In any given world, going from one destination to another is always a menial task, especially when you're a fully equipped footman walking through the summer heat on foot. Alternate methods of travel keep the journey time short, thus leading up to more action in less time. Essential, that's the entire purpose of alternate forms of traveling. Be it player controlled or automated, they are great ways to travel the world efficiently.

Traditionally, players of all levels may travel on automated public transport systems, and the player controlled methods are reserved for the higher levels. Chances are, this will not change in World of Warcraft; it is only in the higher levels that they need to take world tours, visiting exotic and deadly dungeons, whereas many of those who are lower-level are content to keep near the cities and in the newbie zones.

However, many versions of transportations are known to have an alternate purpose; some may just be for the single purpose of transportation, but others may be have additional uses. It may be for display or for increased abilities. The point is, transportation is always available, but there are several possibilities for it besides to move around and look impressive.