 Euros
There is a Europcar location in Bitburg and the base shuttle office told me that the base shuttle will take you to the base (housing area I think) at Bitburg but will not take you to the car rental location. This is the shuttle that goes around the base and to Bitburg. They will drop you off at the Bitburg Exchange. You could then call a taxi from the Bitburg taxi (06561 17066) that can take you to the Europcar office in Bitburg. The taxi fare would be between 10-15 Euros. I don’t think EuropCar charges extra for returning the car to other locations in Germany. I understand that Bitburg is 10-15 km from Spangdahlem.
EuropCar location in Bitburg
SAARSTR. 18 CITY
54634 BITBURG
Phone number : (06561) 946445
Fax number : (06561) 946447
Hours Monday – Friday 7:30am – 6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am – 12:00 Noon
Avis also has a rental office in Bitburg(it's on Avis website) Location code: JH6 phone # (49) 06561-2077
There is a shuttle that will take you to Ramstein. The shuttle will also transport passengers to Frankfurt, and Frankfurt Hahn. The representative stressed that the shuttle is by reservation only. The will try to accommodate individuals but if the shuttle is fully booked they will have to look at a later date. The prices for the shuttle are as follows.
Posted on Friday, May 21, 2010 - 04:06 pm:
________________________________________
The Bitburg shuttle goes inside the Bitburg front gate, you get off there...do a right face and walk straight ahead for a "few" blocks, the Europcar office is visible on a street to the left, lots of little colored flags, etc. It's not that far, easy bag drag.
Spangdahlem to Frankfurt
1 person $75.00 Family 2 or more persons $150.00
Spangdahlem to Ramstein or to Frankfurt Hahn
1 person $40.00 Family 2 or more $75.00
This shuttle can be reached through the lodging office at 49 6565 956500 Option 4
This shuttle normally leaves Spangdahlem at 5am, 7am, 9am, and sometimes at 11am.
Great Britain
Mildenhall
On Base Car Rental 01638 712445
He said that there is an on base location at the PX and the lowest price car he has was 38GBP per day with a 3 day minimum. If you are not stationed there he would have to add a 17 1/2 % tax. His hours are 9-6 Monday thru Friday, Saturday 8:30am - noon. He also said that he comes in at 9am on Sunday but does not stay. He said that if you were there at 9am on Sunday he could rent you a car.
Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 10:25 pm:
________________________________________
By William Yates
I called the Mildenhall PX number today and the lady I talked to said they can only rent to someone stationed in England. I looked into a rental last year but drop off seemed to be a problem.
Last year instead of a hop from Ramstein we flew Ryan air to Stansted and rented a Hertz car. We dropped the car in Newquay and rode with friends for a week. We then rented a Hertz car at the train station in York and returned to Stansted. We spent one night at Mildenhal to check it out. Looks like if you plan to fly in and out of Mildenhal the easy way is to rent from Mildenhire (1car1.com) at the bird in hand pub.
Posted on Saturday, March 20, 2010 - 12:16 am:
By Pat G.
________________________________________
Last year we rented from Enterprise at Barton Mills. We walked from the terminal to Bird in Hand and they picked us up. We left the car at the Bird in Hand when we departed. With a known international company we could use a discount code.
In previous years we have rented at Bird in Hand. They had the AAFES concession but we did not get a military discount.
Mildenhire Car Hire 44 1638 718 288
Located just off base near the front gate
Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
Minimum rental for 3 days, least expensive car 38 GBP per day + %17 ˝ tax for non active duty, weekly rate 189 GBP+ tax. Car must be returned to this location.
Hertz 44 1638 717 354-
Portugal
Lajes
On base car rental office 011 351 295 57 1278
Hours Monday through Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Ireland Car rental (This info taken from recent reviews)
Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 08:09 pm:
________________________________________
just a quick note to let everyone know that Dan Dooleys is a fantastic place to rent from in Ireland. We rented a 6 passenger mini van with unlimited mileage for more than 2 weeks for about 1000 dollars..that included the "excess waiver"...a plan which basically covers the excess waiver for you and prevents any further charges to your card. I dont think it was bad all things considered and they were extrememly helpful in every way.
Posted on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - 04:50 pm:
________________________________________
I have had wonderful experiences with Dan Dooley on at least 5 occasions. When you make the reservation on phone or online, use the discount code DOCHERA It gets you 10% off. I would advise taking the additional insurance. It has paid off for me twice. Ask them about Master Card vs American Express. Ireland is just a little different. |
Howard Eastlack
Advanced Member
Username: Howardeglin
Post Number: 170
Registered: 06-2003
Posted From: 68.14.189.94
| | Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 06:58 pm: | |
Buckle down folks. Prices are climbing with no stop in sight. Good news...the euro is sliding |
FHYL
Advanced Member
Username: Fhyl
Post Number: 378
Registered: 11-2008
Posted From: 68.68.131.47
| | Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 11:02 am: | |
Problems with just a state-side license when OCONUS?
None, so far (knock on wood). But (in 16 yrs living OCONUS + many trips as a Cat VI) I've never been stopped by any of the German, Italian, French, Belgian, Dutch, Swiss, Czech, Austrian, Greek, Turkish, Spanish, Japanese or ROK police either. (I'm assuming the Brits won't have a problem w/ my NC license.)
In the event of a stop, the IDP will translate my state-side data into their lingo. Without the IDP, it's a crap shoot that I won't have to go to the closest station to fine some police officer that can read my NC license....and maybe two hours later (a guesstimate on a fast process) I'll be on my way.
The $20 IDP is like life, health, auto, flood, property damage & liability insurance...it's only good when you need it.
Does anyone out there have a tale of driving w/out a IDP and ended up w/ a horror story??
The only one I have is when the eldest son was making a moving violation maneuver and had to pay an "on-the-spot" fine. Had he not had the D marks & IDP in hand, it would have been a trip to the station for him, while the family sat in the van waiting.
We, the family PAX in the van...snickered, guffawed, poked fun & shot photos at his expense, because he insisted on getting autobahn driving experience and got ticketed in his first hour of his driving. He was driving on back country roads and what he did was a typical CONUS maneuver trying to get ahead by driving on the shoulders vs. merging in turn ... but in Germany it's a "no, no". He groveled & squirmed...we bailed him out by putting the cash to save him a trip to the hoosegow.
{Und mein deutsches, italienisches & Japaner ist verstanden zu werden genug.} |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 237
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 02:24 am: | |
As a precaution I obtained an Int. Drivers Permit but on many trips I have never been asked for it but I have never been stopped by the police in Europe. |
Michael F Brennan
New member
Username: Michaelfbrennan
Post Number: 5
Registered: 03-2010
Posted From: 75.76.66.115
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - 09:21 pm: | |
Some sites recommend an international drivers license. Any problems with use of Stateside Driving License? |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 236
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 11:25 pm: | |
Diane-Thanks for the info on Rota. I have added you info the the next edition. |
Diane Rasulis
Member
Username: Didi
Post Number: 45
Registered: 03-2007
Posted From: 97.96.18.170
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 10:03 pm: | |
Last week, we rented a car at Rota and were quoted a cost double the usual fees. When we said we had a reservation, the costs went down to what your info states. Suggest anyone thinking of renting from NEXT, email for a reservation. |
Charter US, Inc.
