It was bound to happen…
Taxis in Oman are going to get meters installed in them,
finally!
It’s usually common knowledge that
there are generally three different prices for the same taxi routes: one for
Omanis, one for expats and tourists, and one for shared fares. Some taxi
drivers take more, others take less. There has never been consistently on
prices.
Muscat Municipality's plan to introduce
taxi meters in Muscat Governorate is being warmly welcomed by passengers and
drivers alike. The plan would equalize prices and remove the need to negotiate
with drivers.
Those using taxis can breathe a sigh of
relief knowing that they are literally not being taken for a ride, when it
comes to prices with this new adjustment. The meters will be introduced in
phases starting off with airport taxis followed by hotel and resort taxis, and
concluding with all public transit taxis.
Have you ever taken a taxi in Muscat?
What was your experience like in terms of pricing?
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