Can we just catch a cab from MBJ to Negril?

[Irie John]

I think one of the main reasons to get a Negril driver to pick you up and drop you off is that the drivers outside the airport are Mobay-based drivers and they usually want to charge a little more because of the business they miss out on when they take you to Negril and, of course, they have to come back empty.

I have grabbed ataxi at the airport many times and negotiated the price i wanted. There are often Negril Taxi drivers at the airport wanting to pick up a fare after dropping off someone.

You can also walk just off the airport property and get a cheaper ride in a route taxi.

[Accompong]

I have grabbed ataxi at the airport many times and negotiated the price i wanted. There are often Negril Taxi drivers at the airport wanting to pick up a fare after dropping off someone.

You can also walk just off the airport property and get a cheaper ride in a route taxi.

Well, Irie John, you have done these things "many times" and (I believe) this is their first time so I wouldn't suggest they try saving a few bucks and take a chance of possibly ruining their vacation. I think you probably already know about the "Route Taxi" threads and how a novice visitor can have a problem there as well. Honestly, I don't do any of these things personally that I recommend as I live in Jamaica but I want to see a visitor have the best time possible.

Just the way I look at things.

Thanks for the good advice. We are going to set up transport ahead of time. We are definitely wing it, negotiate type of people but to have this part squared away ahead of time will be nice.

Question, if we go with someone that offers a free phone - are we going to be paying a higher rate for them to cab us around than we would just grabbing a cab from the street?

I would suggest you read the thread about the Route Taxis before you just "grab a cab from the street". Think about using your airport driver or one suggested by your hotel before trying to immerse yourself in the Route Taxi business.

Again, just my opinion.

Peace and Guidance

[hygieia]

Well, Irie John, you have done these things "many times" and (I believe) this is their first time so I wouldn't suggest they try saving a few bucks and take a chance of possibly ruining their vacation. I think you probably already know about the "Route Taxi" threads and how a novice visitor can have a problem there as well. Honestly, I don't do any of these things personally that I recommend as I live in Jamaica but I want to see a visitor have the best time possible.

Just the way I look at things.



I would suggest you read the thread about the Route Taxis before you just "grab a cab from the street". Think about using your airport driver or one suggested by your hotel before trying to immerse yourself in the Route Taxi business.

Again, just my opinion.

Peace and Guidance

I should be clear. I understand which taxi cabs to take and which not to take. Red plate not white, correct?

[Accompong]

I should be clear. I understand which taxi cabs to take and which not to take. Red plate not white, correct?

Yes, that is correct. Red Plates are licensed taxis to take passengers and White Plates are privately owned and operated vehicles (like your car at home).

However, still use caution. Make sure the "to and from destination" on the side of the taxi match the way you are going and you are somewhere in between those places. Also, don't travel alone in a vehicle at night if possible. Some may not agree with that advice but better be safe than sorry.

Have a great trip!

Peace and Guidance

[hygieia]

Thanks for the good advice. We are going to set up transport ahead of time. We are definitely wing it, negotiate type of people but to have this part squared away ahead of time will be nice.

Question, if we go with someone that offers a free phone - are we going to be paying a higher rate for them to cab us around than we would just grabbing a cab from the street?

[wnyjim]

We paid $60.00 us each way from airport to Negril and back. Free phone included. with Stevepositive tours.

[Steve Positive Tours]

Hi Hygieia we at Steve Positive Tours offer free cellphone use and refreshing complimentary drink on roundtrip pickups, for MBJ $120US covers this roundtrip transfer for up to 3 persons, you can call us at 1-876-372-8354 or email stevepositiveja@gmail.com

[saeyedoc]

i'd definitely recommend booking ahead of time. Use one of the many listed already or we used Ashton Pitt on this last trip. If you go through your hotel, they will probably charge more.
Your driver will be waiting for you when you arrive, will assist with your luggage, have your preferred beverages cold and ready to go if you want, and make any requested stops along the way. As stated before, many will loan you a phone, you just have to put down a deposit and put some minutes on it. You know they will do a good job because they want your business for the ride back.
You could probably negotiate a fair price on the spot, but you won't get some of the perks.

[Seveen]

I've jumped in a taxi outside the airport before --- there's a dispatcher - just like in the states - that tells you the fare and pulls your taxi up from the taxi line -- the driver was clean, the car was clean and he drove safely --- when my cousin went back a few months later --- the driver gave him a real deal tour around ochi when he got off the cruise ship

the taxis are red plates, the driver's ID with his name and number hang in the car

just like hopping into a taxi any other place I've been . . .

[booger]

I have to admit that I prefer to book prior as my driver gives me much comfort. However to assume that someone asking this question is naive cracks me up. You absolutely can walk out of the airport and secure a safe ride at a comparable price in a matter of seconds. Just cause a person only has a few post does not mean that they are new to international travel or are not cultured, and to assume so is ridiculous.