Member
Username: Annemarie
Post Number: 9
Registered: 06-2003
Posted From: 67.142.168.142
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - 02:06 pm: | |
Thanks T. Pender for the note you posted. Permit me to add that it might not be a bad idea to check more than once and even compare the rates with what you get via our website entering the Hertz website there (our CDP should be in there).
Also additional drivers (not just one!)are free of charge by contract between Hertz and Charter US and nobody should tell you otherwise. If anyone does, ask them to check the "Hertz Help" platform - it's listed in there. This can amount to a sizeable savings in some cases and I don't think that too many - if any - have this provision to offer. Don't hesitate to contact me, if you need further advice. Good luck and good travel, Annemarie |
T Pender
Junior Member
Username: Tysonstom
Post Number: 6
Registered: 06-2009
Posted From: 98.169.121.124
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - 01:45 pm: | |
Neal: thank you for that excellent post on car rental. I called AnnMarie and she was very helpful. She asked that I post this information from her.
If you have a reservation with HERTZ for some time in the future she recommends you call them at least once before you arrive to and check the rates. They may have gone down and if so they will adjust your rental rate. |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 180
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - 01:35 am: | |
The following has been a little project that I have been working on. If you see mistakes, corrections, or additions that you feel might be helpful please send them to me. I will post it again with corrections and additions if I feel that it would be helpful. This was updated during the 4th week of March 2010. I hope it is helpful to the Space “A” community but I can make no guarantees that it is perfect. I have been helped so much by others posting information in the past that this is my way to say thanks.
Europe Car Rental Information
Spain
Rota Car Rental 011 34 596 82 2675 E mail is nexrentacar@yahoo.com
Rate includes insurance – rep says no deductable but I would check
Smallest car is a Matice.
The ROTA car rental location in the passenger terminal is open 8AM-8PM Monday through Friday and 8AM to 4PM on weekends. Closed on Spanish holidays. There is a $150.00 drop charge if you drop the car at Moron. I asked if it depends on how long you have the car and I was told the drop charge applied in all cases.
Rates are
1 day $46.65
2 days $70.45
3 days $105.55
4 days $126.15
5 days $157.75
6 days $189.35
7 days $216.85
1 month special $622.75
$150.00 drop charge if dropped at Moron
Moron Car Rental 011-34-955-84-8565-(This seems to be the advertised number but was always busy when I tried.)
011-34-955-84-8566-(Got through every time)
The representative told me that her hours are:
Monday and Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday through Thursday 8:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday 9:00am -11:00am
She said that the rates were the same as Rota.
She also indicated that if you wanted to rent at Moron and return at Rota you would be charged for a 5 day rental. If you were renting the car for 5 days or a week there would be no additional charge. She said that you could drop the car off at Moron after hours.
Italy
Naples
US NEX Capodchino, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-568-5298
Located on the 1st floor of the air terminal
Hours are M-F 9-5, Sat 9-1, Closed on Sunday, has a drop box for after hours return
US NEX Gricignano, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-811-4172
Located next to Exchange
Hours are M-F 10-5, Saturday 10-3, Sunday 10-2, has a drop box for after hours return
Sigonella
EuropCar on base charges 32.90 Euros + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance on a daily basis and 27.38 euro per day on a weekly rental + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance. The Europcar location is in the air terminal on NAS II. The representative told me that if you rent the car from EuropCar you could return it any EuropCar location in Italy without a drop charge or any additional fees. He said he has a drop box in the terminal so you can turn in the car after hours. He said that you could not travel with the cars into Eastern Europe but other countries were OK. Credit cards are fine but he does not take Discover. His phone number is 39 095 865468.
His hours are:
Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am to noon
Sunday closed
The following information about Sigonella has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Sig Car rental Just outside the NAS II gate is Vulcano, 011-39-095-307554
Also, out the NAS II gate, on the left, is Calocero car rental, cell 335 10 25015,
office 095 30 7554. It's like a rent-a-junk and the cars are (allegedly) insured.
EuropCar website price $228.31=145.222 EURO one day Rental for p/u at Commercial Airport drop off Milazzo Sicily. Called Sigonella booked car 50 Euros for p/u at commercial airport. Beats taking the bus routes discussed in other thread. Seniors, fragile, with large suitcases for three month stay. Just show Military ID card when picking up. Confirmation number assigned. Their office is now in the terminal at NASII.
On base car rental-NAS II: Europcar (USA) 011-39-095-86-5486, Hours: 0830-1700 Mon-Fri, 0830-1230 Sat, closed Sun
Off base car rental-NAS I: , Premier Auto S.R.L., (USA) 011-39-095-713-0146, C da Fontanaza, S.S. 192, Motta S. Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-713-0239, Hours: 0900-1730 Mon-Fri, 0900-1230 Sat, 35 Euro per day
Off base car rental-NAS I: Avis, (USA) 011-39-095-713-0279, C’da Perticone Palazzello, S.S. 192, Motta S Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-095-713-0321, Cell (USA) 011-39-338-786-4040, Email: Giuseppe.cataldi@avis-autonoleggio.it, 55.59 Euro per day
On base shuttle bus-NAS I-NAS II Hours: 0615-2354
Aviano- Unverified- could not reach by phone
On Base
EuropCar DSN 632-8719
CIV 0434-652607
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1400/ Sun Closed
The following information about Aviano, Livorno, and Vinenza has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Off base-
Auto OK car rental
TEL - FAX (0039) 0434 678085
Address:
CATTELAN AUTONOLEGGIO Sas Via Pordenone, 48
33081Aviano (PN) Italy
LIVORNO (CAMP DARBY), ITALY-
Europcar
Bldg. 729
Mon-Fri 1000-1800 *closed for lunch 1330-1430/ Sat 1000-1400/ Sun Closed
DSN: 633-7395
050-547392 –Main Exchange number -
VICENZA (CAMP EDERLE), ITALY-
Europcar
0444-505916
DSN 634-8019
Here a comment regarding Europcar at the Pisa airport (Italy):
Beware of this office! We rented a car from them in August 2005 and had a lot of trouble. This office is as disorganized as it gets. We waited in line for probably 2 hours or longer to get our car when we arrived, and all customers in line became more and more irritated and annoyed because nothing moved... Some were ready to explode and I don't blame them. All other car rental lines had cleared. It was a mess!!! It was not any better when we returned the car. There were customers who were so angry that they were at the point to either become physical with the two car rental agents, or get a heart attack right there.
We had made and prepaid our reservation through Expedia but of course Europcar charged our credit card again and it took me months to get my money back. In the end I had to call their headquarters in Italy to get my case solved. Did I expect anything else after our experience at their counter? No.
So if you rent at Pisa airport, be warned. By Marita Marcano
Greece
Souda Bay
Phone 302821021291
The on base vendor is also a travel agency. They will leave the keys at the Lodging office if you are arriving after hours and you come back the next business day to complete the paperwork. There rates are as follows quoted on 2-16-2010.
March rates:
Small car 20 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 30 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
April rates:
Small car 25 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 35 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
They also quoted me a special rate in March 3 days for the price of 2 days.
The base is adjoining the commercial airport so there are also rental car companies available there. It would be a 3-5 mile trip from the base to the commercial airport due to the route the road takes.
Off Base Car Rental
horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
The following E mail was received from Horafaka Car Rental.
“The price for 1 day is 20 euros and for a week the price is 15 Euros per day. There prices will be valid until March. The car has full insurance with 300 deductible. The minimum age of the driver must be 23 years. Will deliver car to the base.
