Aloha all-
I am planning a week of exploring the Pedernales peninsula and was hoping for any feedback on the wisdom and feasibility of what we would like to do- and most importantly, concerns possibly being overlooked!
We are 4 late-20's gringos with basic spanish and extensive travel experience, albeit first-timers to the DR. Was thinking of renting an SUV in Santo Domingo for this, but see so much advice against driving at all. Warnings are good, but I find it hard to imagine it being THAT bad for an experienced driver- at least during the day.
We want a day to circle Enriquillo, a day exploring the Pelempito mountain environs, an overnight camping trip at Bahia de Las Aguilas, and a few days hopping around the coastal towns without any solid itenerary.
I guess my main concerns are reports of hurricane damage, possible safety issues in the region (break-ins or worse), or that the anti-driving reports really are as dangerous as some people have posted.
I'm not opposed to going for public transit, it just seems like what we want to do will be alot more difficult and expensive that way! Much thanks in advance for your comments.
Mahalo,
-Kevin
I am planning a week of exploring the Pedernales peninsula and was hoping for any feedback on the wisdom and feasibility of what we would like to do- and most importantly, concerns possibly being overlooked!
We are 4 late-20's gringos with basic spanish and extensive travel experience, albeit first-timers to the DR. Was thinking of renting an SUV in Santo Domingo for this, but see so much advice against driving at all. Warnings are good, but I find it hard to imagine it being THAT bad for an experienced driver- at least during the day.
We want a day to circle Enriquillo, a day exploring the Pelempito mountain environs, an overnight camping trip at Bahia de Las Aguilas, and a few days hopping around the coastal towns without any solid itenerary.
I guess my main concerns are reports of hurricane damage, possible safety issues in the region (break-ins or worse), or that the anti-driving reports really are as dangerous as some people have posted.
I'm not opposed to going for public transit, it just seems like what we want to do will be alot more difficult and expensive that way! Much thanks in advance for your comments.
Mahalo,
-Kevin