Can we just catch a cab from MBJ to Negril?

[Accompong]

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.

As someone else said, the Negril drivers are often offering a free cell phone for you to use and now you will know a driver to call when you want to go to the beach or the cliffs or shopping etc.

Another reason I would like to add is if this is your first trip, you now know someone who lives somewhere around Negril and can fill you in on the "runnings" (especially if you want to partake of the local culture).

Peace and Guidance

[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

[Craig123]

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

You'd be well advised to listen to Accompong. Wise man dat.