Our office telephone number is 28210 39411 if you are here in Greece otherwise you have to add the Greek code number and Stelios' mobile phone number is 697 44 277 95.
We accept credit cards MasterCard, Visa and in the nearest future American Express, but the bank keeps a commission of 3%. It is possible to arrange to leave the keys somewhere if you would like to drop off the car in the evening.
Best regards,
Stelios Tzamariadakis”
The following information about Souda Bay has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
The price on base at Spa Tours was E 22.00 for a small car and some higher price for a car large enough to accommodate the four of us. We called Stelios (cel 6974427795) at Horafakia Rent a Car. He said his sister would call us shortly, which she did. We rented a Hyunda Accent for $22.00 per day on weekly rate. We dealt with the sister from there on, her name is Haroula (cel 6974458180). She speaks good English and is very good to do business with, we extended our week for two days at the same price. We purchased coupons at the exchange for 123 liters of gas from the station on base for $94.00.
The base is out in the boonies. A car is almost required. I also used Horafakia Car Rental in Crete in Sept 07. His home/office is in Horafakia, about 4-5 miles away. He is a nice guy and will bring your car to the front gate. He has a portable credit card imprinter so you can sign the credit card slip and the contract on the hood of the car and away you go. Real easy, except if you want to turn the car in earlier than originally planned. He doesn't like this. He says he can't issue credit card refunds. I was able to get some Euros out of him for the 3 days credit I wanted. Of course, I took a beating in this exchange. Be careful.
Some folks have reported a good experience with Stelios Tzamariadakis’s "Horafakia" in a small village of that same name nearby the NSA. Simply give him a call on his cell when you land and he will meet you at the front gate with the car (short 3-4 minute walk).
Office: 28210 39411
Cell: 6974427795
Email: horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
Autoway-Airport Car Rentals is a privately owned car rental company in Crete Greece, with almost 20 years experience in the car hire & travel industry of Crete. Greece. We are a licensed Rent A Car business from the Greek National Tourism Organization and we offer top graded Car hire Services normally associated with larger fleet European or Worldclass companies. Which means you get the benefit of a great deal, teamed with personalized customer service and Consistency to what we promise.
Visit us in Rethymnon Head office (close to EUROPA CENTER )
72 Sof.Venizelou Str. tel 28310-54105
Germany
Ramstein
Car Rental
On Base Rental Car Locations
AMCR Car Rental 06371-8020520
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Buchbinder Car Rental 06371-8020340
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal.
They informed me in person during March 2010 that do not rent to retirees or those stationed outside of Germany.
Sixt Car Rental 06371-613462,06371-43978
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Hours at KMCC 0900-2100 7 days per week
Hertz- 06371 44202
Office located on base in building 305, room #7
Will pick up passengers up at the air terminal, has drop box in terminal, can drop cars at other Hertz locations in Germany for an additional fee of 12.60 Euros. Can arrange late pickup if requested ahead of time. See note below about Charter-US.
I understand that many people reserve a Hertz car through Charter U. S. AnnMarie Collins is the owner of Charter U.S. and has an arrangement that provides for a good discounted Hertz rate and also provides for an additional driver for no extra charge. Her cdp number with Hertz is 650209. I have used this cdp number for one way Hertz rentals in the US at a really good discount. (304)267-7567 or Fax: (801) 315-9301
Personal assistance Mon - Fri: 10 am - 4 pm EST
www.charter-us.com
EuropCar- located about 4 KM from base. No drop box in terminal, taxi ride to their office is about 8-19 EURO. No one way charge if dropped in Germany. Rate may be higher if not dropped in Ramstein. Least expensive car is 39.27 Euro per day with insurance.
Avis car rental (used to be Budget)
Phone : (06371) 95 25 55
May want to add this about Avis Ramstein:
(My experience from Sept 09)
1. Will pick you up on base and bring you to their office to do the paperwork.
2. �12.60 for one-way drop fee w/in Germany.
3. Key drop box in Ramstein terminal
The following information about Ramstein and has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Massey’s Europcar Agency
Landstuhler Strasse 72
66877 Ramstein
06371-952233 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952233 (outside Germany)
Thrifty
Ramstein
06371-952979 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952979 (outside Germany)
Baumholder AAFES Facilities
GPS ADDRESS: Kennedy Allee 30, 55774 Baumholder
Sixt Rent a Car Bldg. 8406
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1300/ Sun Closed
06783-5446
Spangdahlem Car rental
Enterprise car rental 49 6565 4388
Located in the New Car sales building across from the Post Office on Base
Retirees cannot rent from them but the representative said that they were trying to do something to change that but she did not know any details.
Her hours are:
Monday –Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sat 10:00am – 3:00pm
She said that you could turn a car in at her office or at the TLF but not at the air terminal.
Rates for the least expensive car are:
Daily without insurance 49 Euros per day
Daily with insurance 65 Euros per day
Weekly with insurance 304 Euros
Weekly without insurance 214 Euros
There is a Europcar location in Bitburg and the base shuttle office told me that the base shuttle will take you to the base (housing area I think) at Bitburg but will not take you to the car rental location. This is the shuttle that goes around the base and to Bitburg. They will drop you off at the Bitburg Exchange. You could then call a taxi from the Bitburg taxi (06561 17066) that can take you to the Europcar office in Bitburg. The taxi fare would be between 10-15 Euros. I don’t think EuropCar charges extra for returning the car to other locations in Germany. I understand that Bitburg is 10-15 km from Spangdahlem.
EuropCar location in Bitburg
SAARSTR. 18 CITY
54634 BITBURG
Phone number : (06561) 946445
Fax number : (06561) 946447
Hours Monday – Friday 7:30am – 6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am – 12:00 Noon
Avis also has a rental office in Bitburg(it's on Avis website) Location code: JH6 phone # (49) 06561-2077
There is a shuttle that will take you to Ramstein. The shuttle will also transport passengers to Frankfurt, and Frankfurt Hahn. The representative stressed that the shuttle is by reservation only. The will try to accommodate individuals but if the shuttle is fully booked they will have to look at a later date. The prices for the shuttle are as follows.
Spangdahlem to Frankfurt
1 person $75.00 Family 2 or more persons $150.00
Spangdahlem to Ramstein or to Frankfurt Hahn
1 person $40.00 Family 2 or more $75.00
This shuttle can be reached through the lodging office at 49 6565 956500 Option 4
This shuttle normally leaves Spangdahlem at 5am, 7am, 9am, and sometimes at 11am.
Great Britain
Mildenhall
On Base Car Rental 01638 712445
He said that there is an on base location at the PX and the lowest price car he has was 38GBP per day with a 3 day minimum. If you are not stationed there he would have to add a 17 1/2 % tax. His hours are 9-6 Monday thru Friday, Saturday 8:30am - noon. He also said that he comes in at 9am on Sunday but does not stay. He said that if you were there at 9am on Sunday he could rent you a car.
Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 10:25 pm:
________________________________________
By William Yates
I called the Mildenhall PX number today and the lady I talked to said they can only rent to someone stationed in England. I looked into a rental last year but drop off seemed to be a problem.
Last year instead of a hop from Ramstein we flew Ryan air to Stansted and rented a Hertz car. We dropped the car in Newquay and rode with friends for a week. We then rented a Hertz car at the train station in York and returned to Stansted. We spent one night at Mildenhal to check it out. Looks like if you plan to fly in and out of Mildenhal the easy way is to rent from Mildenhire (1car1.com) at the bird in hand pub.
