I think what Rob has said about Route Taxis and explaining their real purpose is very wise. I'm sorry too for what happened, although I don't know these people or many on here. I have taken a route taxi, even by myself for very short distances, and only get into a car with the one driver. If I do this, it is when I do not carry a purse .. I wear no jewellery in Negril unless I'm with my friends and being escorted and if I do any shopping, for example, Times Square etc., I carry the black shopping bags and put the store bag with the goods inside it.
The JAs plan very well ahead before they go out, and we should too.
I'm not trying to point out they did anything wrong as they are on vacation and contributing to the economy by purchasing goods and patronizing the eating places.
If we do use Route Taxis from time to time, and they are cheaper, then maybe split the trip up by shopping and using the tourist cabs .. unload your purchases and take your Route Taxi to go and eat, whilst you have put your rings and any other important things in your safe.
I have worn a necklace before when going out in the day, cause I wanted it with my outfit, so I just turned the stone around to the back tucked in while I was walking or riding, so it looked like a basic silver chain .. then when I got to my destination, I turned it around.
Good luck everyone.
