$2 Car Rental Rio Abajo

After you've covered all the fabulous places in Rio Abajo, there's loads more to explore in the surrounding area. Collect the keys to a rental car, stow your bags in the trunk and get out there. We've come up with some road trips we think you'll love:

• Colon is roughly 35 miles from Rio Abajo. Well-known tourist attractions like Gatun Locks deserve a place on your must-see list here.
• Roughly 120 miles away, Santiago is also a favorite with travelers. Make time to get to Escuela Normal Juan Demostenes Arosemena while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love coming to this city.
• Head to Starfish Beach for a day out in nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just recharge your batteries in the fresh air. From Rio Abajo, it's around 200 miles away.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in Panama, then it's likely you'll need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country to be able to rent a car. You should also be aware that if an IDP is required, it won't be valid on its own. You'll have to show your current license your passport and other forms of documentation as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental matches the name on your license and passport. Some other things to note to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be at least 25 in most countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles available to rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before driving away. With rental cars, you usually can't cross country borders, drive onto ferries or on certain types of rugged terrain with a rental vehicle.