Holiday Festivities for Your Winter Trip to Big Sky

You truly haven’t lived until you’ve experienced Big Sky, Montana. If you’re considering a trip over the holidays, there are plenty of events to keep you busy during your stay. Treat yourself to holiday festivities when you’re done with all the physical activities, taking in the sites, and going shopping. Rent your car with Journey Rent-A-Car, then head over to experience any of these events during your winter trip to Big Sky.

Beat the Rush: Plan Your Ski Trip to Big Sky Resort

Big Sky Resort is a traveler’s dream come true. Montana has some of the most beautiful landscapes in the entire U.S., and the resort is no exception. If you’re planning a ski trip to Big Sky Resort this winter, we encourage you to make travel arrangements now. Journey Rent-A-Car can help get you there, and we also suggest checking out some of the activities in the area during your stay, in addition to hitting the slopes.

Brighter Days Lie Ahead: Plan a Post-Pandemic Trip to Yellowstone

Recently, many national and state parks have closed their gates in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. In light of this, now is the perfect time to plan your future trip to Yellowstone National Park. Brighter days lie ahead, and Yellowstone is going to need our support. As you plan your trip, be sure to reserve a car rental from Journey Rent-A-Car in Bozeman. We have a fleet of well-maintained SUV rentals that will safely transport you into the depths of Yellowstone National Park. 

9 Winter Driving Tips for a Safe Holiday in Montana

The holidays are approaching quickly! You’ve booked your flights and accommodations, confirmed your SUV rental, and you’ve started planning your mountain adventures in Bozeman, MT, and the surrounding area. The team at Journey Rent-A-Car would like to share some important winter driving tips to keep you safe and help you make the most of your winter holiday.

Top 3 Ways to Plan the Perfect Getaway

If you’ve chosen Bozeman, MT, for your next great adventure, you’re well on your way to planning the perfect vacation. However, at Journey Rent-A-Car, we also know that getaways don’t just happen by magic. They take some preparation to make sure you enjoy yourself from beginning to end. To help you get ready, consider these top travel tips.

Celebrate the Beginning of Spring

Spring, aka Winter, but with More DaylightMontana has never paid much attention to the calendar when it comes to seasons. Sure, March 20th may signal the official start of spring, but in Montana, March is still solidly in winter territory.The odd 50-degree day taunts those of us craving warmer temps and longer days, but fun runs, green beer, spring fishing, and skiing ease the seasonal transition to prepare Montanans for our short, activity-packed summers. Earn your CarbsBozeman’s Run to the Pub 10K and Half Marathon occur on March 11th. Runners who brave the weather and cross the finish line are entered to win one of four trips to Dublin, Ireland. Winners are then registered for the Dublin Marathon.Sláinte!For St Patrick’s Day, travel over Homestake Pass to Butte, America. By 1900, Butte had a higher percentage of Irish and Irish descendants than any other American city. Today, Butte’s holds the largest St. Patrick’s Day … Continued

Top 3 Spring Break Destinations near Bozeman, MT

You’re beginning to pull out the ol’ map and consider where you might want to go on spring break this year. You’ve done Southern California. Colorado has been crossed off the list. Portland, Oregon? Yep. Been there too. If you’re feeling a little stuck, why not check out these top destinations in Montana, courtesy of our crew at Journey Rent-A-Car.

Chairlifts are for Sissies: Cross-Country Skiing in Bozeman & Big Sky

Cross-country skiing: A workout with a viewWidely credited to the Scandinavians, skiing was originally utilitarian—that is, not something you did on your holiday, but rather, how you huffed and puffed your way to and from Aksel’s house through the cold, dark winter.From the Old Norse skíth, the word “ski” means “stick of wood, snowshoe.” While those old sticks of wood have evolved into high-tech recreational fun, there is still no better way to transport yourself through wild, wintry wonderlands than on cross-country skis. And the Bozeman area is a world-class Nordic destination chock-full of beautiful landscapes.There are many options for cross-country skiers, but which is right for you? My answer is “it depends.” While each suggestion accommodates classic and skate skiers, I’d say that your decision depends on your wallet, preferred drive time, scenery, and what you want to eat or drink on the way home. (Remember, it’s your own locomotion … Continued

New Year’s Resolutions, Montana Style

Happy New Year! Is it time to leave the twice-baked potatoes and Christmas cookies behind and dust off the blender for some tasty smoothie action? While New Year’s resolutions tend toward the dietary, there are better, more adventurous options out there, especially here in Montana. So tweak the stale, classic resolutions in favor of more rewarding experiences. I’ll bet your success and satisfaction rates will skyrocket. RELAX MORE Photo from Bozeman Hot Springs If, after trying any of the following options, you still need help relaxing, you can take a yoga class, learn to meditate, or just hit up a local hot springs. EXERCISE You don’t have to grunt at the gym to get your heart racing. The list is long on fun mountain alternatives: go downhill or cross-country skiing, hiking or snowshoeing, fat biking, or sledding. (Carry your kids up and down the sled hill a few times and … Continued