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Discover Australia with RaD Car Hire
Welcome to the RaD Car Hire Travel Hub — your go-to resource for exploring Queensland, Australia. Whether you're planning a city break in Brisbane, seeking insider tips for your next Gold Coast adventure, or looking for destination guides to Queensland's most popular spots, we’ve got you covered. Browse our travel blogs, expert advice, and handy guides to make the most of your journey, wherever the road takes you.
Travel Tips
Useful Information about Driving in Australia
Self-driving holidays are one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy Australia’s landscape. Travelling between towns and cities with a Rad Rentals car hire allows you to thoroughly explore Australia’s scenic rural areas, and gives you the flexibility to
Budgeting Tips for your Aussie Road Trip
If you are planning on travelling around Australia on a shoestring, this blog is for you! Hiring a car and hitting the road is a great way to see the sights on your own terms. Here are a few pointers from the team at RaD Car Hire Australia to keep co
Keys to Ensuring a Better Car Rental Experience
Being able to rent a car easily and affordably through Rad Car Hire Australia can give you so much freedom on your holiday. It means no waiting for uncomfortable buses and no aimless walking around – you just get straight into that car hire and hit t
Travel Blog
Burleigh to Coolangatta: Gold Coast Coastal & Surf Drive
The Burleigh Heads to Coolangatta drive follows the Gold Coast Highway south for about 15 km, from the Goodwin Terrace end of Burleigh Head National Park to Point Danger on the Queensland and New South Wales border. Learn more
Sunshine Coast Hinterland Food & Wine Trail by Car: Maleny, Montville & Mapleton
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland food trail is a loop of a little over 100 km from Sunshine Coast Airport, with under two hours of actual driving. You'll need a designated driver, a cooler bag and an empty boot. Learn more
Lakes Near Brisbane: A Scenic Drive to Enoggera Reservoir & Lake Samsonvale
Two of the best lakes near Brisbane can be combined into one easy day trip by car. Enoggera Reservoir and Lake Samsonvale are both located within a short drive of the CBD and Airport and a rental car from RaD makes them the perfect day trip.
Driving to the Gold Coast Theme Parks: Routes, Parking & Family Car Hire Tips
The Gold Coast has one of the best clusters of theme parks anywhere in the country, and most of them are only a few minutes apart along the M1. Learn more about the parks and how to make the most of a self-drive trip to Queensland.
Packing for a Queensland Road Trip: Luggage, Child Seats & Gear
Planning a Queensland road trip? Avoid boot-space stress at pick-up! From boot capacities for hatchbacks, SUVs, and minivans to child seat laws and local gear tips, check our guide from the RaD Car Hire team to pack smart for your trip.
Travel Guides
Things to do on the Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast is one of those places where a few local tips can completely change your trip – from sleepy coastal villages and rainforest lookouts to tiny bakeries and markets you could easily miss if you stick to the main highway.
Things to do in Brisbane
Brisbane is one of those cities that really comes to life once you get a few local tips. The RaD Brisbane Airport team loves helping visitors discover those “oh wow, I’m glad we didn’t miss this” moments.
Things to do on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is one of those destinations that reveals its best secrets once you get away from the high-rise strip & follow a few local tips. The RaD Gold Coast Airport team loves sharing those “hidden gem” spots making visitors feel like insider