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Terezín Concentration Camp), and most bus drivers are happy to
let you know when your stop is coming up.
Car Rental and Leasing
To rent a car in the Czech Republic, you must be at least 21 years
old with a valid license. Drivers 24 and younger may incur a young-
driver surcharge and some companies may not rent to those over
age 70. If you're considered too young or old, look into leasing,
which has less-stringent age restrictions (see “Leasing,” page 289).
Research car rentals before you go. Especially during the
summer, the best deals at Czech car-rental companies need to be
arranged 2-3 weeks ahead. Renting from a local Czech company (see
page 43) is as convenient as using Budget or Avis; most will bring the
car to your hotel. There are about a hundred car-rental companies in
Prague. Alimex Thrifty is a good bet (see page 43). Or do a Google
search from home, take your pick, and reserve by email.
Czechs are once again proud of their locally built Škoda cars
(since the 1920s, the Ford of Eastern Europe). Now owned by
Volkswagen, Škoda is the biggest post-communist success story
