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Secret Devaluation? No-Show Fee for Pay Later Reservations with Hertz

Learn more about the disappointing devaluation from Hertz, charging customers a no-show fee for pay later reservations.

Maple Miles

November 24, 2024

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Everything You Need to Know About Renting an Electric Car

Electric vehicles are rapidly becoming a common sight on roads worldwide. Whether or not you are pro or anti-EV, they are here to stay. Rental car companies recognize this and continue to add EVs to their fleets. Renting an electric car can be an exciting and comfortable way to travel, offering a smooth, quiet ride and the potential to save money on fuel costs. However, there are a few things to know about renting an electric car. Here's what you need to know about renting an EV.

The Unaccompanied Flyer

May 25, 2024

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Vicious Attack on an Uber Driver, Hertz Fails to Help Wrongly-Imprisoned Man, and some Hyatt Category Changes

Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!

Family Flys Free

March 12, 2021

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5 Best Rental Cars I’ve Scored

Living far from an international airport, we often rent vehicles as part of our travels. Here are the five best cars I've scored in the past few years.

Family Flys Free

August 24, 2019

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Even Post-Devauation, I’m Still A Hertz Fan

Hertz has long been my favorite rental car company due to their strong frequent renter program. Even post devaluation, I'm still getting great value.

Family Flys Free

August 21, 2019

How to spot a Loyalty Program devaluation

Conveying bad news is always one of the toughest things to get across. You may be the most skilled spokesperson or PR person out there, but there's always a fear of backlash. In the age of social media, that fear of backlash is only amplified further.Loyalty programs undergo changes. Miles and points get devalued.