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Travel by RailTravel by Rail: Amsterdam and Rotterdam have subways which operate from 6am to midnight. Trams operate in The Hague, Amsterdam and Rotterdam. The railway network is extensive, efficient and cost effective.

Travel by WaterTravel by Water: Amsterdam have canal buses and canal bikes (pedal boats) allowing transportation along the canals. Evening cruises allow for a night time view of Amsterdam. Ferries will take you to any of the five Wadden Islands

Travel by RoadTravel by Road: Car hire is possible at all major cities and at Amsterdam Airport. Motor home rental is also an option. An International Drivers Licence is not a prerequisite, but is advisable. Roads are suitable for all weather conditions. Parking is not cheap and parking fees are payable for all public parking.

Taxis are available almost anywhere and for those on a budget, shared taxis are common in the Netherlands. Urban bus services and regional services operate to almost any required destination. Bike hire is an option, you can even buy a train ticket for your bike and see most of the country.

What Side of the Road?What Side of the Road?: Driving is on the right side of the road.

Speed Limits: Town - 50 kph; open road - 80/100 kph; motorway - 120 kph

International Driving Permit: Your driver’s license is accepted.

What is an International Driving Permit? The 1949 (IDP) is a special licence for tourists, authorised by a UN treaty among nations of the world, for the purpose of allowing motorists to drive vehicles in international traffic without further tests or applications. It is proof that the holder possesses a valid driver's licence issued by a competent authority in their country of residence.

How do I obtain one? You can obtain an application by either contacting your local Automobile Association office to pick-up or have an application mailed to you. Links to the Automobile Association sites for the following countries are provided below.

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