Posted on Saturday, March 20, 2010 - 12:16 am:
By Pat G.
________________________________________
Last year we rented from Enterprise at Barton Mills. We walked from the terminal to Bird in Hand and they picked us up. We left the car at the Bird in Hand when we departed. With a known international company we could use a discount code.
In previous years we have rented at Bird in Hand. They had the AAFES concession but we did not get a military discount.
Mildenhire Car Hire 44 1638 718 288
Located just off base near the front gate
Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
Minimum rental for 3 days, least expensive car 38 GBP per day + %17 ˝ tax for non active duty, weekly rate 189 GBP+ tax. Car must be returned to this location.
Hertz 44 1638 717 354-
Portugal
Lajes
On base car rental office 011 351 295 57 1278
Hours Monday through Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Ireland Car rental (This info taken from recent reviews)
Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 08:09 pm:
________________________________________
just a quick note to let everyone know that Dan Dooleys is a fantastic place to rent from in Ireland. We rented a 6 passenger mini van with unlimited mileage for more than 2 weeks for about 1000 dollars..that included the "excess waiver"...a plan which basically covers the excess waiver for you and prevents any further charges to your card. I dont think it was bad all things considered and they were extrememly helpful in every way.
Posted on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - 04:50 pm:
________________________________________
I have had wonderful experiences with Dan Dooley on at least 5 occasions. When you make the reservation on phone or online, use the discount code DOCHERA It gets you 10% off. I would advise taking the additional insurance. It has paid off for me twice. Ask them about Master Card vs American Express. Ireland is just a little different. |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 179
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Monday, March 29, 2010 - 10:46 pm: | |
I sent them two e mails a few months ago and they never answered. I would suggest that you call them. I like to use Skype. |
Diane Rasulis
Member
Username: Didi
Post Number: 40
Registered: 03-2007
Posted From: 97.96.18.170
| | Posted on Monday, March 29, 2010 - 08:43 pm: | |
Neal, thanks for the info on NEX hours at Rota. They haven't answered my email request. Wasn't sure about Sunday hrs. |
Barbara Patterson
Member
Username: Bap
Post Number: 47
Registered: 03-2008
Posted From: 70.178.250.156
| | Posted on Monday, March 29, 2010 - 01:22 pm: | |
Thanks, Monty, for the discount codes for Hertz. I was able to book a 1-day rental from Hahn to Ramstein for $20 less (including the $12.60 drop off charge) than I was quoted earlier.
Also, was told that the only way to rent from Europcar on base at Ederle is to call the desk: 011-39-0444-71-8019. It worked for me. |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 176
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Monday, March 29, 2010 - 12:45 pm: | |
The ROTA car rental location in the passenger terminal is open 8AM-8PM Monday through Friday and 8AM to 4PM on weekends. Closed on Spanish holidays. There is a $150.00 drop charge if you drop the car at Moron. I asked if it depends on how long you have the car and I was told the drop charge applied in all cases. |
neal floyd
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Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 175
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 06:59 pm: | |
I will try to call Rota tomorrow and ask. I also wanted to verify their business hours. |
Bob Dart
Senior Member
Username: Bobdart
Post Number: 1403
Registered: 06-2005
Posted From: 76.29.20.95
| | Posted on Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 03:41 pm: | |
Neal, when I rented from the Rota NEX in, I believe 2008, their policy was a free drop-off in Moron IF you had rented the car for one-week or longer. Do you know if this is still the case? I seem to recall that the reverse was also true of a car rented at Moron and dropped in Rota. |
Marita Marcano
Member
Username: Joluma
Post Number: 16
Registered: 03-2010
Posted From: 74.170.108.155
| | Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 03:38 pm: | |
Neil, thank you so much for all this valuable info. I already saved it in my Space-A info files.
Here a comment regarding Europcar at the Pisa airport (Italy):
Beware of this office! We rented a car from them in August 2005 and had a lot of trouble. This office is as disorganized as it gets. We waited in line for probably 2 hours or longer to get our car when we arrived, and all customers in line became more and more irritated and annoyed because nothing moved... Some were ready to explode and I don't blame them. All other car rental lines had cleared. It was a mess!!! It was not any better when we returned the car. There were customers who were so angry that they were at the point to either become physical with the two car rental agents, or get a heart attack right there.
We had made and prepaid our reservation through Expedia but of course Europcar charged our credit card again and it took me months to get my money back. In the end I had to call their headquarters in Italy to get my case solved. Did I expect anything else after our experience at their counter? No.
So if you rent at Pisa airport, be warned. |
Bob Dart
Senior Member
Username: Bobdart
Post Number: 1392
Registered: 06-2005
Posted From: 76.29.20.95
| | Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 02:27 pm: | |
Neal, thanks for doing all the leg work on this big project that will be a boom to us spats. I'm planning on a trip in early June so I know this will be helpful to me. |
Monty Hopey
Member
Username: Mhopey
Post Number: 10
Registered: 07-2008
Posted From: 65.40.85.222
| | Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 01:46 pm: | |
For those that are interested, Hertz is now offering a special rate in Europe. The RQ,code is WEG & when combined with the CDP,AAA rate provides a significant discount. Last year I rented from Hertz for 27 days at Frankfurt, receiving a rate of 623.16 E, which I prepaid in $ US @ 832.32. My rental this year is at Kindsbacher Strasse, Ramstein (VW Golf w/air) for 29 days at 622.53 E with no prepay required. I began checking prices last November when the quote was coming in @ 704.00 E for the same time period but for a smaller vehicle. It pays to keep checking the rates because the deals show up unexpectedly. Hopefully, the $ US will continue its advance against the E, which makes traveling a bit easier. |
neal floyd
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Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 161
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 08:01 pm: | |
I think Rota is open business hours Monday-- Friday and on Sat morning. I will try to call them on Skype next time I am up early to update my info. |
Leland
Senior Member
Username: Leland
Post Number: 5972
Registered: 05-2006
Posted From: 98.218.147.237
| | Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 08:00 pm: | |
Neal, great information. Cut-and-pasted into my various base documents. Thank you. |
Diane Rasulis
Member
Username: Didi
Post Number: 39
Registered: 03-2007
Posted From: 97.96.18.170
| | Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 07:39 pm: | |
Neal, would you have the hours for the Rota NEX rental counter? The info is so great, I have printed out and put in my SpaceA folder. |
Ed Crews
Member
Username: Ed_crews
Post Number: 38
Registered: 09-2009
Posted From: 72.216.5.103
| | Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 06:14 pm: | |
Neal,
Very nice "little project". It's now printed and in my book.
Thanks |
Robert V Jones
Member
Username: Bobj
Post Number: 46
Registered: 05-2008
Posted From: 72.40.63.58
| | Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 12:18 am: | |
I've used a rental car broker numerous times and believe we got good rates from them. Insurance and 2nd driver is included in the quoted price. Might try them for a comparison. www.economycarrentals.com Bob |
neal floyd
Advanced Member
Username: Nfloyd
Post Number: 159
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.135.84
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 06:26 pm: | |
The following has been a little project that I have been working on. If you see mistakes, corrections, or additions that you feel might be helpful please send them to me. I will post it again with corrections and additions if I feel that it would be helpful. This was updated during the 3rd week of March 2010. I hope it is helpful to the Space “A” community but I can make no guarantees that it is perfect. I have been helped so much by others posting information in the past that this is my way to say thanks.
