The Croatian rent a car brand continues its expansion in the Caribbean, a region where it is already present in Jamaica, St. Maarten, and Turks and Caicos
Zagreb, January 13, 2025 – CARWIZ rent a car, the only Croatian rent-a-car franchise operating in more than 50 markets worldwide, continues its international expansion and further strengthens its presence in the Caribbean by opening two new locations—Curaçao and the Dominican Republic. With this step, CARWIZ confirms its long-term strategy of expanding into island and tourism-driven markets, where high-quality mobility is a key part of the overall travel experience.
By entering Curaçao, one of the most renowned Caribbean islands, CARWIZ reinforces its regional network in a market where rental services are an essential part of any stay. The local partner is Rent Car Curaçao Deals, a company specializing in reliable and flexible mobility solutions for leisure and business customers, with a strong focus on transparent pricing, a well-maintained fleet, and island-wide service availability. The branch is conveniently located near Willemstad International Airport, allowing customers to collect their vehicles promptly upon arrival.
At the same time, CARWIZ has also launched operations in the Dominican Republic, in cooperation with local partner Verynice Rent a Car. Operations are focused on Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), the country’s most important airport and one of the busiest tourist airports in the Caribbean. A high volume of international arrivals, strong tourism demand, and a significant share of long-stay visitors make Punta Cana an exceptionally attractive and strategically important location for further strengthening CARWIZ’s network and presence in the Caribbean region.
In addition to these new locations, CARWIZ is already present in Jamaica, St. Maarten, and Turks and Caicos, confirming its strong and continuous Caribbean footprint and the brand’s ability to combine global franchise experience with local expertise.
“The Caribbean is a region where renting a car is not an additional service, but a fundamental part of the tourist experience. Guests want freedom of movement, reliable vehicles, and clear, professional rental conditions. This is exactly why CARWIZ has been strategically expanding in this region for years. Curaçao and the Dominican Republic perfectly align with our philosophy – these are markets with strong tourism potential and partners who understand local specifics while operating according to international standards. Our presence across multiple Caribbean islands confirms the strength of our franchise model and our ability to successfully connect global know-how with local expertise,” said Krešimir Dobrilović, Founder and CEO of CARWIZ International.
With its expansion into Curaçao and the Dominican Republic, CARWIZ continues to build its position as a globally recognizable Croatian brand and further strengthens its network in one of the world’s most dynamic tourism markets.