The joy of having your own ride is that you can go where you want, when you want. Make full use of your newfound freedom by checking out all that there is to do in Petoskey. It’s just 19 miles away. Odawa Casino, Petoskey State Park and Little Traverse Bay Golf Course alone make the drive out worth it. Located 34 miles away, Traverse City is another popular destination. If you swing by, make sure you check out Front Street, Clinch Park Beach and Traverse City State Park.

Load the trunk with tasty snacks and drinks and make your way out to one of the stunning beaches near East Jordan. Some of the nicest places to go for a seaside picnic are:

• Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach (16 miles away).
• Charlevoix Beach (16 miles away).

Below you’ll find our top tips to score the cheapest possible rental car:

• Investigate as many different deals as possible (we make that chore a pushover!)
• Sign up for our Price Drop Alert email service and be informed immediately when prices fall for your destination
• Broaden your search to include both airport and non-airport pickup office locations to make sure you’re getting the best possible deal around
• If your pickup and drop-off dates are not yet confirmed, see if you can get a lower price by switching up the days of the week in your search
• Pickup and drop-off times usually need to be the same (e.g, both 11 a.m.) or you might be charged for another full day
• Keep more hard-earned dollars in your pocket. You’ll score some of the best deals when you pay in advance for your vehicle
• And lastly, lock in your preferred vehicle as soon as you possibly can to bag a mountain of savings!

No other mode of transportation can give you convenience and flexibility like your own set of wheels. No matter the reason for your journey to East Jordan, CarRentals.com has a great selection of vehicles to pick from. Heading to the city with your partner? Turn up the romance by going for a convertible. Loads of fun to drive and easy to park, you’ll love sitting side by side in one of these little rides. An SUV is ideal for families with youngsters. There’s room enough for everyone and you can venture where you want, when you want. If you’re on a business trip, a premium car will carry you from the boardroom to your hotel in sophisticated style.

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes finding the right car important. If you’re planning an amazing road trip around East Jordan, a roomy SUV could be your perfect match. If you want a fantastic bargain and plan on staying mostly in the city, a versatile compact is hard to beat. All you need to do is work out what’s going to be the best fit, pack up the car, and rack up those miles.

Before you settle into the driver’s seat in East Jordan, read up on the local rules and regulations. From which side of the road to drive on to parking restrictions, here’s the lowdown:

You’ll have to stick to the right while driving in East Jordan. Also, take a little extra care if it’s your first time on the road here. Once you have a feel for how the locals drive, you can relax and enjoy the new scenery!

No, you shouldn’t have any difficulties finding a parking space in East Jordan. With loads of places to leave your rental car, exploring the best of this destination is easy.

As with most places, the roads are generally busy in the early and late rush hours. However, thanks to its smaller population of about 2,400, traffic gridlock isn’t a big problem in East Jordan.

Yes. In East Jordan, speed limits range from 25mph to 70mph. Most built-up areas have a maximum speed limit of 25mph unless indicated otherwise.

Normally your chosen rental car company will bill the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges. Alternatively, they may supply your contact details to local authorities, who’ll then issue a fine directly to you.

You’re allowed to use a cell phone when operating a vehicle in East Jordan. However, we recommend waiting until you get to your destination, or pulling over in a safe spot, before taking that call.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while operating a vehicle in East Jordan is 0.08%. If you’re planning on partying, leave your wheels behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

Yes, drivers may turn on a red light in East Jordan. But first you have to completely stop the vehicle. Move on only when the lane you are turning into is clear of oncoming traffic.

Yes. However, there are a couple of exceptions for certain vehicles used by public transportation networks.