Smartphone app: reserve a private driver
When you’re exploring New York or San Francisco, use Uber (Android, iOS, iPhone, iPad; free) to get a livery cab on demand—simply point a pin onto a map on the app and your town ca... More
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2011-10-17 16:40:35 UTC By T+L
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2010-02-10 14:23:08 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Cancún
This is the easiest way to get around, but do we need to say it? Agree on the fare before getting into the car. Most hotels post fares so you know what to expect. Taxis cost more i... More
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2010-02-10 14:17:06 UTC By T+L
Getting to Cancún from Cancún International Airport
Most major rental-car companies have stalls in the airport; reserve before leaving home for the best rates. Travelers can (and should) book authorized taxi, shuttle or private car ... More
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2010-02-10 13:52:01 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Vancouver
Cabs are plentiful around downtown Vancouver, although they become scarce during a rainstorm when even major hotels struggle to keep up. Fares are always metered, and generally a t... More
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2010-02-10 12:41:10 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Florence
Forget about hailing cabs from street corners; Italian taxi drivers simply won't stop. Instead, head to a taxi rank at Santa Maria Novella train station or Piazza della Repubblica ... More
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2010-02-10 12:31:25 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Cape Town
Many Capetonians use cheap minibus taxis to get around -- it's a more informal means of transportation, with frequent stops and hair-raising rides in cramped, sometimes mechanicall... More
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2010-02-10 12:23:41 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Berlin
Berlin is also one of the few places in Germany where taxis can be hailed on the street-but it's always a safer bet to go to a taxi stand, which are found in front of major hotels ... More
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2010-02-10 12:06:39 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Amsterdam
Trams and buses run all night, but if you want door-to-door service opt for a taxi. It can be hard to hail one on the street, but you can order one by dialing 31-20/677-7777. You w... More
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2010-02-10 10:31:50 UTC By T+L
Getting around Madird
Madrid's extensive bus and subway system is relatively easy to navigate - though even easier with a bit of Spanish. You can pick up a "10 viajes" ticket for 6.40 euros from any to... More
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2009-12-10 10:20:31 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Dublin
Taxis were once about as common as suntans in Dublin, but things have changed for the better. There are taxi stands on St. Stephen’s Green, O’Connell Street, and College Green, as ... More
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2009-12-04 11:31:54 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Istanbul
Contrary to reputation, cab drivers in Istanbul are usually honest enough—the cabs are metered—they just drive very haphazardly. Check before you head off to make sure the meter sa... More
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2009-12-02 12:31:23 UTC By T+L
Taxi scam in Istanbul
The Scam: You’re paying a fare with a 50-lira note. The driver drops it on the floor and switches it to a 5-lira bill, which looks very similar. He then arg... More
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2009-11-02 12:46:50 UTC By T+L
Getting to and from Athens’s airport
Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (locals call it “Spata,” the name of the surrounding area), 20 miles east of downtown, is remarkably easy to reach by metro or taxi. The Athens Metro’... More
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2009-11-02 12:42:00 UTC By T+L
Athenian taxis—a warning
The good news about taxis in Athens is that they’re relatively cheap. The bad news is that they’re individual fiefdoms run by often-insane despots. Here’s how it works: the driver ... More
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2009-10-06 12:54:09 UTC By T+L
Avoid being overcharged for a taxi
Call the hotel in advance to ask what a taxi ride from the airport should cost. -2009 A-List Agent Sarah Ryan Duffy More
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2009-10-05 16:36:26 UTC By T+L
Get a driver in Goa, India
Roads in Goa are unmarked and traffic is kamikaze-style. As taxis are surprisingly expensive, the best option is to book a driver through your hotel. More
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2009-10-01 14:44:13 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Costa Rica
Taxis (usually painted red) are readily available throughout the country. Taking a four-wheel-drive taxi is always safer as roads are unpredictable; and hailing one on the street s... More
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2009-07-24 12:37:04 UTC By T+L
Know the taxi fare to your hotel
Call your hotel or the concierge prior to your arrival to determine the average one-way rate from the airport. More
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2009-06-16 14:45:15 UTC By T+L
Getting to Kangaroo Island, Australia
Kangaroo Island is a half-hour flight from Adelaide. Regional Express (rex.com.au) and Air South (airsouth.com.au) offer daily service. At the airport, car rentals are available th... More
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2009-04-20 17:09:10 UTC By T+L
Getting to and around Taipei
EVA Airways offers direct flights to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Newark, and often offers special fares, as does Cathay Pacifi... More
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2008-12-22 11:21:03 UTC By T+L
Getting to and around Seoul
Nonstop flights to Seoul are available from New York and San Francisco on Korean Air. Many major carriers also connect through Tokyo. The best way to get around Seoul is on the exc... More
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2008-12-01 10:19:51 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Sydney
Taxicabs can be hailed on the street throughout the city (as well as summoned by your hotel concierge). They’re usually driven at breakneck speed, and by drivers who may or may not... More
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2008-12-01 10:19:49 UTC By T+L
Getting to Sydney by air
Direct flights to Sydney from the U.S. west coast are available on Qantas, American Airlines, United, US Airways, and Air New Zealand. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport ... More
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2008-12-01 10:19:48 UTC By T+L
Taxis in Seattle
Seattle taxis are usually quick and reliable—and super-expensive ($2.50 to start and an extra $2 per mile). Unless you’re in a busy commercial area like downtown or Belltown, where... More
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2008-12-01 10:19:46 UTC By T+L
Getting to Seattle from the airport
You have three choices for making this trip. A taxi ride downtown costs roughly $35 and will take about 20 minutes. The Gray Line Downtown Airporter bus (www.graylineseattle.com) ... More
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