While the big city can be quite intimidating to country mouse type folks who 've never ventured much out of the confines of their rural serenity, that doesn 't mean you shouldn 't try the big towns around America. Sure, it may feel like a different country and even be scary, but cities have so much to offer in the way of culture, attractions and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Here are 7 survival tips to help you handle hailing a cab like a seasoned city veteran, despite the fact that you might be more comfortable on a horse or tractor:
1. Look For Licensed Cabs
Somewhere on the vehicle, there should be verifiable indications that it 's licensed and qualified by the city you 're visiting as safe and reliable. Notice the cab company 's name, license number and contact information. Not every vehicle that looks like a cab will flash this data so proudly and don 't expect to see anything like this on ride-share cars, because they 're not held to the same standards (as actual cabs) in many cities. A license means the driver has probably gone through extensive training and been thoroughly vetted, though industry standards vary by city.
2. Raise Your Arm Up And Holler
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For example, in New York City, Dallas and other major metropolitan areas, you can simply dial "311" to file a grievance. The city of Boston takes its consumer-cabbie relations so seriously, your complaint is actually handled by the police department. Cabs are, in fact, such an important aspect of a city 's reputation and rapport with the rest of the country that most townships go to extremes to keep you satisfied with