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Getting Around - Internal Travel |
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Air
Daily flights link Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Flights can be chartered
and there are landing fields throughout the United Arab Emirates.
Sea
Passenger and commercial serve all coastal ports. A water taxi crosses
the creek between Dubai and Deira.
Road
There are good roads along the west coast between Abu Dhabi and
Dubai, Sharjah and Ras al Khaimah; between Sharjah and Dhaid; and
linking Dubai with other Northern States and the interior. Traffic
drives on the right. The speed limit in built-up areas is 60kph
or 38mph and 80 to 100kph or 50 to 63mph elsewhere.
Bus:
Services link most towns but is limited. Most hotels run their own
bus services to the airport, city center and beach resorts.
Taxi: Available in all cities. In Abu Dhabi and Al-Ain,
urban journey fares are metered. Fares for longer journeys should
be agreed to in advance. There is a small surcharge for air-conditioned
taxis. Most visitors find taxis to be the quickest and most convenient
method of travel from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
Car hire:
International car hire companies are based at the airports or hotels.
A passport and either a valid international or national license
are required.
Documentation: An International Driving
Permit is advisable although it is not legally required. A local
driving license can be issued if you hold a valid national driving
license. Two photos and a passport are required to issue the license.
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