However, a growing number of independent hotels are now being licensed. It is necessary for visitors to have a slip of paper stamped by the hotel to prove that they have stayed there. Services and facilities are not up to Western standards, but efforts are being made to improve them.
Services connect all the major towns within Uzbekistan.
Taxis and cars for hire can be found in all major towns. It is safer to use officially marked taxis, although many taxis are unlicensed. Travellers are advised to agree a fare in advance, and not to share taxis with strangers. Lower class train travel is the cheapest way to get around, which also makes it the most crowded method. You'll get plenty of attention from your fellow passengers.