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Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic car rental

The Caribbean is a gorgeous place to go for a holiday and many Canadians have started to go to the Dominican Republic. It’s a stunning country filled with rainforests, beautiful beaches and direct flights are available from major Canadian cities.

Compare car rental before you leave as it is popular so it’s best to secure a rental car as early as you can. The roads are bumpy so a larger vehicle such as an SUV might be better to cope with the rough terrain. As the country has many places to visit, having car rental can help you get from Santo Domingo to Monte Cristi in just a matter of hours.

Best attractions

From Playa Bonita, the country’s prettiest beach, to the stunning rainforests inland, there is something for every Canadian traveler. At the coast, expect snorkeling, sport fishing and scuba diving tours to be available from almost all major tourist resorts.

The luxury hotels in Santo Domingo are for the well-heeled clientele and feature top restaurants, beautiful swimming pools and an array of cottages and world-class apartments. For most travelers, heading to the Bay of Samana is a must-do thing, as the beaches are some of the world’s best. To make the most of a journey to the Dominican Republic, using car rental can help you get around quickly and safely to some of the more private beaches, which allow you to have your own little oasis.

Best time to go

Being in hurricane alley, it’s not recommended to go to the Dominican Republic between June and October. The rest of the year sees hot temperatures of around 30 degrees Celsius and little rain unless you venture inland to the national parks, with less humidity at the coast. Sea breezes are welcome, although not as welcome as the ice-cold air conditioning in a hire car!