Dominican Republic Guide
Getting Around
The Dominican Republic's bus companies provide an excellent, inexpensive service covering much of the country. Even more extensive and cheaper is the informal network of guaguas(pronounced gwa-gwa) – ranging from fairly decent minibuses to battered, overcrowded vans – that cover every inch of the DR; be prepared for some discomfort and little space for luggage. Taxis are another option for getting around the cities; by foreign standards they are relatively cheap.Car rental is common, but the cost is generally high. Domesticairlines are reasonably economical and can be a sensible option if you're not exploring much beyond the main centres. A number of tour operators in Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata and the all-inclusive resorts organize individual itineraries and packages with transport included.