Europe Car Rental Information
Spain
Rota Car Rental 011 34 596 82 2675 E mail is nexrentacar@yahoo.com
Rate includes insurance – rep says no deductable but I would check
Smallest car is a Matice.
Rates are
1 day $46.65
2 days $70.45
3 days $105.55
4 days $126.15
5 days $157.75
6 days $189.35
7 days $216.85
1 month special $622.75
$120.00 drop charge if dropped at Moron
Moron Car Rental 011-34-955-84-8565-(This seems to be the advertised number but was always busy when I tried.)
011-34-955-84-8566-(Got through every time)
The representative told me that her hours are:
Monday and Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday through Thursday 8:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday 9:00am -11:00am
She said that the rates were the same as Rota.
She also indicated that if you wanted to rent at Moron and return at Rota you would be charged for a 5 day rental. If you were renting the car for 5 days or a week there would be no additional charge. She said that you could drop the car off at Moron after hours.
Italy
Naples
US NEX Capodchino, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-568-5298
Located on the 1st floor of the air terminal
Hours are M-F 9-5, Sat 9-1, Closed on Sunday, has a drop box for after hours return
US NEX Gricignano, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-811-4172
Located next to Exchange
Hours are M-F 10-5, Saturday 10-3, Sunday 10-2, has a drop box for after hours return
Sigonella
EuropCar on base charges 32.90 Euros + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance on a daily basis and 27.38 euro per day on a weekly rental + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance. The Europcar location is in the air terminal on NAS II. The representative told me that if you rent the car from EuropCar you could return it any EuropCar location in Italy without a drop charge or any additional fees. He said he has a drop box in the terminal so you can turn in the car after hours. He said that you could not travel with the cars into Eastern Europe but other countries were OK. Credit cards are fine but he does not take Discover. His phone number is 39 095 865468.
His hours are:
Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am to noon
Sunday closed
The following information about Sigonella has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Sig Car rental Just outside the NAS II gate is Vulcano, 011-39-095-307554
Also, out the NAS II gate, on the left, is Calocero car rental, cell 335 10 25015,
office 095 30 7554. It's like a rent-a-junk and the cars are (allegedly) insured.
EuropCar website price $228.31=145.222 EURO one day Rental for p/u at Commercial Airport drop off Milazzo Sicily. Called Sigonella booked car 50 Euros for p/u at commercial airport. Beats taking the bus routes discussed in other thread. Seniors, fragile, with large suitcases for three month stay. Just show Military ID card when picking up. Confirmation number assigned. Their office is now in the terminal at NASII.
On base car rental-NAS II: Europcar (USA) 011-39-095-86-5486, Hours: 0830-1700 Mon-Fri, 0830-1230 Sat, closed Sun
Off base car rental-NAS I: , Premier Auto S.R.L., (USA) 011-39-095-713-0146, C da Fontanaza, S.S. 192, Motta S. Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-713-0239, Hours: 0900-1730 Mon-Fri, 0900-1230 Sat, 35 Euro per day
Off base car rental-NAS I: Avis, (USA) 011-39-095-713-0279, C’da Perticone Palazzello, S.S. 192, Motta S Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-095-713-0321, Cell (USA) 011-39-338-786-4040, Email: Giuseppe.cataldi@avis-autonoleggio.it, 55.59 Euro per day
On base shuttle bus-NAS I-NAS II Hours: 0615-2354
Aviano- Unverified- could not reach by phone
On Base
EuropCar DSN 632-8719
CIV 0434-652607
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1400/ Sun Closed
The following information about Aviano, Livorno, and Vinenza has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Off base-
Auto OK car rental
TEL - FAX (0039) 0434 678085
Address:
CATTELAN AUTONOLEGGIO Sas Via Pordenone, 48
33081Aviano (PN) Italy
LIVORNO (CAMP DARBY), ITALY-
Europcar
Bldg. 729
Mon-Fri 1000-1800 *closed for lunch 1330-1430/ Sat 1000-1400/ Sun Closed
DSN: 633-7395
050-547392 –Main Exchange number -
VICENZA (CAMP EDERLE), ITALY-
Europcar
0444-505916
DSN 634-8019
Greece
Souda Bay
Phone 302821021291
The on base vendor is also a travel agency. They will leave the keys at the Lodging office if you are arriving after hours and you come back the next business day to complete the paperwork. There rates are as follows quoted on 2-16-2010.
March rates:
Small car 20 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 30 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
April rates:
Small car 25 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 35 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
They also quoted me a special rate in March 3 days for the price of 2 days.
The base is adjoining the commercial airport so there are also rental car companies available there. It would be a 3-5 mile trip from the base to the commercial airport due to the route the road takes.
Off Base Car Rental
horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
The following E mail was received from Horafaka Car Rental.
“The price for 1 day is 20 euros and for a week the price is 15 Euros per day. There prices will be valid until March. The car has full insurance with 300 deductible. The minimum age of the driver must be 23 years. Will deliver car to the base.
Our office telephone number is 28210 39411 if you are here in Greece otherwise you have to add the Greek code number and Stelios' mobile phone number is 697 44 277 95.
We accept credit cards MasterCard, Visa and in the nearest future American Express, but the bank keeps a commission of 3%. It is possible to arrange to leave the keys somewhere if you would like to drop off the car in the evening.
Best regards,
Stelios Tzamariadakis”
The following information about Souda Bay has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
The price on base at Spa Tours was E 22.00 for a small car and some higher price for a car large enough to accommodate the four of us. We called Stelios (cel 6974427795) at Horafakia Rent a Car. He said his sister would call us shortly, which she did. We rented a Hyunda Accent for $22.00 per day on weekly rate. We dealt with the sister from there on, her name is Haroula (cel 6974458180). She speaks good English and is very good to do business with, we extended our week for two days at the same price. We purchased coupons at the exchange for 123 liters of gas from the station on base for $94.00.
The base is out in the boonies. A car is almost required. I also used Horafakia Car Rental in Crete in Sept 07. His home/office is in Horafakia, about 4-5 miles away. He is a nice guy and will bring your car to the front gate. He has a portable credit card imprinter so you can sign the credit card slip and the contract on the hood of the car and away you go. Real easy, except if you want to turn the car in earlier than originally planned. He doesn't like this. He says he can't issue credit card refunds. I was able to get some Euros out of him for the 3 days credit I wanted. Of course, I took a beating in this exchange. Be careful.
Some folks have reported a good experience with Stelios Tzamariadakis’s "Horafakia" in a small village of that same name nearby the NSA. Simply give him a call on his cell when you land and he will meet you at the front gate with the car (short 3-4 minute walk).
Office: 28210 39411
Cell: 6974427795
Email: horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
Autoway-Airport Car Rentals is a privately owned car rental company in Crete Greece, with almost 20 years experience in the car hire & travel industry of Crete. Greece. We are a licensed Rent A Car business from the Greek National Tourism Organization and we offer top graded Car hire Services normally associated with larger fleet European or Worldclass companies. Which means you get the benefit of a great deal, teamed with personalized customer service and Consistency to what we promise.
Visit us in Rethymnon Head office (close to EUROPA CENTER )
72 Sof.Venizelou Str. tel 28310-54105
Germany
Ramstein
Car Rental
On Base Rental Car Locations
AMCR Car Rental 06371-8020520
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Buchbinder Car Rental 06371-8020340
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal.
They informed me in person during March 2010 that do not rent to retirees or those stationed outside of Germany.
