Cab fares

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I have had a route cab driver attempt to negotiate the fare while we were riding, and express disappointment when I told him I was only paying the route cab fare plus tip ($150J total). I have also had people in my party ask to be dropped off at the grocery store and then end up with an unpleasant scene because the driver wanted extra money for leaving the route (like, by 30 yards). Neither was a big deal - in the second case, they ended up giving him $5. US for 2 people from Alfred's to the Value Master grocery store at the roundabout - but still, knowing the arrangements in advance can avoid unpleasantness or feeling cheated. You need to know that if the driver asks where you are going and offers to take you there, you need to negotiate the fare, not wait until you are there and find out that he expects to be paid extra.