The 4th of July means juicy watermelon, hamburgers on the grill, and colorful, booming fireworks, not to mention plenty of friends and fun. Traveling to a family member's house for the festivities? Score a great car rental deal to make the trip a breeze! Staying home and hosting a party yourself? You'll love these tips for a fun summer day, rain or shine.
Creative Party Food and Decor
Don't want to make an entire flag cake? Top cupcakes with red, white, and blue icing and arrange them in the shape of a flag instead. You can do the same thing with cake pops! Put red, white, and blue flowers (natural or artificially colored) into stainless steel buckets and glass mason jars for a rustic, themed display. And what's the 4th of July without S'mores? Set up a S'mores bar so guests can build their treats before heading to the fire pit.
Festive Food and Party Favors
Don't forget a few watermelons! Not only is this summertime fruit delicious in salads, on the grill, or just by itself, but it also doubles as a DIY project — carve words out and use the watermelons as signage. Send guests home with individual pie-in-a-jar treats as party favors. Make sure that your side salads, like macaroni salad and anything else made with mayo, stay inside where it's cold. Mayonnaise shouldn't be in the hot sun!
Getting Out of Town for the Fourth
Planning to get out of town for the 4th of July? Unwind, indulge in great BBQ, and watch fireworks away from home. Look into the most affordable rental cars available so that you can spend the money you saved on Independence Day sales! Remember, it's always better to rent from independently-owned agencies for the best deals.
If you're planning to watch fireworks, designate a driver ahead of time. The 4th of July is one of the busiest nights on the roads, so plan your route home in advance and stay alert.
Compare rates from independent agencies and enjoy the holiday without overspending.