Public transport on the larger
Caribbean islands is generally cheap,
though not wholly reliable in many
cases. Most tourists tend to travel
in taxis or rental cars - often a
hair-raising experience given the
erratic nature of Caribbean driving,
but worth it for the independence
granted. Those unprepared to risk
the roads themselves might consider
taking the bus - bus routes usually
cover all main destinations on most
islands, and many minor ones besides,
and are much used by the locals. Be
aware, though, that many bus drivers
don't adhere to a timetable and will
leave only when the bus is full. For
island-specific details, see
individual sections
Buses and taxis
Buses tend to operate a frequent, if
erratic, service between 6am and 8pm on the more populated islands of the
Caribbean, stretching to 10pm or
even midnight in more developed
locales. There is often limited or
no service on a Sunday. The buses...
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Car rental
Car rental is straightforward on
most Caribbean islands, with major
companies operating on many and
local outfits offering stiff
competition in terms of price. On
many of the islands you will need to
buy a local, temporary driving
permit, usually...
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Inter-island transport
One of the joys of Caribbean travel
is the ease with which travellers
can journey between islands, taking
in two or three different cultures
in one trip. Most islands are well
connected by local and international
airlines, although some - Cuba,
for...
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