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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
The Local's Guide to the Samford Valley Drive & Scenic Hinterland Loop
What is the best route for a Samford Valley drive from Brisbane Airport? The quintessential Samford Valley drive begins at Brisbane Airport, heading west along Samford Road into the historic township of Samford Village (roughly 35 minutes away).
Rainforest to Reef: A 4-Day Sunshine Coast Self-Drive Itinerary
Start by flying into Sunshine Coast Airport, picking up your hire car, and heading inland to the Blackall Range for the first half of the trip before swinging back to the coast for the last two days.
Brisbane & Gold Coast Day Trips: Driving Lamington National Park
What is the best route for a Lamington National Park Rainforest Drive? The ultimate Lamington National Park drive starts from either Brisbane or the Gold Coast, heading through the historic town of Canungra.
The Perfect Brisbane Day Trip: A Complete Guide to the Mount Nebo & Mount Glorious Loop
What makes Mount Nebo Road Brisbane’s best drive? Mount Nebo Road is widely considered Brisbane’s best drive because it offers an immediate escape from the city into sub-tropical rainforests, sitting right on the edge of D'Aguilar National Park.
The Perfect Maleny & Gardners Falls Day Trip: Local Tips from the RaD Team
Trade the beach towel for the rainforest canopy and head inland for one of the Sunshine Coast’s best family escapes. While the coast gets plenty of attention, the real magic starts when you steer your rental car up into the Hinterland.
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