Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Getting Around
AIR
nections between Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, twice daily flights to Fujairah and thrice-weekly
flights to Sir Bani Yas Island.
BUS & MINIBUS
A growing fleet of public buses makes inter-emirate travel increasingly convenient. A list
of the main bus companies follows. For specific route information, see the Getting There
& Away sections in this chapter.
Roads and Transport Authority
(RTA; toll-free 800 9090;
www.rta.ae
)
Based in Dubai, service to
Sharjah, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaima from several bus stations in Bur Dubai
and Deira.
Sharjah Transport Authority
( 7000 6 7000;
www.stc.gov.ae
)
Destinations include Dubai, Ajman,
Ras Al Khaimah, Masafi, Fujairah, Khor Fakkan, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain.
Abu Dhabi Department of Transportation
( toll-free 800 55555;
www.dot.abudhabi.ae
)
Service within the
emirate, eg to Al Ain, Mezaira'a (for the Liwa desert) and Jebel Dhanna (for Sir Bani Yas
Island).
CAR
Having your own wheels is a great way to see the UAE, allowing you to get off the major
highways and to stop as you please. Well-maintained multilane highways link the cities,
often lit along their entire length. For off-road driving, you need a 4WD. If you have a
breakdown call the
Arabian Automobile Association
(
800 4900;
www.aaauae.com
)
.
Hire
To hire a car, you'll need a credit card and a valid driver's licence. International drivers li-
cences are not usually compulsory, although it won't hurt to have one.
Daily rates start at about Dh175 for a small manual car such as a Toyota Yaris, includ-
ing comprehensive insurance and unlimited miles.
Expect surcharges for airport rentals, additional drivers, one-way hire and drivers under
25. Most companies have child and infant safety seats for a fee, but these must be re-
served well in advance.
Local agencies may be cheaper but the major international ones have the advantage of
larger fleets and better emergency backup.
