Renting a car in the Caribbean can be a great way to see parts of an island you wouldnt see otherwise. It can also be a recipe for disaster if youre not comfortable driving on the left side of the road or navigating areas with no street signs. Kahn reports that Aruba and St. Thomas are easy to drive in, Barbados is quite difficult, and Bermuda doesnt allow cars at all. If youre considering renting a car, just be sure to find out in advance what side of the road people drive on and whether the roads and driving style on the island are tourist-friendly.
You may also be tempted to rent a motorcycle or moped. Unless youre an experienced biker, both Downing and Kahn advise against renting motorcycles because of the dangers involved.