Sixt Car Rental 06371-613462,06371-43978
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Hours at KMCC 0900-2100 7 days per week
Hertz- 06371 44202
Office located on base in building 305, room #7
Will pick up passengers up at the air terminal, has drop box in terminal, can drop cars at other Hertz locations in Germany for an additional fee of 12.60 Euros. Can arrange late pickup if requested ahead of time. See note below about Charter-US.
I understand that many people reserve a Hertz car through Charter U. S. AnnMarie Collins is the owner of Charter U.S. and has an arrangement that provides for a good discounted Hertz rate and also provides for an additional driver for no extra charge. Her cdp number with Hertz is 650209. I have used this cdp number for one way Hertz rentals in the US at a really good discount. (304)267-7567 or Fax: (801) 315-9301
Personal assistance Mon - Fri: 10 am - 4 pm EST
www.charter-us.com
EuropCar- located about 4 KM from base. No drop box in terminal, taxi ride to their office is about 8-19 EURO. No one way charge if dropped in Germany. Rate may be higher if not dropped in Ramstein. Least expensive car is 39.27 Euro per day with insurance.
Avis car rental (used to be Budget)
Phone : (06371) 95 25 55
May want to add this about Avis Ramstein:
(My experience from Sept 09)
1. Will pick you up on base and bring you to their office to do the paperwork.
2. �12.60 for one-way drop fee w/in Germany.
3. Key drop box in Ramstein terminal
The following information about Ramstein and Baumholder has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Massey’s Europcar Agency
Landstuhler Strasse 72
66877 Ramstein
06371-952233 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952233 (outside Germany)
Thrifty
Ramstein
06371-952979 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952979 (outside Germany)
Baumholder AAFES Facilities
GPS ADDRESS: Kennedy Allee 30, 55774 Baumholder
Sixt Rent a Car Bldg. 8406
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1300/ Sun Closed
06783-5446
Spangdahlem Car rental
Enterprise car rental 49 6565 4388
Located in the New Car sales building across from the Post Office on Base
Retirees cannot rent from them but the representative said that they were trying to do something to change that but she did not know any details.
Her hours are:
Monday –Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sat 10:00am – 3:00pm
She said that you could turn a car in at her office or at the TLF but not at the air terminal.
Rates for the least expensive car are:
Daily without insurance 49 Euros per day
Daily with insurance 65 Euros per day
Weekly with insurance 304 Euros
Weekly without insurance 214 Euros
There is a Europcar location in Bitburg and the base shuttle office told me that the base shuttle will take you to the base (housing area I think) at Bitburg but will not take you to the car rental location. This is the shuttle that goes around the base and to Bitburg. They will drop you off at the Bitburg Exchange. You could then call a taxi from the Bitburg taxi (06561 17066) that can take you to the Europcar office in Bitburg. The taxi fare would be between 10-15 Euros. I don’t think EuropCar charges extra for returning the car to other locations in Germany. I understand that Bitburg is 10-15 km from Spangdahlem.
EuropCar location in Bitburg
SAARSTR. 18 CITY
54634 BITBURG
Phone number : (06561) 946445
Fax number : (06561) 946447
Hours Monday – Friday 7:30am – 6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am – 12:00 Noon
There is a shuttle that will take you to Ramstein. The shuttle will also transport passengers to Frankfurt, and Frankfurt Hahn. The representative stressed that the shuttle is by reservation only. The will try to accommodate individuals but if the shuttle is fully booked they will have to look at a later date. The prices for the shuttle are as follows.
Spangdahlem to Frankfurt
1 person $75.00 Family 2 or more persons $150.00
Spangdahlem to Ramstein or to Frankfurt Hahn
1 person $40.00 Family 2 or more $75.00
This shuttle can be reached through the lodging office at 49 6565 956500 Option 4
This shuttle normally leaves Spangdahlem at 5am, 7am, 9am, and sometimes at 11am.
Great Britain
Mildenhall
On Base Car Rental 01638 712445
He said that there is an on base location at the PX and the lowest price car he has was 38GBP per day with a 3 day minimum. If you are not stationed there he would have to add a 17 1/2 % tax. His hours are 9-6 Monday thru Friday, Saturday 8:30am - noon. He also said that he comes in at 9am on Sunday but does not stay. He said that if you were there at 9am on Sunday he could rent you a car.
Mildenhire Car Hire 44 1638 718 288
Located just off base near the front gate
Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
Minimum rental for 3 days, least expensive car 38 GBP per day + %17 ½ tax for non active duty, weekly rate 189 GBP+ tax. Car must be returned to this location.
Hertz 44 1638 717 354-
Portugal
Lajes
On base car rental office 011 351 295 57 1278
Hours Monday through Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Ireland Car rental (This info taken from recent reviews)
Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 08:09 pm:
________________________________________
just a quick note to let everyone know that Dan Dooleys is a fantastic place to rent from in Ireland. We rented a 6 passenger mini van with unlimited mileage for more than 2 weeks for about 1000 dollars..that included the "excess waiver"...a plan which basically covers the excess waiver for you and prevents any further charges to your card. I dont think it was bad all things considered and they were extrememly helpful in every way.
Posted on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - 04:50 pm:
________________________________________
I have had wonderful experiences with Dan Dooley on at least 5 occasions. When you make the reservation on phone or online, use the discount code DOCHERA It gets you 10% off. I would advise taking the additional insurance. It has paid off for me twice. Ask them about Master Card vs American Express. Ireland is just a little different. |
Mike Spengel
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Username: Mike_sp
Post Number: 330
Registered: 07-2006
Posted From: 70.95.149.155
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2010 - 04:12 am: | |
I received a quote from Miguel car rental in Rota a couple of days ago for Renault Clio 4 door Diesel for all of this July for €550 "total" whatever that means. At the current rate of exchange and calculating from noon on the 1st to noon on the 31st, that works out to $25.01/day at the offical exchange rate as of this moment. Too bad I'll be in the wrong end of Spain. :-(
info@miguelrentacar.com
The quote was signed by Daniel Marquez.
That's all I know about it. For more, e-mail Daniel. |
Ed Crews
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Post Number: 36
Registered: 09-2009
Posted From: 72.216.5.103
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 - 08:15 pm: | |
I'm with Jonh D. on rent vs lease. Europe by Car is apples and oranges, plus a lot of things are skewed on the Rick Steves perspective of how to do things. EbC includes massive insurance costs -- equivalent to 'super cdw'. Debate over CDW is endless. My experience (avg of three european trips per year of about a month each which we've been doing for seven evers) has never found leasing to be a better deal than a plain old rental. Only other thing that my experience may have twisted is that we only rent the smallest/cheapest car available. |
John D.
