You shouldn’t spend all your time in New Point when there’s a great big world out there to discover! Just 22 miles away, Newport News will keep you busy with interesting sights like Virginia Living Museum. Mariner’s Museum is also a popular attraction.

If you love feeling the sea breeze in your hair and the sight of seabirds swooping high up above, jump in the car and spend an afternoon meandering along the water’s edge at Cape Charles Beach. You’ll find this stunning stretch 16 miles from New Point.

Below we’ve listed our top tips and tricks to help you save more money:

• Research as many different cheap car rental companies as you can (we make that chore a breeze!)
• Set up an email Price Drop Alert for your upcoming vacation destination. You never know what great deals will make a detour to your inbox
• Check the deals at all rental locations in town, including the airport and its surrounds. A quick cab journey to a nearby rental car office may mean significant savings
• You can sometimes save yourself some dollars if your vacation plans are flexible. Look at different days and dates and see what savings can be made
• So you don’t end up paying late fees or for a whole extra day, aim to keep your pickup and drop-off times the same
• Keep more hard-earned dollars in your pocket. You’ll grab some of the best deals when you prepay your rental car
• Last but not least, lock in your favorite vehicle as soon as possible to bag yourself a load of savings!

Get set for an epic adventure in New Point. Which car you choose depends on what kind of vacation you have in mind. If you’re traveling by yourself, why not choose a compact or a mini? They’re economical to run and a breeze to park. If you’re traveling with a few friends, consider an intermediate or a standard car. They offer more room to move and space for everyone’s suitcases.

There’s loads of choice when it comes to rental cars in New Point. From sporty models with all the mod cons to easy-to-park compacts, you’ll find it all here. Selecting your perfect match of course depends on your budget and what you intend to do. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas others don’t need more than four wheels and a gas pedal. Which car will you be sliding behind the wheel of this trip?

There’s quite a bit more to road-tripping around New Point than just buckling up in the driver’s seat and cranking the engine. Get the lowdown on a few of the most important traffic laws here:

You’ll be motoring along the right side of the road in New Point. Even though it may seem similar to home, it’s a good idea to drive more cautiously on roads you’re not familiar with.

It’s relatively easy to find somewhere to park in New Point, though it can be hard to secure a spot in the busiest areas. Booking a hotel that provides guests with on-site parking is a wise idea.

Most residential areas in New Point have a 25mph speed limit. Outside these built-up areas, the speed limits usually range between 20mph and 70mph.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your rental car company may charge the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the most common approach. Otherwise, it may provide your contact details to local law enforcement agencies so the fine is sent directly to you.

As long as you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, it’s legal to use your phone while cruising around New Point. But make sure you keep concentrating on the road.

In New Point, it is illegal to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) higher than 0.08%. If you’re going to have a few drinks with dinner, you’d be wise to leave your rental car at your hotel.

Yes, you are allowed to turn on a red light in New Point. But first you have to completely stop the car. Continue only when your way is clear of oncoming traffic.

They sure are. Although, there are a couple of exceptions for vehicles run by public transportation systems.