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Frequently asked questions

Everything renters ask about booking, payments, delivery, and pickup.

Booking a rental

How do I book a golf cart, e-bike, scooter, or moped?

Search your destination city, pick your dates, and open a listing. Tap Request to book (or Instant book, when available) and complete checkout. You'll get a confirmation email with a CS-XXXXXX confirmation number.

How far in advance should I book?

Beach weeks in summer sell out 4–8 weeks ahead. Off-season you can often book same-day. If a listing shows a calendar with limited openings, book early.

Can I book without creating an account?

Yes. Guest checkout is supported for most listings, and you can look up your trip later at /lookup using your email and confirmation number.

How do I find my booking again?

Signed-in guests see every trip under Trips. Guest-checkout customers can visit /lookup and enter their email plus CS-XXXXXX confirmation number.

Delivery, pickup & check-in

Is delivery included?

Most hosts offer free delivery within their service area. Delivery windows and any fees are shown on the listing before you book.

How does check-in work?

Your host meets you at delivery or their pickup location, walks through the vehicle, and confirms condition with photos. You'll get a check-in receipt by email.

What if I'm late returning?

Contact your host as soon as possible through the trip messages. Late returns may incur an hourly fee shown on the listing.

Insurance, safety & requirements

Do I need my own insurance?

Yes. Cruise & Scoot does not provide insurance or damage coverage. Guests upload proof of their own valid auto insurance during verification, and hosts carry their own policies.

What license do I need?

Golf carts and mopeds: a valid driver's license (21+ typical). E-bikes and kick scooters: usually no license, 16+. Motorcycles: a valid M-endorsement, 25+ on most bikes. Each listing shows exact requirements.

Are the vehicles street legal?

Every listing displays a compliance chip based on the city's ordinances (LSV rules, speed limits, road access). If a vehicle isn't allowed on a specific road, we tell you before you book.

Are helmets provided?

Yes for e-bikes, scooters, mopeds, and motorcycles. Golf carts don't require helmets under most state LSV rules.

Payments, deposits & refunds

What payment methods do you accept?

All major credit and debit cards through our Stripe-powered checkout. Apple Pay and Google Pay are supported on compatible devices.

Do I pay in full at booking?

Most hosts offer a deposit-only option at checkout, with the balance charged before pickup. Some listings require full payment upfront — you'll see the choice on the payment screen.

What's the cancellation and refund policy?

Cancellations more than 7 days before your start date are fully refundable. Inside 7 days a partial refund applies, and inside 24 hours deposits are non-refundable. Full policy details show on every listing before you pay.

How do I request a refund?

Open the booking from Trips (or via /lookup) and tap Request refund. Your host reviews it against the policy and Cruise & Scoot processes the refund back to your original card.

Trips, changes & support

Can I change my dates after booking?

Message your host from the trip page. If the new dates are available and inside the change window, they can reschedule your trip at no fee.

What if the vehicle has a problem during my trip?

Message the host first — most issues are handled in minutes. If you can't reach them, contact Cruise & Scoot support and we'll step in.

How do I contact support?

Email support@cruisescoot.com or use the chat widget on any page. We answer 7 days a week during rental season.

Still need help?

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