Apparently Egyptian taxi drivers think they can rook Americans into paying more than they should. Apparently they are right. Lesson learned: get out of the car before paying, and walk away quickly.
basically, they assume that you don't know how much various trips should cost, so they propose extremely inflated prices and they try to intimidate you by arguing very vehemently. but i've been told that shouting doesn't necessarily imply anger, so if you know what something should cost, you have to stick to your guns and really insist.
Ahlan wa Sahlan! On January 25th, I am leaving for American University in Cairo, where I will spend my semester sampling the sights, sounds, and delectable taste sensations of Egypt. The purpose of this blog is as follows: 1) To keep friends and family updated with charming anecdotes of my adventures 2) To provide pictures of said adventures (just wait for the camels!) 3) To get feedback and stay in touch with the homestead. So please put in your two cents and enjoy!
Ahlan wa Sahlan! On January 25th, I am leaving for American University in Cairo, where I will spend my semester sampling the sights, sounds, and delectable taste sensations of Egypt. The purpose of this blog is as follows: 1) To keep friends and family updated with charming anecdotes of my adventures 2) To provide pictures of said adventures (just wait for the camels!) 3) To get feedback and stay in touch with the homestead. So please put in your two cents and enjoy!
2 comments:
Please explain how the taxi drivers try to "rook" Americans out of money. Did they overcharge you or what?
basically, they assume that you don't know how much various trips should cost, so they propose extremely inflated prices and they try to intimidate you by arguing very vehemently. but i've been told that shouting doesn't necessarily imply anger, so if you know what something should cost, you have to stick to your guns and really insist.
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