I used Juta for the convenience last year instead of a private driver. Yes, the price is reasonable but if you are used to being on your own schedule (stops etc.) it is much easier going private. My Juta driver did not interact with anyone on the bus (they were all "newbies") so in my opinion they missed out on some of the jamaican history along the way. And NO stops! I did use Juta 2 years ago and that driver was kind of shy but did make stops. I guess its all in what you prefer.
I just returned two weeks ago. Used Juta going and Clives returning. I was disappointed with Clives. Called the day before to make pick up arrangements. Spoke to Clive myself and felt confident I would be picked up at the designated place and on time. Never had a problem before so didn’t anticipate one this time. Unfortunately when my pick up time came and went, I started calling and calling to find out what the problem was. Seems there was no record of my reservation. A driver was dispatched and got to me 45 minutes later. Needless to say I will use Juta from now on.
BTW I arrived in Jamaica at 9:30 AM and only had to wait 15 for Juta to roll.
If you decide to use Clives, I suggest you call the night before departure AND the morning of to confirm your pick up.
remember you get a phone to use when you hire clives. be sure it has a sim card! lol
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I have had Clive forget about a friend's pick up a time or two I personally have not had any issues with his service and do like that my wait time is
never an issue, I have also been the only one in the van, loved that!
I have also used Juta a few times. Wait time no more than 30mins, never in the van alone....almost always packed to the max, but always on time for my return and never an issue with calling to remind them about my reservation, they are always there.
I had been using Clives but because of the price increase I used JUTA this trip. I also used JUTA before switching to Clives but for the first time, I had a VERY long wait - approx an hour with JUTA. At one point we were pulling away and the driver was called back!! I also didnt like the driver (not friendly!) and worse yet - there were folks that were going to Samsara and they basically got dropped off on the side of the beach road and told another driver would take them the rest of the way!!! I did not take JUTA back to the airport and I will no longer use them but will use Clives instead.
i like using juta from mobay to negril.i had them both ways,but they forgot to pick me up for the return to the airport.so from now on i use a private cab.then i know i will be on time.the guy that drives the bus lives where i stay on the beach.problem solved
I've had some terrible luck with Clive's, but I won't discount his service --- most of the time. Juta in, private ride out when time is essential.
mi had great service with Kenny two weeks ago.......kennnyjamaica@gmail.com..........
and had great service taking the SeaStar Van back to the airport too.......
$30 bucks for Kenny and SeaStar was $25 bucks........
and wi made poor Kenny stop about 5 or 6 times on the way to Negril...........wi tipped him good
it is very important to have a half decent ride into Negril to get the vacation off on da right track..........
taking JUTA is pot luck and what do you expect from the cheapest transfer service.........
going back to the airport mi could really give a chit as long as mi make da flight.........
mi hate dat drive......like a lot of people......lol
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both JUTA and Clive's tell the traveler up front that they must call the day before departure, to confirm the return trip to the airport. if they get no confirmation call they will not come pick you up - not sure if this may have something to do with why ppl think they have been 'forgotten'.
i've used them both with great results, always an enjoyable ride with either company, and no problems. Next time i'll probably use JUTA again since clive's price has gone up and since I travel solo, either one of them works great for me.
I have never called Clives to confirm and have always been picked up and on time.
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