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TIPS ON RENTING VEHICLES SUCH AS AUTOS AND BOATS IN ...

Posted: 23 Apr 2009 in the Renting property in Belize Categories

What to do before leaving the car rental in Belize?

Renting a vehicle used to be a dream come true in Belize for those long and fun road trips. But, the concept of renting a vehicle has evolved into many aspects. Renting a car isn't just for long trips anymore. Sometimes you may just feel the need to drive a convertible for that airy feeling. Or, you may need a van to accommodate friends, co-workers or family. Whatever your reason maybe........ Here are a few things from rentals.bz to consider that can help you to have the best vehicle rental experience possible.

• Go early to the rental company and do a walk around with keen observation. This allows you time to check for any scratches or dents or any other previous damages to your vehicle rental and bring it to the attention of your rental agent. Make sure you take pictures of any damages and keep them on file until you return your rental.
• While doing your walk around, be sure to check that there is enough air in your tires and ensure that there is a spare tire and a jack. Remembering to check on these will save you wasted time should you receive a blow out.
•  Last but not least, check under the hood. Be sure that there is engine coolant, windshield washer fluid and oil. Doing this will avoid any surprises along a lonely highway in the dead of night. Once you have made a note of any damages and your vehicle meets your needs and approval, you are ready to set out and enjoy your rental.

If you are chartering a boat in Belize, here's a thought.....

Boating on the beautiful sea, ocean, lagoons and rivers can be frequent for many but yet so few for others. Either way, you will need a boat and if you don't own one, then save yourself the expense of purchasing one by enjoying the pleasure of renting one. With choosing to rent a boat, you would not have to bother with loans, maintenance of the boat or even the insurance policy. Your only worry is about the time that you would need the boat for. For those people who occasionally indulge in boat rentals, you should ensure that you get full value for the boating experience.

• Make sure the time for which you have rented the boat is sufficient for a really enjoyable trip. Boat rentals offer various facilities and they are not all the same. Some offer better facilities than others. So if you are planning on using the boat rentals, you should bear this in mind and try and get the best ones available. Be sure to check all boat listings on rentals.bz before you make your final decision.
• To make your boat charter in Belize  fun and safe for you and your passengers, take extra precautions and detail checks to ensure that the boat you are renting is in proper condition. Before setting out to sea, be sure to check that there is a sufficient number of life jackets in proper working order. Be sure your that life jacket is the correct size for your passengers by checking the label for size information. To achieve the best performance, the jacket should fit snugly and buckles, zippers and snaps should be fastened.
• Another important item on your safety list is fire extinguishers. Be sure to check that there are enough fire extinguishers aboard. The amount of extinguishers depends on the size of the boat. You should never have to walk very far to put out a fire. Portable extinguishers should be mounted where they are readily accessible. The helm or the cockpit are good, convenient places to keep your fire extinguishers. There should be a minimum of at least two of each type of fire extinguishers; foam, carbon dioxide (CO2) and dry chemical. These are needed to put out any fires that may occur while on the waters. The extinguishers should have been recently checked and the date marked on the tag. The extinguisher should be weighed annually to verify that they are fully charged. Be sure to check the gauge to make sure the extinguishers are still charged. Check the seals to make sure they have not been tampered with. Replace cracked or broken hoses and keep nozzles free from obstruction.

Another precautions to look for in the  Boat Rental before sailing is to ensure that there is a properly equipped first aid kit on board. If there is an emergency or if someone gets hurt, this would come in very handy.

Another must is a tool kit with some basic items. The rental company may or may not supply you with a tool kit so you would have to carry your own, but it is definitely worth it.

• Finally coming to the most important items on your check list is your communication gadgets: radio, your GPS and your hand bearing compass. Your boat rental should have a working radio with the frequencies used posted in a visible location. This is so that should the need arises, you are able to call for "mayday" and get the necessary help. It would definitely not be a pleasant experience to be stranded in the middle of the water and have no way of calling for assistance. Another way of ensuring communication facilities is to carry your cell phone and if there is a problem with your rental's radio, you will be able to communicate with the necessary authorities when in cell range. Your Global Positioning System or GPS for short allows for an exact location to be digitally given to authorities should you find yourself facing some kind of danger on the sea. Your hand bearing compass may be an instrument of the past but it is still very important in the boating world. Should you face a situation where you've lost power and are unable to use your GPS, the compass is still able to function and give you the bearing you need to follow.

Having been armed with these safety tips, you are now ready to set out on the briny blue and enjoy your charted boat. Do not be afraid to check with more than one boat rental listed on rentals.bz to ensure that most of these safety tips are adhered to. Rentals.bz bids you happy times into Belize's  sunset on your charted boat to enjoy the wonderful waters!

