Turtle Beach car rental - the freedom to move
If you don't mind driving on the left, you may find a rental car ideal on Barbados. You'll need a temporary permit if you don't have an international driver's license. The rental agencies listed below can all issue this visitor's permit, or you can go to the police desk upon your arrival at the airport. You must have a license from home and pay a registration fee of BD$10 (US$5). The speed limit is 32kmph (20 mph) inside city limits, 72kmph (45 mph) elsewhere on the island. Due to frequent delays at airport counters, we suggest taking a taxi from the airport to your hotel, and then calling to have your rental car delivered. No taxes apply to car rentals on Barbados. None of the major U.S.-based car-rental agencies operates on Barbados, but a host of local companies rent vehicles. Except in the peak midwinter season, cars are usually readily available without prior reservations. Be forewarned that many local companies continue to draw serious complaints from readers, both for overcharging and for the poor conditions of their vehicles. Proceed very carefully with rentals on this island. Check the insurance and liability issues carefully when you rent. The island's most frequently recommended agency is National Car Rentals, Lower Carlton, St. James which offers a wide selection of Japanese cars (note that it's not affiliated with the U.S. chain of the same name). National is 16km (10 miles) north of Bridgetown, near the main highway (Hwy. 1); it delivers cars to almost any location on the island, and the driver who delivers it will carry the necessary forms for the Bajan driver's license. Other comparable companies include Sunny Isle Motors, Dayton, Worthing Main Road, Christ Church, and P&S Car Rentals, Pleasant View, Cave Hill, St. Michael (tel. 246/424-2052). One company conveniently close to hotels on the remote southeastern end of Barbados is Stoutes Car Rentals, Kirtons, St. Philip. Because it's closer to the airport than its competitors, it can theoretically deliver a car there within 10 minutes of a call placed when you arrive. |
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