Are taxis available at St. Thomas airport?
Are taxis available at St. Thomas airport? TAXI SERVICE AT OUR AIRPORTS Many taxis carry 8 to 12 passengers in vans and only these multi-destination vans service the airport. Confirm your rates before getting into your taxi. If you have a complaint about your taxi service be sure to get the license plate number and call the VI Taxi Commission at 340-693-4211.
How do you get around St. Thomas without a car?
Public transportation services are available in St. Thomas through the bus system and safari bus routes. The fares are $1 per person but routes are limited.
How much is a taxi to Magens Bay?
The taxi fare from the cruise port to Magens Bay is between $10-$15 per person. Taxis are not private taxis?they are more like big, open-top buses.
Can you use credit cards in St. Thomas?
MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted on all the islands that cater to visitors, especially Virgin Gorda, Tortola, St. John, St. Croix, and, of course, St. Thomas.
Can you get around Virgin Islands without a car?
Public Transportation The Vitran Bus System services various areas of the island and usually runs Monday - Friday. Vitran buses run along Centerline Road. The buses travel from the Cruz Bay ferry dock, through to Coral Bay, Salt Pond Bay and back to Cruz Bay.
Are taxis in St. Thomas cash only?
Some taxis accept credit cards, but the majority of taxis in St. Thomas are cash only.
Can you Uber in St. Thomas?
While you can't request a taxi using Uber in Saint-Thomas, you can request a trip with UberX, a different ride option with unique features, directly from the Uber app. To get started, open the Uber app, enter your pickup and dropoff locations, then select UberX from the list of ride options.
Do you tip taxi drivers in St. Thomas?
Tipping is the same as the US or Europe - 15% of your restaurant check, more if service has been exceptional. An extra dollar or two for your taxi driver is fine, more if he/she handles bags or conducts a good island tour. Being thoughtful and considerate is appreciated anywhere in the world.
Do taxis prefer cash?
There may be a few reasons why taxi drivers prefer cash payments over card payments. These include: 1. Immediate payment: Cash payments provide immediate payment to the driver without any delay or potential chargebacks, unlike card payments which may be subject to processing times and potential chargebacks.
Should I tip airport taxi driver?
For rides that cost more than $33, a tip of 20 percent to 30 percent is considered appropriate. Generally, if you are going to the airport, the practice is to give a higher tip, particularly if the driver has assisted you with your luggage or gotten you to the terminal during an especially busy time of day.