How Do You Ride A Taxi (New York City)?
• Stand by the edge of the street. Make sure not to stand too far out in the street or you risk getting hit by oncoming traffic, and don’t be in the way of other pedestrians. • Raise your hand as high as you can while cars, buses, trucks, and taxis pass by. Gently wave it up and down to indicate you need a ride. • An empty taxi’s lights will flash, shout “Taxi!” if you see a taxi with flashing lights. • If a taxi pulls up, get in carefully and tell the driver where you need to go. Have an idea of your destination before you enter the cab, and don’t be vague. Be sure to mention the exact address and crossroad, unless you are heading to a well-known attraction, such as Times Square or the Empire State Building. • Have the money ready. Depending on how far you are going, you will have to pay a fee. Make sure you have the proper cash on hand to pay the taxi fare, or else the driver will refuse to serve you. Pay the approximate amount, and set aside a dollar or two for a tip, depending on h
