Getting a cab in Dubai is tough, particularly during peak hour. I mean the taxi is empty but the driver just wouldn’t stop. I wonder why. Ok, here are some tips for catching a ride in Dubai. (for tips in Singapore see 005_fair fare? at http://urban-o-mania.blogspot.com)
1. Look for a hotel or department store nearby; you may find your luck there. It’s much easier than trying to flag from street.
2. Be specific with your destination. Always say its full name. For example, Sheraton hotel, there are more than one Sheraton in Dubai. (Sheraton Creek, Sheraton Deira and Sheraton Jumeirah)
3. Make sure that it’s a meter taxi and the driver turns it on.
4. Taxi drivers in Dubai are salaried employees so they don’t mind taking you to a faraway place that chances of getting a passenger on the way back to city are rare.
5. This one is cool. If you ask for a receipt, the driver will ask you how much the fare you want him to write down. If your company sends you to Dubai for a business trip and you are evil enough, here is a chance for you to earn some pocket money.
1. Look for a hotel or department store nearby; you may find your luck there. It’s much easier than trying to flag from street.
2. Be specific with your destination. Always say its full name. For example, Sheraton hotel, there are more than one Sheraton in Dubai. (Sheraton Creek, Sheraton Deira and Sheraton Jumeirah)
3. Make sure that it’s a meter taxi and the driver turns it on.
4. Taxi drivers in Dubai are salaried employees so they don’t mind taking you to a faraway place that chances of getting a passenger on the way back to city are rare.
5. This one is cool. If you ask for a receipt, the driver will ask you how much the fare you want him to write down. If your company sends you to Dubai for a business trip and you are evil enough, here is a chance for you to earn some pocket money.
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