Private transfer or taxi? What makes sense at POP

A taxi from Puerto Plata airport is easy to find but the price is negotiated at the door, varies by driver and rises when the queue is long. Vehicles are not always air conditioned and child seats are rare. A private transfer is booked in advance, so the price is fixed, the vehicle is chosen for the size of your group and the driver monitors your flight. If you land late, the driver waits. For couples travelling light to Playa Dorada, the difference is small. For families, groups, anyone with a lot of luggage or anyone going further along the coast to Cabarete, Río San Juan or Luperón, a private transfer is usually both cheaper and calmer. Whichever you choose, confirm three things before you travel: the total price, the currency and whether the vehicle has air conditioning and space for your bags.