Do Rental Cars Have Car Seats?
Traveling with children requires extra planning, especially when it comes to car safety. Children under a certain age and weight need to be in a child’s car seat by law, and while you might have your own trusty car seat at home, lugging it around on a trip isn't always ideal. The good news is that many car rental companies offer car seat rentals as a convenient option for traveling families on the go.
Are Car Seats Available in Rental Cars?
Traveling with young children and all the gear that comes with them can be overwhelming. Hauling a bulky car seat or even a booster seat through an airport or in and out of cars, trains or buses is a lot of work. Car seats are big and clunky and don’t travel well, plus you run the risk of damage if you check them, or worse if they don’t show up at the baggage claim. Especially if you’re flying to your destination and renting a car, including a car seat in your rental offers a one-stop, hassle free approach.
- Convenience: Skip the hassle of packing and unpacking your car seat. Renting allows you to pick up a seat directly at the rental car agency.
- Variety of Options: Rental companies typically offer a variety of car seat types, from infant seats to booster seats, catering to children of all ages.
- Peace of Mind: Rented car seats are well-maintained and meet all safety regulations which ensures your child has a safe and secure ride.
To ensure the safety and comfort of passengers of all ages, many car rental companies provide the option to rent child car seats in addition to the vehicle, but not all do, so be sure to ask while you’re booking your reservation. Additionally, you should provide information about the child's age and size so you can reserve the correct type of car seat.
Things to Consider When Renting a Car Seat
Not all rental car locations stock car seats, so be sure to reserve one in advance, especially during peak travel times. You’ll also need to indicate the age and weight of your child when making the reservation so the rental company can provide the right type of car seat for your child's needs. Some rental companies may offer car seat installation assistance, but be prepared to handle the installation yourself since the personnel at car rental agencies aren’t necessarily baby gear experts.
Alternatively, baby gear rental services can be a convenient and budget-friendly solution for traveling parents and caregivers. Renting baby equipment at your destination allows you to pack lighter and avoid the hassle of bringing bulky gear on your trip. Rental services offer a wide range of gear including cribs, car seats, strollers, high chairs, etc. If you’re planning a long stay or traveling far from home and need more than a car seat, this option might be a game changer.
Bringing your own car seat is probably the most cost-effective option, especially for frequent travelers, but it does add to your luggage bulk. Car rental companies are required to provide car seats that comply with local and state car seat safety laws, so if you’re traveling from international locations or places with differing laws, you can rest assured that you’ll be getting what’s required in the area you’re traveling to, but ultimately you’ll need to decide whether to rent or bring your own car seats.
If you’re planning a trip to Barbados, we have the perfect rental car for you whether you need an SUV, van or sedan! And, your vehicle will be conveniently delivered to your door no matter where you are on the island. Reserve your rental here and don’t hesitate to call us at 246.228.4646 or email hello@gocarsbb.com with questions.