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Driving in Jamaica can be an extremely frustrating chore. You must constantly be on guard -- for enormous potholes, people, and animals darting out into the street, as well as aggressive drivers. With a one-lane road encircling the island, local drivers are quick to pass other cars -- and sometimes two cars will pass simultaneously (inspiring the "undertakers love overtakers" signs seen throughout the island). Gas stations are open daily but accept cash only. Gas costs roughly double the price found in the United States. Driving in Jamaica is on the left, British-style.

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Budget (876/979-0438 in Montego Bay; 876/924-8762 in Kingston). Hertz (876/952-4250 in Montego Bay; 876/924-8028 in Kingston). Island Car Rentals (876/952-7225 in Montego Bay; 876/924-8075 in Kingston). Jamaica Car Rental (876/952-5586 in Montego Bay).