Until recently, the Middle Eastern state did not consider tourism as a promising industry for the country, focusing mainly on oil production, its sale and refining. Due to the fact that natural resources have sharply decreased, the authorities decided to switch to other economic sectors, including tourism. The latter involves the development of a hotel base, places of entertainment and transport. A taxi in Bahrain is almost an ideal means of transportation.
How to recognize a taxi?
In this regard, Bahrain is going the usual way, the same checkers on the car, visible from afar, will become a bright signal for the guest of the country. But there is one nuance in this state that confuses even experienced travelers. Checkers are drawn not only on taxis, but also on police cars. The main difference is where the drawing is located: on police cars, checkers are drawn on the side doors. Taxis have a familiar sign on the roof.
Bahrain or Great Britain?
The second interesting detail related to local taxis is the car brand. Once the country was under the protectorate of the Kingdom of Great Britain. Taxis that resemble London cabs are echoes of that distant time and the influence of their former owners. However, the fleet of cars in Bahrain is mainly represented by new models and cars, and transportation services are carried out in the best European traditions.
Features of the East
The oriental mentality can work in some cases. This applies to meters that break down, almost in front of the client's eyes. In such cases, it is better to agree with the driver about the final amount of the trip, if it suits both parties, you can hit the road.
The second way to solve the problem of a “broken meter” or to set an overpriced taxi driver is to warn the passenger about a complaint to the nearest police officer. Most often, the fare returns to real figures, or the meter starts to function normally.
Advertising on the World Wide Web
The country's authorities and business owners understand the benefits of advertising their services. Several taxi companies are represented on the Internet. The sites are made in international English and contain information about the advantages of a particular company. In addition, you can find phone numbers and sites for ordering a taxi on-line, for example: Bahrain Taxi +973 366 88 614.
