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QUESTIONS TO ASK
Once you ’ ve narrowed your selection to a couple of providers , approach each one for clarification . You may find that some things weren ’ t clear from their website or you simply have questions that need to be answered . Asking to see the rental contract before booking is also a good idea . They generally have a lot of detail and include some of the following points :
Bookings : Confirm how much deposit is required ( generally a minimum of $ 500 ). Also check what the bond is for insurance purposes . Find out what their cancellation policy is , should you need to cancel the booking due to unforeseen circumstances . Ask whether they refund the full deposit , a portion , or provide a credit . Taking out travel insurance may also be something to consider , even though you ’ re travelling within Australia .
It ’ s time to hit the South Australian silo trail .
A typical bed layout found in a small to mid-sized motorhome .
Road restrictions : Ask whether there are restrictions on where the motorhome can be taken . As mentioned , some companies allow dirt road travel . Others permit a certain number of kilometres to be driven on dirt roads , whereas some don ’ t allow it at all . National parks are a prime example , so confirm upfront whether visiting these types of destinations are permitted . The same goes for driving in snow .
Handover process : Start by asking how long the handover process goes for , what ’ s covered , and the best time of day to collect the motorhome to avoid peak times . A good handover demonstrates all the motorhome ’ s features , with written instructions for key features .
SUMMING UP
Hiring a motorhome is a fantastic way to hit the road and travel in luxury and comfort . In this article , we ’ ve shared some points about the hiring process in general if you ’ re a first-timer . Keep an eye out in a future issue where we will provide some of our tips to help maximise your motorhome hiring dollars .
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