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Post Number: 4104
Registered: 06-2003
Posted From: 95.208.80.143
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 - 05:05 pm: | |
Anytime I've looked into leasing a car it's has always cost more than the rental. What was your cost comparison (duration, location, type of car etc...) for the lease you'll be doing in May compared to a rental? |
Stephen R. Jones
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Registered: 02-2010
Posted From: 75.70.133.251
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 - 12:26 am: | |
If your need for a rental is 17 days or longer consider leasing a car. We first read of this from Rick Steves and are leasing through Europe by Car. Will be doing it in May. We haven't read anything negative and sounds like a better deal in general - cost, insurance coverage, extras. We will report on this when all has been said and done. |
Kate Higgins
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Posted From: 152.121.16.1
| | Posted on Thursday, March 04, 2010 - 03:14 pm: | |
Neal - Thanks for doing so much great work! Of all the elements of our upcoming trip, car rental was the one I was most stress out about. You're a big help. |
David
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Registered: 02-2008
Posted From: 68.159.45.139
| | Posted on Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 09:23 pm: | |
Neal, Thanks a lot. Great resource for travelers to Europe. Maybe will use it on our April trip and the S&S in October. Thanks again. |
neal floyd
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Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.187.247
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 11:28 pm: | |
I just called the number you provided and a fellow answered. He said that there is an on base location at the PX and the lowest price car he has was 38GBP per day with a 3 day minimum. If you are not stationed there he would have to add a 17 1/2 % tax. His hours are 9-6 Monday thru Friday, Saturday 8:30am - noon. He also said that he comes in at 9am on Sunday but does not stay. He said that if you were there at 9am on Sunday he could rent you a car. |
neal floyd
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Post Number: 145
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Posted From: 67.233.187.247
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 11:16 pm: | |
Sorry just saw the number. I will try it in at morning. |
neal floyd
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Post Number: 144
Registered: 09-2007
Posted From: 67.233.187.247
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 11:15 pm: | |
Spoke to the Terminal at Mildenhall this morning and they said that there was no on base car rental. Other than that I have no other information. Let me know if you have a phone number. The off base location was real pricey. |
DeeDee Clarke
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Post Number: 546
Registered: 05-2004
Posted From: 72.181.14.46
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 11:08 pm: | |
Neal, Isn't there an AAFES car rental at RAF Mildenhall? The AAFES website lists the following information: Car Rental: Mon-Sat 1000-1900; Sun 1100-1700 (01638 712445) |
Denny Knott
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Posted From: 98.183.26.167
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 10:16 pm: | |
Neal, fantastic...thanks |
Mike
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Registered: 01-2007
Posted From: 75.132.183.184
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 07:19 pm: | |
Neal,
That is excellent work! Thank you.
May want to add this about Avis Ramstein:
(My experience from Sept 09)
1. Will pick you up on base and bring you to their office to do the paperwork.
2. €12.60 for one-way drop fee w/in Germany.
3. Key drop box in Ramstein terminal
_ |
Leland
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Posted From: 98.218.147.237
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 06:37 pm: | |
Wow! |
John D.
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Posted From: 95.208.80.143
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 06:30 pm: | |
Somebody has been a busy beaver - thanks for sharing Neal! |
Bill Ward
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Posted From: 76.169.178.107
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 06:23 pm: | |
Great info Neal. Thanks. |
neal floyd
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Posted From: 67.233.187.247
| | Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 06:14 pm: | |
The following has been a little project that I have been working on during the last week. If you see mistakes, corrections, or additions that you feel might be helpful please send them to me. I will post it again with corrections and additions if I feel that it would be helpful. This was done during the 2nd week of February 2010. I hope it is helpful to the Space “A” community but I can make no guarantees that it is perfect. I have been helped so much by others posting information in the past that this is my way to say thanks.
Europe Car Rental Information
Spain
Rota Car Rental 011 34 596 82 2675 E mail is nexrentacar@yahoo.com
Rate includes insurance – rep says no deductable but I would check
Smallest car is a Matice.
Rates are
1 day $46.65
2 days $70.45
3 days $105.55
4 days $126.15
5 days $157.75
6 days $189.35
7 days $216.85
1 month special $622.75
$120.00 drop charge if dropped at Moron
Moron Car Rental 011-34-955-84-8565-(This seems to be the advertised number but was always busy when I tried.)
011-34-955-84-8566-(Got through every time)
The representative told me that her hours are:
Monday and Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday through Thursday 8:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday 9:00am -11:00am
She said that the rates were the same as Rota.
She also indicated that if you wanted to rent at Moron and return at Rota you would be charged for a 5 day rental. If you were renting the car for 5 days or a week there would be no additional charge. She said that you could drop the car off at Moron after hours.
Italy
Naples
US NEX Capodchino, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-568-5298
Located on the 1st floor of the air terminal
Hours are M-F 9-5, Sat 9-1, Closed on Sunday, has a drop box for after hours return
US NEX Gricignano, Italy Europcar 011-39-081-811-4172
Located next to Exchange
Hours are M-F 10-5, Saturday 10-3, Sunday 10-2, has a drop box for after hours return
Sigonella
EuropCar on base charges 32.90 Euros + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance on a daily basis and 27.38 euro per day on a weekly rental + 11 Euros per day for insurance if you want the insurance. The Europcar location is in the air terminal on NAS II. The representative told me that if you rent the car from EuropCar you could return it any EuropCar location in Italy without a drop charge or any additional fees. He said he has a drop box in the terminal so you can turn in the car after hours. He said that you could not travel with the cars into Eastern Europe but other countries were OK. Credit cards are fine but he does not take Discover. His phone number is 39 095 865468.
His hours are:
Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am to noon
Sunday closed
The following information about Sigonella has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Sig Car rental Just outside the NAS II gate is Vulcano, 011-39-095-307554
Also, out the NAS II gate, on the left, is Calocero car rental, cell 335 10 25015,
office 095 30 7554. It's like a rent-a-junk and the cars are (allegedly) insured.
EuropCar website price $228.31=145.222 EURO one day Rental for p/u at Commercial Airport drop off Milazzo Sicily. Called Sigonella booked car 50 Euros for p/u at commercial airport. Beats taking the bus routes discussed in other thread. Seniors, fragile, with large suitcases for three month stay. Just show Military ID card when picking up. Confirmation number assigned. Their office is now in the terminal at NASII.
On base car rental-NAS II: Europcar (USA) 011-39-095-86-5486, Hours: 0830-1700 Mon-Fri, 0830-1230 Sat, closed Sun
Off base car rental-NAS I: , Premier Auto S.R.L., (USA) 011-39-095-713-0146, C da Fontanaza, S.S. 192, Motta S. Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-713-0239, Hours: 0900-1730 Mon-Fri, 0900-1230 Sat, 35 Euro per day
Off base car rental-NAS I: Avis, (USA) 011-39-095-713-0279, C’da Perticone Palazzello, S.S. 192, Motta S Anastasia 95040, Fax (USA) 011-39-095-713-0321, Cell (USA) 011-39-338-786-4040, Email: Giuseppe.cataldi@avis-autonoleggio.it, 55.59 Euro per day
On base shuttle bus-NAS I-NAS II Hours: 0615-2354
Aviano- Unverified- could not reach by phone
On Base
EuropCar DSN 632-8719
CIV 0434-652607
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1400/ Sun Closed
The following information about Aviano, Livorno, and Vinenza has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Off base-
Auto OK car rental
TEL - FAX (0039) 0434 678085
Address:
CATTELAN AUTONOLEGGIO Sas Via Pordenone, 48
33081Aviano (PN) Italy
LIVORNO (CAMP DARBY), ITALY-
Europcar
Bldg. 729
Mon-Fri 1000-1800 *closed for lunch 1330-1430/ Sat 1000-1400/ Sun Closed
DSN: 633-7395
050-547392 –Main Exchange number -
VICENZA (CAMP EDERLE), ITALY-
Europcar
0444-505916
DSN 634-8019
Greece
Souda Bay
Phone 302821021291
The on base vendor is also a travel agency. They will leave the keys at the Lodging office if you are arriving after hours and you come back the next business day to complete the paperwork. There rates are as follows quoted on 2-16-2010.
