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Finally, you can buy collision insurance from Travel Guard ($9/day plus
a one-time $3 service fee covers you up to $35,000, $250 deductible, tel.
800-826-4919,
www.travelguard.com
)
.It'svalideverywhereinEuropeexcept
the Republic of Ireland, and some Italian car-rental companies refuse to honor
it. Note that various states differ on which products and policies are available
to their residents.
For more fine print about car-rental insurance, see
www.ricksteves.com/
Leasing
For trips of three weeks or more, consider leasing (which automatically in-
cludes zero-deductible collision and theft insurance). By technically buying
and then selling back the car, you save lots of money on tax and insurance.
Leasing provides you a brand-new car with unlimited mileage and a 24-hour
emergency assistance program. You can lease for as little as 21 days to as
long as six months. Car leases must be arranged from the US, and cars must
be picked up and dropped off outside Scandinavia. One of many companies
offering affordable lease packages is Europe by Car (US tel. 800-223-1516,
Except for the dangers posed by scenic distractions and moose crossings,
Scandinavia is a great place to drive. But never drink and drive—even one
drink can get a driver into serious trouble.
