Question by 2gthr4vr: Should I rent a car or use the taxi in Barbados?
I will be honeymooning in Barbados for a week and a half and I want to be able to get around whenever I want. I am sure we will be doing a lot of sightseeing so I thought a car would be ideal, the only thing I am worried about is the driving, since it is opposite. What is your experience? What would be cheaper?
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Answer by Highly Favoured
All you have to do is to take your time and be careful since you are not accustom to driving on the wrong side of the road. When people see the car marked 'H' they know to look for anything and people will usually ease you.
Renting a car might work out cheaper since you will have the car at your disposal day and night. Nevertheless, if you change your mind and you want a reliable taxi driver you know who to contact.
On the contrary, I do not agree with Suki's Mom and Geo but everyone is entitled to their own opinion. We have some reliable and friendly taxi drivers right here in Barbados. Just because you have had a bad experience with a few that is not the norm. I agree that some might be that way since the government is giving away the numbers left, right and centre. Before there were only 1200 taxis but now there are all up in 1700. It all depends on the attitude of the passengers as well.
I can understand them quarrelling but they don't fight. What you consider fighting we do not consider that fighting. The drivers hustle jobs and they will try to win customers since that might be the only job for the day. With a driver he will be able to give you and educated tour by telling you of the history and will be able to advise you on the best places to visit and times to go. Some drivers are very knowledgeable.
My husband is a very reliable taxi driver and treat people kind. He is also very knowledgeable about the island but it is your choice.
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