March rates:
Small car 20 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 30 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
April rates:
Small car 25 euro per day with full insurance
Medium car 35 Euro per day with full insurance
Auto transmission car 35 Euro per day
They also quoted me a special rate in March 3 days for the price of 2 days.
The base is adjoining the commercial airport so there are also rental car companies available there. It would be a 3-5 mile trip from the base to the commercial airport due to the route the road takes.
Off Base Car Rental
horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
The following E mail was received from Horafaka Car Rental.
“The price for 1 day is 20 euros and for a week the price is 15 Euros per day. There prices will be valid until March. The car has full insurance with 300 deductible. The minimum age of the driver must be 23 years. Will deliver car to the base.
Our office telephone number is 28210 39411 if you are here in Greece otherwise you have to add the Greek code number and Stelios' mobile phone number is 697 44 277 95.
We accept credit cards MasterCard, Visa and in the nearest future American Express, but the bank keeps a commission of 3%. It is possible to arrange to leave the keys somewhere if you would like to drop off the car in the evening.
Best regards,
Stelios Tzamariadakis”
The following information about Souda Bay has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
The price on base at Spa Tours was E 22.00 for a small car and some higher price for a car large enough to accommodate the four of us. We called Stelios (cel 6974427795) at Horafakia Rent a Car. He said his sister would call us shortly, which she did. We rented a Hyunda Accent for $22.00 per day on weekly rate. We dealt with the sister from there on, her name is Haroula (cel 6974458180). She speaks good English and is very good to do business with, we extended our week for two days at the same price. We purchased coupons at the exchange for 123 liters of gas from the station on base for $94.00.
The base is out in the boonies. A car is almost required. I also used Horafakia Car Rental in Crete in Sept 07. His home/office is in Horafakia, about 4-5 miles away. He is a nice guy and will bring your car to the front gate. He has a portable credit card imprinter so you can sign the credit card slip and the contract on the hood of the car and away you go. Real easy, except if you want to turn the car in earlier than originally planned. He doesn't like this. He says he can't issue credit card refunds. I was able to get some Euros out of him for the 3 days credit I wanted. Of course, I took a beating in this exchange. Be careful.
Some folks have reported a good experience with Stelios Tzamariadakis’s "Horafakia" in a small village of that same name nearby the NSA. Simply give him a call on his cell when you land and he will meet you at the front gate with the car (short 3-4 minute walk).
Office: 28210 39411
Cell: 6974427795
Email: horafakia_car_rental@hotmail.com
Autoway-Airport Car Rentals is a privately owned car rental company in Crete Greece, with almost 20 years experience in the car hire & travel industry of Crete. Greece. We are a licensed Rent A Car business from the Greek National Tourism Organization and we offer top graded Car hire Services normally associated with larger fleet European or Worldclass companies. Which means you get the benefit of a great deal, teamed with personalized customer service and Consistency to what we promise.
Visit us in Rethymnon Head office (close to EUROPA CENTER )
72 Sof.Venizelou Str. tel 28310-54105
Germany
Ramstein
Car Rental
On Base Rental Car Locations
AMCR Car Rental 06371-8020520
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Buchbinder Car Rental 06371-8020340
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Sixt Car Rental 06371-613462,06371-43978
Office located at KMCC (big hotel on base) Has drop box in air terminal, Will drive retirees off base for rental.
Hours at KMCC 0900-2100 7 days per week
Hertz- 06371 44202
Office located on base in building 305, room #7
Will pick up passengers up at the air terminal, has drop box in terminal, can drop cars at other Hertz locations in Germany for an additional fee of 12.60 Euros. Can arrange late pickup if requested ahead of time. See note below about Charter-US.
I understand that many people reserve a Hertz car through Charter U. S. AnnMarie Collins is the owner of Charter U.S. and has an arrangement that provides for a good discounted Hertz rate and also provides for an additional driver for no extra charge. Her cdp number with Hertz is 650209. I have used this cdp number for one way Hertz rentals in the US at a really good discount. (304)267-7567 or Fax: (801) 315-9301
Personal assistance Mon - Fri: 10 am - 4 pm EST
www.charter-us.com
EuropCar- located about 4 KM from base. No drop box in terminal, taxi ride to their office is about 8-19 EURO. No one way charge if dropped in Germany. Rate may be higher if not dropped in Ramstein. Least expensive car is 39.27 Euro per day with insurance.
Avis car rental (used to be Budget)
Phone : (06371) 95 25 55
The following information about Ramstein and Baumholder has not been verified by me but was taken from previous posts. I thought it was good information to include.
Massey’s Europcar Agency
Landstuhler Strasse 72
66877 Ramstein
06371-952233 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952233 (outside Germany)
Thrifty
Ramstein
06371-952979 (in Germany)
011-49-6371-952979 (outside Germany)
Baumholder AAFES Facilities
GPS ADDRESS: Kennedy Allee 30, 55774 Baumholder
Sixt Rent a Car Bldg. 8406
Mon-Fri 0900-1800/ Sat 0900-1300/ Sun Closed
06783-5446
Spangdahlem Car rental
Enterprise car rental 49 6565 4388
Located in the New Car sales building across from the Post Office on Base
Retirees cannot rent from them but the representative said that they were trying to do something to change that but she did not know any details.
Her hours are:
Monday –Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sat 10:00am – 3:00pm
She said that you could turn a car in at her office or at the TLF but not at the air terminal.
Rates for the least expensive car are:
Daily without insurance 49 Euros per day
Daily with insurance 65 Euros per day
Weekly with insurance 304 Euros
Weekly without insurance 214 Euros
There is a Europcar location in Bitburg and the base shuttle office told me that the base shuttle will take you to the base (housing area I think) at Bitburg but will not take you to the car rental location. This is the shuttle that goes around the base and to Bitburg. They will drop you off at the Bitburg Exchange. You could then call a taxi from the Bitburg taxi (06561 17066) that can take you to the Europcar office in Bitburg. The taxi fare would be between 10-15 Euros. I don’t think EuropCar charges extra for returning the car to other locations in Germany. I understand that Bitburg is 10-15 km from Spangdahlem.
EuropCar location in Bitburg
SAARSTR. 18 CITY
54634 BITBURG
Phone number : (06561) 946445
Fax number : (06561) 946447
Hours Monday – Friday 7:30am – 6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am – 12:00 Noon
There is a shuttle that will take you to Ramstein. The shuttle will also transport passengers to Frankfurt, and Frankfurt Hahn. The representative stressed that the shuttle is by reservation only. The will try to accommodate individuals but if the shuttle is fully booked they will have to look at a later date. The prices for the shuttle are as follows.
Spangdahlem to Frankfurt
1 person $75.00 Family 2 or more persons $150.00
Spangdahlem to Ramstein or to Frankfurt Hahn
1 person $40.00 Family 2 or more $75.00
This shuttle can be reached through the lodging office at 49 6565 956500 Option 4
This shuttle normally leaves Spangdahlem at 5am, 7am, 9am, and sometimes at 11am.
Great Britain
Mildenhall
No on base car rental
Mildenhire Car Hire 44 1638 718 288
Located just off base near the front gate
Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
Minimum rental for 3 days, least expensive car 38 GBP per day + %17 ˝ tax for non active duty, weekly rate 189 GBP+ tax. Car must be returned to this location.
Hertz 44 1638 717 354-
Portugal
Lajes
On base car rental office 011 351 295 57 1278
Hours Monday through Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm |
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