Utility supplied voltage varies from 110V to 127V. Some electrical appliances may need special connectors and adapters. In large hotels these items are provided at the request. Adapters and connectors can be bought in any specialized household store.
Tourists should keep in mind that alcohol drinks and tobacco goods can be bought only in specialized stores. These goods are sold only to customers after 21 years old. That is why young people should keep documents of identification by themselves to avoid misunderstandings and some embarrassing situations.
Drivers should not keep opened bottles of alcohol in the car. These can be only kept in a luggage compartment. Drunk driving is considered to be one of the most serious crimes.
Smoking is banned in all public and crowded places as well as in social institutions of the city. One should pay particular attention to the restrictive signs. Close to all public establishments and entertainment facilities tourists will find specially designated smoking areas.
The city features a well developed public transport system. Renting a car is a recommended service for those tourists looking for visiting remote areas and the suburbs of the tourist destination. Foreign drivers should keep in mind that in the daytime the main streets of the cities are rather traffic jammed and driving is rather challenging.
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