Discovering Staten Island will be a breeze once you’ve organized your rental car. But before you arrive in a new and unfamiliar place, it’s always handy to have a little basic info about the area.You’ll come across a new world of customs and traditions on your travels through United States of America, Staten Island is certainly no exception.The island is home to about 468,700 people. Make sure you get out and make friends with some of them. After all, nothing tops a little local knowledge when you’re searching for that perfect hidden beach.