Travel tips: rent a car or use local public transportation?

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Usually before traveling, we do not give proper attention to certain tips and end up leaving some important issues aside, such as the transportation at our destination. To help you with that, Rede Rio Hotels has prepared unbeatable tips with pros and cons of each means of transportation.

Travel tips: which transport mean should I use?

Car rental

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Renting a car is a good option for cities with inefficient public transportation. The freedom to go anywhere anytime you want makes many travelers opt for this transportation.

In order to avoid future headaches, look for credible companies in the car rental market and choose the one that best matches your interests.

Pros:

  • It can be cheaper than a taxi;
  • More freedom to go wherever and whenever you want;
  • Recommended for places with inefficient public transportation.

Cons:

  • More expensive than public transportation;
  • It’s necessary to study the local traffic rules;
  • You should assess whether your driver’s license is accepted in the country of destination.

Taxis and other private transport services

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Taxis are common in major cities around the world. In addition to them, there’s the emergence of transportation services by application, such as Uber, in which the payment can be made directly with your credit card registered on the platform.

The public’s opinion is divided on this type of transportation: some people praise the efficiency of the service, but there are customers who complain about the abusive prices charged.

Pros:

  • More freedom to go wherever and whenever you want, although often you depend on the availability of the service at the destination;
  • Recommended for places with inefficient public transportation;
  • There is no need to worry about local traffic laws.

Cons:

  • Costs are higher than the other options.

Local public transportation

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In many cases, public transportation may be the best option, especially if you already have prior knowledge about the place you’re going to and have the capacity to communicate with the locals.

Large cities such as Tokyo and London have subway networks of very high quality and extension. The subway lines of these capitals allow you to move around several neighborhoods and regions in short periods of time.

In Rio de Janeiro, the subway network was recently expanded. Currently, it’s possible to go from downtown to Barra da Tijuca using only the subway.

Pros:

  • It’s cheaper;
  • There’s no need to worry about local traffic laws.

Cons:

  • You depend on the availability and opening hours of the bus, subway, train or ferries;
  • Tends to be less safe, depending on the city;
  • In big cities, you need to consider the rush hour.

When staying at one of the Rede Rio Hoteis units, you can count with the help of our service team to provide you all the necessary support regarding transportation in the city. Make your reservation with us and get to know the wonderful city by staying in the heart of Rio!

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