Quote Originally Posted by RyanP View Post
IÂ’m familiar with the route taxi service. The problem is flagging one down that is actually on their route. Many times route cabs are off their route trying to charge charter prices. It has caused a problem for me in the last. Also, weÂ’ve had difficulty getting a route cab back to the beach from the cliffs at night. They just arenÂ’t around as much as the day. The route taxi system is great, in theory. Due to the drivers treating tourists differently, and the lack of taxis at night, it can actually be stressful trying to get around. Wish it wasnÂ’t that way.
You can easily read on the side of the taxi whether it's on the correct route. Just don't get into a taxi that's not on the correct route, if you don't want to charter them.
Jamaicans also can & do charter taxis if needed...same as tourists they negotiate the price.

When we need to taxi around at night...we carry a couple of drivers names/ph.numbers & give them a call as needed...we don't even think about taking a route taxi at night nor do many Jamaicans.

Also...the bartenders, restaurant personnel etc. are always willing to find you a ride...just tell them what you want to pay so you're not getting that $40us driver.