$36 Car Rental Parque del Este

There's loads to do in Parque del Este, but venture farther afield and you'll find more sightseeing magic. Pick up a set of wheels and you can meander around the greater area at your leisure. Add these fantastic places to your travel plan:

• Make tracks to Puerto Plata for a fantastic sightseeing experience. About 110 miles from Parque del Este, it has loads of cool attractions such as Playa Dorada.
• Situated 100 miles away, Punta Cana is also popular with travelers. Set aside time to experience Bavaro Beach while you're in town. It's one of the reasons people love coming to this vibrant city.
• Make your way to Las Aguilas Bay to feel grounded in nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just chill out in the fresh air. From Parque del Este, it's around 120 miles away.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in Dominican Republic, then it's likely you'll need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country to be allowed to rent a car. Also consider that if an IDP is required, it has no validity on its own. You'll need to show your current driver's license your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be at least 25 in most places to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the fine print before driving away. With rental cars, you usually can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with your rental car.