Taxi!


We're having taxi trouble, and we're not happy about it


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We know that everyone’s moaning about Dubai taxis and how they’re never around and rarely honor bookings. But we have a different complaint.

On the off chance that we do find a taxi, we deal with drivers who not only drive erratically, but they also don’t know where they’re going.

We don’t know the ins and outs of the transport industry, but there are certain givens that we’re aware of: taxi drivers need to A. know how to drive, and B. know where they’re going. And if you’re anything like us, after you’ve found a taxi and settled into your seat, the last thing you want to do is give directions to someone who’s driving maniacally on the emirate’s dangerous roads.

It’s just a thought.

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