RTA announces free parking in Dubai from Tuesday
There are changes to public transport timings to take note of too…
Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that there will be free parking in Dubai over the Eid Al Fitr holidays. The free parking in Dubai is valid from Ramadan 29 (Tuesday May 11) to Shawal 3, and does not apply to multi-storey parking.
Parking fees will resume on Shawal 4, which is likely to fall on Saturday May 15 or Sunday May 16.
RTA has also announced revised timings for public buses, metro, tram and marine transport timetables. Customer Happiness Centres will be closed from May 11 to Shawal 3, with services resuming on Shawal 4.
Dubai: If one thing good came out of all the travel restrictions due to the global pandemic, it was that nature got a breather. From ducks strolling on the streets of Paris to penguins waddling through Cape Town, we saw some beautiful sights. Want to continue that good work? Keep your carbon footprint to a minimum.
We’ve got you covered on that front. This is how you can plan the greenest trip to Expo 2020 Dubai – a world expo aiming to become the most sustainable exposition in history.
Using public transport to get to Expo
A sure-fire way of reducing carbon emissions is to make use of Dubai s public transport options.
Did you know? Numbeo Quality of Life lists the city of Dubai as ‘very high’ in terms of Safety Index, with a value of 83.56, making it one of the safest cities in the world.
On that note, if you are in town for Expo 2020 and are looking for an easy, women-only option to get around, the emirate of Dubai has you covered. Here are some of the best women-only travel options that you can use to get to the Expo 2020 venue:
Dubai Metro
A special compartment dedicated to women and children is available if you are commuting via the Dubai Metro. It is maintained neatly with two points of entry and exit. The women’s compartment is located at the tail end of the train.
Dubai: Planning a trip to the Expo 2020 all on your own does not have to be daunting. With a quick swipe of your fingers, you can chart out your journey thanks to smartphone apps. Here s a look at some common options available in the UAE and how to use them to get an easy ride to the expo site.
S’hail
What does it do?
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) combines all of its navigation services in an all-you-need smartphone app.
What it includes: Dubai Metro, Dubai Tram, RTA taxis and buses.
How can it help me?
S’hail’s main features are journey planning and booking Uber or taxi services.