TYPES OF RENTALS YOU CAN FIND ON RENTALS.BZ

Posted: 22 Apr 2009 in the New ListingsRenting property in Belize Categories

Rentals.bz is not just a property portal but it is a renting portal. That is to say that once something is available for rent in Belize, it can be found on rentals.bz. Listings on rentals.bz are broken down into three main categories: Real Estate Rentals; Vehicle Rentals and Tour Rentals. These categories are also further broken down into subcategories.

What is categorized as real estate?

Clicking on real estate gives you the option to choose any and all properties that are available for rent. On rentals.bz , you will not only find a house for rent but also any properties that can be rented. Property is not limited to vacation rentals, short accommodations, private residences, and commercial property. Properties on rentals.bz also refer to any and all goods that are owned! That is anything from a vacant lot to a patio table or a tuxedo. These fall under property because they are the physical property of the renter. So whether you are looking for an emergency replacement for the meeting's overhead projector, a conference room or you just need a house, then rentals.bz has it all.

What is categorized as vehicles on rentals.bz?

By selecting the vehicle rental category, a wide section of choices opens up. When we hear the word vehicle rental, many of us think only about renting a car or a truck and we forget to consider bicycles, motorcycles, golf carts and even tractors and cranes as vehicles for rent. Remember that a vehicle is a means of transportation or carriage. So for us at rentals.bz, if it has wheels or can move on water, air or land and is available for rent, you can list it under our "vehicles for rent" category. The next time you are planning that fishing trip with the buddies or are in the mood to go pedaling down scenic routes on a bike, click on rentals.bz. We market it all from boats to bikes to helicopters.

What is categorized as tours on rentals.bz?

Coming to a tour category on a rental site sometimes raises eyebrows. You think to yourselves, why do they have a tour category? Tours aren't rentals right! Wrong! It is a form of renting. While on a tour, we are renting the tour guide's time, knowledge and expertise. Your tour guide is offering his services for rent. Now tour guides and tour operators or a tour company can offer their tour packages to a wider audience. So the next time you are looking for rentals in Belize, think rentals.bz and take some time out to look at the tour packages available. It is the site that covers it all. Once it's for rent in Belize, it can be listed on rentals.bz.

WHY RENT IN BELIZE?

Posted: 13 Nov 2008 in the About Belize Categories

This is a question, many of you viewers must be asking when you come on this site.

Well the answer is quite simple... Many deals can be found when renting  property rentals in Belize. Once you decided to rent in Belize,  here's what  to look for.  Whether it is your first apartment or you are a seasoned renter, looking for rental property in Belize is always daunting. Some renters find what they assume is the perfect home, sign a lease only to find themselves back in the classifieds once again. Here are a few guidelines to keep in mind when browsing around for rental property in Belize.

Our first suggestion is to use a letting agent or to try searching online on rentals.bz
A property portal, such as rentals.bz is the best place to search for rental properties all over the country. There are many advantages of searching online for property to rent in Belize. First of all, it is convenient as you are able to search amongst properties all in one place. You are also able to search on your own time. Property sites give you greater choices. You are able search by price, number of bedrooms or by keywords. Although there is nothing better than seeing the property firsthand, these rental sites give you an idea of the renting price and what the property looks like by both photos and vivid descriptions. Some sites also give you access to floor plans or layouts, saving you time and energy.
Once you've selected your agent or rental site, you will then need to have a specific list of your needs and requirements. Your first consideration should be your budget. Work out exactly how much you are willing and able to pay per month for your rental in Belize. Set yourself a manageable budget and stick to it. Be firm and try not to be tempted into looking at properties in Belize beyond what you can comfortably afford. In addition to your cost, be sure to keep in mind that you'll need to budget other related expenses into your monthly budget such as utility bills as well as transportation costs.
The next major decision to be made is location, location, location. In Belize, there are plenty of factors to consider when thinking about the location of your rental. The location you choose should take in to consideration the distance if you commute to and from work. If you have children, accessibility to schools as well as recreational areas such as parks and playgrounds is important. When considering your location, a key factor to keep in mind is the crime rate in those particular neighborhoods. So whether choosing downtown or the suburbs, keep in mind your particular needs for your location.
Now that you have set your budget and thought about the ideal location, another key point to think about is what kind of rental you are looking for, that is to say, choosing between an apartment or a house. Keep in mind that the size of your rental in Belize will also affect the cost of renting per month or your lease. So the number of sq. feet will increase your total amount of your rental.
Finally security of the property is another factor in choosing your rental. Please ensure that your rental is not too isolated. Bear in mind that there should be adequate parking on your rental property. You would not like finding out that your car has to be parked on the curb because the lot is full, someone already parked in front of your rental or that someone has broken into your car yet again.
When it comes to renting property in Belize, there are numerous circumstances to consider. We've outlined just the major ones for you to keep in mind to make the search for your rental in Belize an enjoyable experience for you, the tenant. So if you choose to either point and click into a property portal or speak to a letting agent, it all comes back to having a clear and precise list of factors determining you choices. So make a list, stick to it and happy house hunting in Belize.