The Perfect QLD school holiday road trip.

June 22, 2022, East Coast Car Rentals Road Trips Sunshine Coast

QLD school holidays for 2022 is about to swing into action, and although they are always an exciting time of year for families it can be difficult to come up with new fun school holiday activities for kids to enjoy. East Coast Car Rentals is here to help! This blog will lay out a ‘lap […]

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3 Destinations to Visit this Autumn in Australia

March 15, 2022, East Coast Car Rentals Adelaide Road Trips Sunshine Coast Sydney

If we put together a list of all the places to visit during Autumn in Australia, we’d have you reading all day long. To save you a little bit of time we’ve carefully selected our top 3 Autumn destinations in driving distance to a handful of our East Coast Car Rental locations that might just […]

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Our COVID-19 Car Rental Promise

February 26, 2021, East Coast Car Rentals Adelaide Brisbane Cairns Car hire tips and advice Gold Coast Melbourne Road Trips Sunshine Coast Sydney

Choosing our Pay Now option gives you an immediate saving all day, every day, but we understand Australians are living in a brave new travel world where border and regional closures can occur almost overnight, sending your best made holiday plans into disarray. That’s why we’ve decided to continue offering Pre-pay & Save, but with […]

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Best places to see baby turtles in Queensland 2021

January 29, 2021, East Coast Car Rentals Brisbane Cairns Road Trips Sunshine Coast

Hatching season is upon us and what better way to start the New Year than a road trip to one of Queensland’s many turtle havens to watch these cute little guys take their first steps. January through to March is the best time to see the annual turtle march when the summer heat rouses the […]

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The best national parks along the east coast

December 28, 2019, East Coast Car Rentals Brisbane Cairns Sunshine Coast Sydney

It’s no secret that the east coast of Australia is a magnet for tourists. Beyond the city centres and the popular theme parks, the east coast is home to some of the country’s most exquisite national parks, each with incredible hikes and sights tucked within their treelines. Royal National Park This list wouldn’t be complete without a […]

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The best fishing experiences along Australia’s East Coast

April 9, 2019, East Coast Car Rentals Cairns Fun Road Trips Sunshine Coast Sydney Unusual destinations to drive to

Is it any surprise that along a coastline filled with great diving locations and the Great Barrier Reef, you’ll also find some of the world’s best fishing destinations? Marine life swarms Australia’s waters, creating the perfect environment for a day spent out on the boat.  Load up your Sydney airport hire car with your favourite […]

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6 East Coast beach towns not to miss on an Australian roadtrip

January 17, 2019, East Coast Car Rentals Adelaide Brisbane Gold Coast Road Trips Sunshine Coast Sydney

  Sometimes the best travel memories arise in the smaller discoveries, when the main attractions are left behind. Australia’s cities hold many adventures for travelers, however we think that it’s the small beach towns that really make a roadtrip along the East Coast so worthwhile. Here are six of our favourites for you to fall in […]

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4 reasons to visit the Sunshine Coast right now

August 25, 2017, East Coast Car Rentals Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is one the most beautiful places you can visit in Australia, with landscapes ranging from golden beaches to lush green forest valleys. Wondrous sights, bustling markets, and drool-worthy culinary explosions are what the Sunshine Coast is all about. No matter how much of a homebody you think you are, this incredible Queensland hinterland […]

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5 waterfalls worth chasing on Australia’s east coast

February 20, 2017, chris Brisbane Cairns Gold Coast Melbourne Sunshine Coast

Never mind sticking to the rivers and lakes you’re used to; chasing waterfalls is always a stellar adventure. Water might be a scarce resource in many parts of Australia, but the island continent still manages to hide a cache of waterfalls that will pique your imagination, soothe your soul and jazz up your Instagram feed. […]

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