In Dubai, it announced the launch of four new water taxi routes for residents and guests of the emirate. Vehicles will depart and arrive at Jumeirah Open Beach Station. The total travel time of each of them will take an hour and a half.
“The introduction of new routes reflects our vision of improving the public transport system, on the one hand, and the development of a mass transit system for tourists, on the other. It is also the result of our efforts to create a convenient transport network, providing residents and visitors with reliable and comfortable means of transportation” “said Isa Al Dusari, Executive Director of the Dubai Roads and Transport Committee (RTA).
“We, at the agency, are interested in opening new sea transit lines and attracting more tourists for their use, as well as increasing the role of water transportation in the city transport system. New routes will open up beautiful views of the emirate for our guests. A taxi can accommodate up to 10 people. but it can start moving with 4 passengers on board. The cost of the trip will be 150 dirhams (US $ 41) per person, "he added.
Water taxis will leave for the route in the mornings at 08:00 and at 09:30, the other two at 17:00 and 18:30. From the side you can admire the magnificent beaches of Dubai, famous tourist attractions - the iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel and the Burj Khalifa Skyscraper, as well as a panorama of the city's business center. Another itinerary includes a boat trip to Atlantis Hotel, The Palm and the famous The World Archipelago.
