Welcome to our Transportation category — your essential guide to getting around while you travel. Whether you’re navigating ferries, flights, buses, cars, or local transit systems, these tips and insights help you move with confidence and ease from point A to point B.
From understanding island connections and ferry routes to planning airport transfers, rental vehicles, public transit, and other transportation options, this category breaks down practical advice and smart strategies to save time, reduce stress, and make your travel smoother wherever you go.
Updated August 2026: St. Thomas–Tortola ferry routes remain active, but schedules can change. For BVI entry, use only the official free ED-card portal at BVIEDCARD.GOV.VG; the BVI government has warned travelers about fraudulent websites charging for the card. Verify ferry times directly with operators before travel.
Updated August 2026: There is no direct passenger ferry from Martinique to Santo Domingo. Flying is normally the practical route. A Puerto Rico–Santo Domingo ferry can make sense only if Puerto Rico is already part of your itinerary, not as a simple Martinique connection.
Updated August 2026: Curaçao Tourism confirms there is no regular public ferry between Aruba and Curaçao. Travelers normally fly between the islands; verify current airline schedules before booking.
Updated August 2026: Curaçao Tourism confirms there is no regular public ferry between Curaçao and Bonaire. Travelers normally fly between the islands; private boat or charter options require separate arrangements and current customs/immigration checks.
Verified August 2026: L’Express des Îles operates Roseau–Pointe-à-Pitre ferry service. International passengers departing Roseau should plan to arrive about 2 hours before departure under current operator conditions. Schedules and fares vary, so verify live details before travel.
Updated August 2026: Bahamas ferry services and schedules can change by season and operator. Balearia Caribbean continues to serve Fort Lauderdale–Bimini and Fort Lauderdale–Grand Bahama routes; travelers should verify live departure times, check-in rules and passport requirements before travel.
Updated August 2026: Ferry service across St. Vincent and the Grenadines can vary by operator, day and season. Bequia Express serves routes including Bequia, Canouan, Mayreau and Union Island; always verify live schedules before travel.
Verified August 2026: Voyager operates passenger ferry service between Marigot, St. Martin and Gustavia, St. Barts. Schedules and fares vary by date, so check the live operator booking system. Americans and Canadians need at least a valid passport.
Verified August 2026: L’Express des Îles operates the Fort-de-France–Castries ferry. Current operator conditions call for about 1h15 early arrival at French ports and 2 hours at foreign ports. Verify live schedules and fares before travel.
Ferry details reviewed August 2026: Red Hook to Cruz Bay remains the main first-time route, with Charlotte Amalie service as a less-frequent alternative. Schedules, fares, luggage rules and car-barge service can change; verify live operator information before travel.