If you’ve crossed off all the major attractions in St James, you won’t want to hang up your comfy sightseeing shoes just yet. You’ll find iconic sights on your doorstep. New Orleans is only 50 miles away and home to Mercedes-Benz Superdome. It’s well worth paying a visit.

If you’re in town for a business conference, you’ll find Lamar Dixon Expo Center located 16 miles away. During one of your breaks, make your way to a nearby café to grab a few moments to yourself — networking and socializing can be quite exhausting.

Avoid spending an arm and a leg on a rental car by following our top tips:

• Use our convenient filter tool to steer you toward the hottest car deals in town — and then compare the prices
• Set an email Price Drop Alert for your next exciting vacation destination. You never know what terrific bargains will make a pit stop in your inbox
• Before you pick up your car keys and jump behind the wheel, check out both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off locations to ensure you’re scoring the best deal in town
• If you’re not worried about which day of the week you collect the keys to your car and your travel plans are flexible, experiment with days and dates to find the best prices
• Do what you can to keep your pickup time and your drop-off time as similar as possible. If you bring back your car later than you picked it up, you might be required to pay for a whole extra day
• Keep more cash in your bank account. You’ll get some of the best deals when you pay in advance for your rental vehicle
• And lastly, lock in your booking as soon as you possibly can to bag a load 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 adventure to St James, CarRentals.com has a fantastic range of vehicles to take your pick of. Heading to the city with your special someone? Make things even cozier by renting a mini or convertible. A pleasure to drive and a piece of cake to park, you’ll love sitting side by side in one of these little rides. An SUV is a great match for families with youngsters. There’s plenty of room for everyone and you can go where you want, whenever you want. If you’re on a business trip, a premium car will get you from meeting to conference in luxury and comfort.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes your car choice particularly important. If you’re planning an unforgettable road trip around St James, a roomy SUV could be your perfect match. If you’d like the best possible price and plan on sticking mostly to the city, a versatile compact is a clever pick. All you need to do is work out what will suit you best, round up the troops, and hit the highway.

Before you settle into the driver’s seat in St James, brush up on the local traffic rules and regulations. From speed limits to parking regulations, here’s the lowdown:

You’ll have to stick to the right when driving in St James. In addition to that, take a little extra care if it’s your first time behind the wheel here. Once you have a feel for how the locals drive, you can relax and enjoy the scenery!

You’ll discover no shortage of places to park the car in St James. Even right in the thick of things, you’re likely to score a spot just where you need it.

As the population of St James is only 830, you won’t have a lot of difficulty with traffic congestion. That said, major roads generally get busy in the rush hours before and after work, so you may want to avoid driving during these times.

Speed limits vary around St James, but typically range from 20mph to 75mph. Most residential areas have a maximum speed of 30mph unless marked otherwise.

Usually, your rental car company will bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact details to local authorities so they can issue a fine straight to you.

It’s not illegal in St James, but we don’t recommend it. For a safer ride, it’s always best to wait until you’ve reached your destination before calling or texting.

In St James, it’s a fineable offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.08%. If you plan to have a couple of glasses of wine with dinner, leave your car behind.

Road rules in St James allow drivers at a red light to turn into the lane nearer to them, without having to wait for it to turn green. Before turning, the car must stop completely and the driver must ensure the way is clear before moving on.

They are, so buckle up. However, there may be exceptions for vehicles operated by public transportation networks.