Planning a Vacation? How to Get Around If You Don’t Drive

The arrival of summer has got many of us thinking about taking a vacation. If you’re planning to get away and you don’t drive, you may be thinking that your options are limited. But this is where you’d be wrong. Here are some helpful suggestions to help you get from A to B wherever you end up.

City breaks

City breaks are a great option for those that don’t drive. If you’re not desperate to explore the surrounding area, you’re probably best avoiding driving in the city anyway. Traffic jams tend to mean that public transport is the way forward. Catch a tube in London or hop on the metro in New York or Paris. Wherever you’re trying to get to, you can guarantee that there will be a station close by. Most large cities also have an extensive bus network, and you could always hail a cab if you’re traveling outside of rush hour.

If some cases, the beauty of a city break lies in the fact that you can wander around at your leisure. In cities like Venice and Rome, there’s so much to see that it’s almost a shame not to walk. You can enjoy the incredible views and get a much more authentic experience on foot. You’ll also save a lot of money.

Road trips

You may automatically assume that road trips are out of the question if you don’t drive. But there are other options. If you’re traveling in a group, you could rent a bus from Shofur.

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Photo by Sarangib

You can charter a bus to take you from one destination to another or organize multiple trips. If there is a large number of you, splitting the cost is likely to make this an affordable option.

Adventure travel

If you’re planning a round-the-world trip, there’s no need to worry about not having a driver’s license. Even in remote areas, it’s usually possible to flag down taxis, book transfers or hop on boats. If you’re traveling to Thailand, for example, you’ll find countless travel agencies.

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Photo by Chris Aram

Pop in and the assistant will book transport for you. You can choose from ferries to go island hopping, private minibuses to go from one city to the next and coaches to take you over the border. In most cases, you won’t even need to book ahead.

Beach holidays

Beach holidays are all about rest, relaxation and having fun on the sandy shores. If you don’t want to hire a car, or you can’t drive, book transfers before you go. When you get to your destination, ask about local buses or excursions. You’ll often find that you get to the resort centre on foot or by taxi.

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Photo by Unsplash

If you’re thinking about holiday destinations, don’t let transport troubles put you off. There are solutions out there for almost every problem you could imagine. If you don’t drive, there will almost certainly be buses, trains, taxis or boats available. You can also enjoy exploring many locations on foot. Do some research before you go and draw up a rough itinerary. If you’re traveling with others, it’s a great idea to look into chartering a bus. This will enable you to travel together to your destination in comfort. The world is your oyster. Have fun exploring!

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