What you should know about renting a car in Europe in 2012

The February 2012 Issue of Gemütlichkeit

Read excerpts from the latest issue of The Travel Letter for Germany, Austria & Switzerland.

Two Northern German Cities Each Add a Pair of Two-Star Restaurants to their Impressive List of Star-Studded Eateries

Northern Germany's top chefs in Berlin and Hamburg continue to rack up Michelin stars, firmly establishing the two cities at the top of the country's gourmet food chain. Their young, inventive and creative chefs have solidified the trend toward a modernized, German cuisine with local recipes and strong regional influences.

From November 1 through March 31, winter tires (tyres) are now mandatory with two rental car companies in Germany, Europcar and Avis.

With the recent drop in the dollar, it appears it's time to roll-out the cost cutting strategies for Europe-bound travelers.

After “where should we stay in xyz?,” the question we hear most is how best to change dollars into foreign currency, mainly euros.

Why purchasing air tickets through a travel professional may be a better deal than buying online or directly from an airline.

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This 16-page booklet contains information and advice not found anywhere else on the web and is aimed at Europe-bound travelers shopping for a rental car. It offers money-saving techniques to be used throughout the entire rental process.

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