On the Ground

On the Ground

A taxi from the airport to most hotels takes about 20 minutes. It will cost about $17 to get to the hotels along Eagle Beach, $20 to the high-rise hotels on Palm Beach, and $10 to the hotels downtown. Buses are also an option for traveling around the island and are especially convenient if you are just popping into town from your hotel for a bit of shopping. The hourly bus schedules can be less convenient for getting to the beach, but the price is right, at $1.25 one way ($2.25 round-trip).

Renting a Car: If you want to explore the countryside at your leisure and try different beaches, then you should rent a car, but for just getting to and around town, taxis are preferable, and you can use tour companies to arrange your activities. If you rent a car, try to make reservations before arriving, and rent a four-wheel-drive vehicle if you plan to explore the island's natural sights. Some companies have minimum ages for renting a car.