Bet the first thing that comes to mind is Kentucky Fried Chicken, but Kentucky is more than its legendary food. A lively and exciting state that hosts the world famous Kentucky Derby, this place is home to people like Abraham Lincoln, Muhammad Ali and several stunning natural wonders. Upon landing at a Kentucky airport, pick up your car rentaland drive off to an unforgettable, adventure-filled vacation.
Start the engines of your car rental and head to Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave National Park for the world’s longest cave system. Boasting an impressive 400 miles of walkways for visitors, the rock formations form a labyrinth that is sure to pique your interest. Get active as you take in the fresh air while hiking and canoeing along the picturesque Green River. This is the national park for those who love the great-outdoors.
Visit Lake Cumberland for skiing and fishing, or just lay back to enjoy the serene nature around this beautiful water body. Visitors can also end off their evenings with a stunning view of the sun setting in the horizon; accompanied by a medley of orange and yellow clouds in the sky. Boasting calm, blue waters and a resort park with accommodation, visitors should drive their car rental to this Kentucky escapade to enjoy a rejuvenating staycation.
If visitors are in time for the Kentucky State Fair, it is highly recommended that they drive their Kentucky car hire down for an afternoon of entertainment, gourmet food, shopping and thrill rides that would be popular among the young. Fret not if you can’t make it for the state fair, there are festivals all over the state waiting to be enjoyed in Louisville, Lexington and Bowling Green. There’s always something for everyone in this bustling Bluegrass region.
Pop by in your Kentucky car rental to the Harland Sanders Café and Museum in Corbin for Colonel’s well-known fried chicken that is deliciously marinated with a winning spice and herb blend, and a history lesson. This is where the world-renown fried chicken originated. Other than the restaurant, visitors can learn more about Colonel and his life when you see his white suit, bedroom as well as other artefacts that are featured in the museum. Approximately a half mile detour off the U.S. 25E route, look out for a highway sign that directs you to this destination.
Coal was first discovered in Kentucky in 1750 by Thomas Walker and his discovery put the state on the map for coal mining. Visit the Tri-Cities area of Cumberland, Benham and Lynch. A museum in Benham has photos and artefacts that would take visitors back in time to the early decades of the 20th century and Lynch has a coal mine exhibition known as Portal 31 that should not be missed. Drive your car rental down to Kentucky’s Amish and Mennonite communities for an eye-opening cultural experience. Kentucky is truly fascinating in many ways.
At the end of your vacation, return your Hertz car rental at a Kentucky airport or any other Hertz location. As a state with so much to offer, visitors are sure to come back for more. Kentucky awaits you!