The public transit system includes rail, bus and ferry so that visitors and residents often have multiple public travel options. There's an extensive taxi system in place in Amsterdam, though it operates somewhat differently from those in large cities in other parts of the world. Pickup points are strictly identified and adhered to. "Treintaxis" (train taxis) are designated for travel to and from train stations. Passengers save money by sharing these taxi rides at specific times of the day. If you plan to use the city's trams, buses or subways, you need to first know about the city zoning. The city is divided into areas known as zones and the number of zones you'll be traveling through is important (see tip below). To use the public transit system, you purchase a "strippenkaart" (strip ticket) - available at terminals and many stores, even from vending machines. Tickets are stamped for each trip either by a conductor on a tram or by the traveller in one ...