Planning our first trip to Dominican Republic

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Having your own car means you set the pace and go where you want without being tied to anyone else's schedule. The spots that actually matter are usually off the main tourist routes anyway. Check out car rental options in the Dominican Republic here: https://getrentacar.com/en-US/dominican-republic . Compare what's available, make sure you know exactly what the insurance covers before signing anything. Book ahead and pick it up right when you arrive.