We seem to have things in common. I drove in the US before too.
That was like 10 yrs ago. I hired a white Chrysler coupe for a
week, and drove around Arizona, and even ventured into Mexico
before rushing out because that country looks scary dangerous.
I have also rented a car and driven in Australia too.
All these things were done way way before I even got a TDVL, and
before I was even married.
Been to Australia (with RSAF) too, but always Senior get to
drive. That time new bird. LL