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The taxi seems to be taking “tourist” detours without asking. What to do?

The taxi seems to be taking “tourist” detours without asking. What to do?5252


Keep your map visible on your phone and mention familiar streets or landmarks. Sometimes just showing you know the way magically shortens the ride.


 
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