TRAM – aside from buses, this is Manchester’s more popular mode of public transportation (given the size of the city). Here is the Manchester tram map: https://tfgm.com/public-transport/tram/network-map For first-time visitors to Manchester, they can use the ticket machines located at each tram stop to purchase a ticket. One can also purchase System One Travelcards from […]
Free Bus — fortunately, for those visitors who only plan to use public transportation within the city center, Manchester now offers a free bus (formerly the Manchester Metroshuttle) that provides a free “hop on, hop off” service linking all of the main rail stations, shopping districts and business areas. Free Wi-Fi is also available on […]
Bus – Manchester has a complicated network of local bus services (from Arriva, to Bakerbus, JPT, Maytree, Network Warrington, to Rossendalebus) that each have their own day fare (ranging from £1.90 to £2.50). First-time passengers can buy a ticket from the driver direct (provided the passenger has exact change). If your journey involves more than […]
TAXI – black taxis can be hailed in the street, ordered by phone, or picked up at one of the many central ranks. There are other taxi services in Manchester, and can be expensive. The best option is to check the fare the driver will charge to take you to your destination (before boarding the […]
Bicycle — Borrow a bicycle and take a spin around the Old City. Bern Rollt offers free bikes for rent in the old town of Bern. The main train station (Bahnhof) hosts the year-round rental location, while others are open May-October. Some ID and a deposit of 20 Swiss francs, and you’re free to ride […]
BUS –Bern Mobil runs an efficient bus and tram network in this relatively small European city. Tickets can be purchased from machines at all stops. For visitors staying at a hotel in Bern, you’ll receive a “Bern Ticket” (which offers free use of the city’s public transportation). That ticket covers all Bern Mobil services (including […]
TAXI – the local starting taxi fare in Bern (Switzerland) is CHF 13 (depending on the service that you use). The following taxi services are available in Bern (Switzerland): Berner Taxi GmbH: +41 31 376 1111 Kombi-Taxi KTB Transporte: +41 31 332 2606 Nova Taxi AG: +41 31 331 3313 Oriental Taxi Bern: +41 31 […]
Bus/Tram/Trolleybus — There is no Metro train service in Riga. Rigas Satiksme is the municipal company responsible for providing the following public transportation options in Riga: ● tram service (224 trams, 9 tram routes); ● trolleybus service (267 trolleybuses, 19 trolleybus routes ● bus service (432 buses, 52 bus routes) Click the following […]
TAXI – Taxi rates vary according to the taxi service one uses while in Riga. For that reason, it is best to advise the driver of your destination when boarding his vehicle and negotiate immediately the fare before going (to minimize any misunderstandings). The following are taxi companies active in Riga: Baltic Taxi: +371 20 […]
OSLO PASS — Oslo Pass provides free travel on all public transport, free admission to museums and sights, free parking in all Oslo municipal car parks, and discounts on sightseeing, restaurants, TusenFryd Amusement Park and more. The Oslo Pass is valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours from the time you mark the card with […]