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Dubai Transport services |
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Transports in Dubai
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Located on the northeastern coast of the UAE, Dubai is the
modern capital of the emirate of Dubai (one of the 7 of the
country) and the world’s fastest growing city
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Getting Around by Taxi |
Local taxi services are the most common way of transport for
visitors in Dubai, and habitually the most convenient. Most
companies offer metered taxis with a pickup fee.
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Getting Around by Car |
Getting a driving permit in Dubai is not difficult. The
International Driving Permit is valid in the UAE. Tourists can
get a temporary local driving permit.
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Getting Around by Bus |
Dubai has a large public transport system that operates more
than 60 fixed routes within the city’s districts and moves
roughly 90 million people each year.
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Getting Around by Boat |
An easier form of crossing Dubai Creek is by abras, which are
traditional water-taxis with small motors affixed. Abra stations
are situated along the creek.
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Dubai Metro |
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The first section will be partially operational by late 2009 and
completely operational by 2012 becoming one of the most
sophisticated rail networks in the world. |
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