Rental cars in Mandarin from $70

If your trip to Mandarin is all locked in but your travel itinerary is looking a bit empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.Create some new memories without having to travel far at Mandarin Park and Mandarin Museum. Don’t forget to bring your camera.

Mandarin is impressive, but you don’t have to spend your whole vacation there! Get out and experience the surrounding area. Mandarin is a terrific place to start. Only 0.1 miles away, getting there will be a cinch.

Throw a bucket in the trunk and go on an excursion to one of the area’s gorgeous coastal stretches for some beachcombing fun in the sun. See how many interesting seashells and treasures you can find strewn along the water’s edge before you hit the road back to Mandarin. Top beaches to jot down are:

• Huguenot Park (18 miles away).
• Northeast Florida Beaches (18 miles away).

If you’re here for primarily work-related purposes, you’ll likely be making your way to Prime F. Osborn Convention Center. It’s located 12 miles away.

A rental car allows you to travel from A to B with ease in Mandarin. If you’re traveling on a shoestring and eager to stretch your budget, a mini or a compact is an excellent option. These zippy cars are cheap to run and easy to park. If you’re traveling with the family, an SUV will give you plenty of space.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s a huge variety of both economy and high-end rental vehicles available in Mandarin. What you go for is largely dependent on your funds and the activities you’ve got planned. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer unparalleled comfort and class. If you’re splurging, why not go for an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a cushy medium-sized vehicle? On the other hand, if you just need a car to get you from A to B as efficiently as possible, you’re better off going with a budget compact vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

Motorists drive on the right-hand side of the road in Mandarin. Even though you may be comfortable with the traffic rules, it’s always smart to drive with a little extra care in new and unfamiliar destinations.

With Jacksonville having a modest population of approximately 868,000, peak-hour traffic isn’t a big problem in neighborhoods like Mandarin. As with most places, the roads are at their busiest during the work-time commute. Try to avoid those times for a smoother journey.

You’ll discover plenty of places to park your ride in Mandarin. Even in the busiest areas, there’s usually a spot right where you need it.

Like the wider Jacksonville area, the neighborhood of Mandarin has speed limits that range from 30mph to 70mph. In residential areas, you generally won’t be able to drive faster than 30mph.

Most of the time, your car rental company will bill the fined amount to your credit card, including local taxes and surcharges. Or they may forward your contact details to local authorities, who’ll then issue a fine straight to you.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts are mandatory in Jacksonville.

It’s legal to use a cell phone while cruising in your car around Mandarin. But we recommend that you err on the side of caution and avoid using your phone — your focus should be on the road.

In Mandarin, it is a punishable offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.08%. If you’re planning to have a drink or two with lunch or dinner, you’d be wise to leave your car at your hotel.

Yes you can. But before you turn, you must completely stop the vehicle and only move on if the lane is clear.