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Already considered to have one of the best public transportation systems in the region, Dubai continues to surge forward with its marine taxi service; the most recent addition to its already effective taxi, bus and metro offering

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The Dubai ferry leaves from Shaikh Zayed Road Marine Taxi Station on the Dubai Water Canal. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

Residents and tourists can now enjoy the benefits of marine transport, which conveniently takes people all over Dubai, and as of this week, Sharjah too with a new service just launched.

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This traditional mode of transport is very convenient for office-goers living in Bur Dubai and Deira. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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Passengers on the Dubai-Sharjah ferry, which is equipped with comfortable seats and wide windows overlooking the water Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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Al Ghubaiba Marine Taxi Station. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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The ferry also includes separate restrooms for men, women and people of determination. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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Cafeterias and tea shops at the Dubai ferry stations make waiting easier for passengers. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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Dhows leave from the Deira Old Souk Marine Station. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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The Dubai ferry leaves from Aquarium Marine Taxi Station in Sharjah. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News