Atlanta car rental and Atlanta, GA Overview
Southern charm and hospitality are waiting for you in Atlanta-along with a whole lot more! Consistently ranked one of the best cities in the world to do business, Atlanta is a cosmopolitan capital constantly on the move. The city's downtown skyline and gleaming skyscrapers are a testimony to the town's innovation, while white-columned mansions still stand as a reminder of the past. Atlanta car rental travelers can't help but fall in love with this multi-faceted metropolis, so come prepared for an unforgettable experience!
Getting to know Atlanta
While the greater Atlanta metropolitan area is quite large and sprawling, the actual city itself is surprisingly compact - just 131 square miles. But don't be fooled-there's still plenty for Atlanta car rental travelers to see and do! If you're in the process of planning a vacation to Atlanta, Triangle Rent A Car recommends making a visit to the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau at 233 Peachtree Street. Here, you'll find oodles of information on hotels, restaurants and attractions. Call in advance (404-222-6688) and you can even request a special vacation package which includes a copy of Atlanta Now (the official visitors' guide), a Metro Atlanta Attractions Guide, a book of discount coupons, a map, and a 2-month calendar of events.
Welcome to the City of Trees
While Atlanta's commerce and development continue to boom, so does the quality of life in the bustling urban areas. Often referred to as "The City of Trees", Atlanta car rental travelers will find dozens upon dozens of dogwoods and azaleas lining the streets. Numerous neighborhoods and parks provide the big city with a small town charm, as do the soft southern accents. Atlanta car rental travelers are always pleasantly surprised to find that local customs live on in this major metropolis, as friendly faces say "please" and "ma'am",and complete strangers take the time to hold the door for others.
There's never a bad time to visit Atlanta
One of the wonderful things about vacationing in Atlanta is that there's no real high season for travelers. This means that Atlanta car rental travelers don't need to worry about hotel room rates jumping exponentially simply because the weather has changed. With that being said, it's still always best to contact the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau before booking your room. Atlanta is a major convention and trade-show destination, so some hotels may book up faster than others. If you're planning to visit during July and August, the Atlanta's hottest summer months, you may find that hotels offer some hot discounted rates. However, if you're looking for the best overall experience, Triangle Rent A Car recommends visiting during the month of April when the dogwoods and azaleas are in full bloom-the city looks absolutely spectacular!
Fun things to watch for in Atlanta
Atlanta has blossomed into a bustling city center over the past five years, introducing a number of fun family attractions. Atlanta car rental travelers will find more than a half-dozen major attractions in the city's northwest neighborhood, including the new and improved World of Coca-Cola. Another must-see destination is the Georgia Aquarium, which is home to more than 5 million gallons of water and more than 100,000 freshwater and saltwater species. Atlanta car rental coaster fanatics will also want to make a stop at Six Flags Over Georgia. In 2006, the park added a colossal new ride, Goliath, boosting the park's total coaster count to 10.
Are you ready for Atlanta?
Atlanta car rental travelers can learn more about the city of Atlanta online at the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau website-www.atlanta.net. Atlanta car rental travelers can also learn more about local happenings at the Access Atlanta website, www.acessatlanta.com.
