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General Car Hires / Taxi Service There are car hire facilities at all International Airports. Agencies also
function in major hotels. In the streets you get yellow cabs or taxis.
Metered taxis of different capacities are available everywhere in the big
cities. In case of difficulty, get the assistance of Police officials on
duty. Car Rental Apart from a valid driving licence for self-driven rented cars, firms
insist on a minimum age of 21 and may refuse to rent a car to any one over
60. Railways The railroad network is extensive, but when travelling, go first class or
in an air-conditioned coach for comfort. Ideally, rent a "Tourist Car"
which can be attached to any train. Fares are cheap by Western Standards and
bookings should be done in advance both for seats and sleepers. Pakistan
Railways also offer special concessions to tourists and well maintained Rest
Houses are also offered when these are available. Communications Post & Telegraph Services: Countrywide postal, telegraphic and
telephone facilities are available. Fax and telex services are available.
Special services offered by Pakistan Post Office include: o Local Express Service (LES); o Urgent Mail Service (UMS); o Air Express & Int'l Speed Post (ISP); o Surface Air Lifted Mail (SAL). Telephone & Exchanges Telephone facility is available in almost all the cities. More than 100
cities are linked with nation wide direct dialing system. For codes consult
any telephone directory. Cellular mobile telephones are also available in big
cities. They can also be hired on daily basis. Pay card phone booths are also
installed at important places in big cities. Courier Services Courier services for sending your documents and letters are available in
private sector as well. These services are more expensive but the delivery is
taken from the sender's address of the addressee. These service are also
available for international points. Accommodation Banks The State Bank of Credit Cards Major credit cards such as American Express, Visa, Master Card, and others
besides Rupee credit cards launched by National Bank of Pakistan & Habib
Bank etc. can be used for our shopping and other transactions. Laundry & Hair Dressing First class hotels offer 24-hour laundering and dry cleaning services as
well as hair dressing facilities. Many Hair Dressing Establishments and
Beauty Parlours are available in the cities. These are generally closed on
Mondays. Medical Facilities All the cities have modern hospitals and Medical Centers staffed by
western-trained specialists. There are private clinics as well. The European
standard medical facilities are pretty cheap. In the rural areas, however,
you should be careful to carry your own drugs, which are easily available in
all towns. The foreigners, especially from the developed countries are
advised to be careful of their drinking water. Outside the 4 or 5 Star
Hotels, the water may not have been boiled and they should make inquiries
about it and ensure the standard of drinking water, which goes well with
their health. Liquor Liquor is completely banned for Muslims in Tipping Service charges are added to the bill in some restaurants and hotels. When
tipping for food and other services, use your discretion.