Getting a cab from A to B has been a challenge over the last couple of months for us. First challenge is hailing a cab - some of them won't even stop (especially when it's peak hour and they see you have a suitcase). Second challenge is the meter... A lot of drivers will refuse to put the meter on and try to charge you double or triple your fare (eg. When we went to Greenhills markets the cabbie said 'ohhhh very far distance.. Should cost you 800 pesos but I'll do a discount and charge you 500 pesos'. We got out a cab and found someone who would turn on the meter ... The journey cost us 150 pesos.
Thankfully we found the GRAB TAXI app for iPhone / iPad. It's free to download and is an absolute god send!
All you need is internet connection then you enter your pick up & drop off destination (and any additional info the driver may require) and it sends off your booking to possible drivers who bid for your job. You have a confirmed driver in about 30seconds where you are given the cabbies name, rego and phone number incase you can't find your cab.
Jump in, the meter is on, and relax !! Ahhhh no arguing over cost, or if they'll put the meter on for you!
Seriously if you live in Manila (or you are even visiting) DOWNLOAD THIS APP
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