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HEADING EAST
FROM THE CAPITAL TO THE BEACH Our tried and tested guide to driving to the Eastern Province. By Jou Pabalate and Seyma Saricimen
WHAT TO KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR
1. The Road - There are no lights so head out earlier in the day to avoid the darkness.
2. Gas Stations - There are around 13 of them throughout the trip and they generally have coffee shops, markets, toilets and prayer rooms (although it would be advised to stay away from the toilets). 3. The 9th gas station is Sasco, which has yummy places like Cinnabon, Dominos Pizza, Kudu, Burger King, Baskin Robbins, Shawermer and other interesting places. 4. Fog and Sand Storms Drive slow and don’t go with the general flow of wild driving.
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5. Camels - It’s not very common but at times you might come across a flock of camels on the sides of the road. 6. Crazy drivers! It doesn’t matter how everyone else is driving, take your time and don’t join the race against time.
7. Trucks - Steer away when you notice trucks! Them trucks think that they’re on an F1 track.
8. Speed Cameras - There are cameras quiet often drive safe.
Distance: 436 kilometers Time: Approximately 4 hours Gas: One full tank should be enough = 6 liters Budget: SR 30 – 35 for gas